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When working with organic solvents, laboratory professionals should utilize engineering controls such as fume hoods and fume extractors to help protect themselves from hazardous exposure. Depending on the solvent, health side effects from exposure can result in life-long harm or conditions. According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), the “health hazards associated with… Learn More
Category: Industry Applications
Learn more about Sentry Air System’s influence in different applications, such as: Welding, Soldering, Laboratories, and much more.
Solder Fume Extractors: How to Choose the Appropriate Model
The questions below are designed to help you decide which solder fume extractor is the best fit for your particular application: What type of soldering are you doing? Hand Soldering Wave Soldering Reflow Soldering Production Soldering Maintenance Soldering Pipe Soldering Mechanical & Aluminum Soldering Resistance Soldering Stained Glass Soldering and More… The type of soldering… Learn More
Testimonial: Fume Extractor for Moxa Treatment
Sentry Air Systems was originally approached by an Acupuncturist for a fume extraction solution in 2008. She was practicing Chinese medicine using Moxa cigars (derived from an herbal plant- the mugwort). Moxa (or moxibustion) is used to treat various ailments via heat treatment and acupuncture points on the body. When this herb is burned, it… Learn More
Testimonial: Welding Fume Extractor for Machine Shop
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Hawaii utilizes a Sentry Air Systems Model 400 Welding Fume Extractor for a variety of processes: In our machine shop, we perform a number of operations including milling, lathing, welding and soldering/brazing. Most recently we were tasked with milling a bunch of 3/4″ thick… Learn More
Testimonial: Fume Extraction for Welding Stainless Steel
Edker Industries, Inc., a full-service precision sheet metal fabrication & laser cutting company, purchased a Model 400 Welding Fume Extractor for use when welding stainless steel: “Last summer, OSHA placed an air sampling device on our employee while he was welding stainless steel. It was a relief when the results came back ‘None Detected’ for Chromium… Learn More
Sentry Air Systems Case Study: Isopropyl Alcohol Fume Control
Below is an Industrial Hygiene Report conducted by Robert F. Adams from RF Adams & Associates, Inc. This report details test procedures and results of Sentry Air Systems Equipment and Isopropyl Alcohol. Introduction Sentry Air Systems, Inc. manufactures equipment designed to capture organic solvent vapors and/or other air contaminants and, after removal, return the cleaned… Learn More
Testimonial: Stem Cell Therapy and Portable Clean Room Hoods
Testimonial from Stemlogix, LLC: Stem Cell Therapy and Portable Clean Room Hoods Photo Credit: Stemlogix, LLC. “We are currently using the hoods [18” Wide Portable Clean Room Hoods] in Veterinary and Physician offices to separate stem cells from fat tissue. The doctors need something that is portable, light weight and requires minimal space. The Sentry Air… Learn More
Fume Extraction for Jewelry Makers
Jewelry Makers who utilize silver soldering, welding, epoxy resins, solvents, sanding, polishing chemicals, electroplating, and many other forms of art creation are very aware of the respiratory hazards involved. Fumes and debris are often a standard by-product of jewelry-making processes, from bead-making to metal-working. In regard to studio safety, an article on Jewelry Artist Magazine… Learn More
Press Release 11/02/10
Sentry Air Systems, Inc. offers Fume Extraction System for Brazilian Keratin Treatment and Brazilian Blowout Fumes Salon fume extraction for formaldehyde fumes associated with BKT and Brazilian blowout treatments. HOUSTON, Nov. 2, 2010 — Recent research conducted by The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administration has given salon owners and stylists a reason to exercise… Learn More
OSHA and CROET Release Brazilian Blowout/Formaldehyde Research Details
On Friday, October 29th, Oregon Health Sciences University’s Center for Research in Occupational and Environmental Toxicology’s (CROET) “Emerging Issues and Alerts” section of their website revealed important documents released by Oregon OSHA regarding the research and analysis performed on samples of Brazilian Blowout hair straightening solution. These documents are useful for any salon owner or… Learn More