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Every day fecal matter goes under the microscope. There, lab technicians examine it for evidence of disease and parasites. Relatively recently, fecal matter transplants and pills have made medical news. Despite our squeamish reactions to this topic, fecal matter deserves respect – after all, it can force an airliner to go off course. Why do… Learn More
Category: Industry Applications
Learn more about Sentry Air System’s influence in different applications, such as: Welding, Soldering, Laboratories, and much more.
Reducing hexavalent chromium exposure with cleanable filter media
Sentry Air Systems is excited to publish our Industrial Hygiene Report on the Control of Welding Fume Particulates using Cleanable Filter Media as it relates to Hexavalent Chromium. Hexavalent chromium [Cr(VI)] is highly regulated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) due to the fact that Cr(VI) fume is a known human carcinogen. Cr(VI)… Learn More
Digital dentistry: Are you properly filtering those 3D printer fumes?
As the price tag decreases and the precision and accuracy increases, the incorporation of 3D printers in dental and orthodontic practices are becoming more prevalent. For decades, dental professionals have been trained on the art of making molds, splints, partials, surgical drill patterns and a variety of other oral apparatuses. The easiest way to describe… Learn More
Controlling formalin fumes during histology fixative process
Histology is a branch of anatomy that deals with the minute structure of animal and plant tissue as discernible with a microscope. It is commonly performed by examining cells and tissues by sectioning and staining, followed by examination under a light microscope or electron microscope.1 An important step during this process is what is known… Learn More
Fume Extraction for Electrical Potting and Encapsulating Compounds
Electrical components including PCBs, wires, and other assemblies require a form of “seal” to protect them from environmental exposures that could result in electrical shorts, sparks or complete electrical failure. There are a variety of products and techniques on the market used to create these seals. For today’s discussion we will focus on the product… Learn More
Customer testimonial related to Sentry Air’s hex chrome fume testing
April is welding month. It’s a good time to draw attention to a testimonial from Edker Industries. Edker Industries, Inc. Testimonial Application: Welding Stainless Steel Concern: OSHA Regulation on Hexavalent Chromium Product: SS-400-WFE Value Added: Positive test results, boost in employee morale “Last summer, OSHA placed an air sampling device on our employee while he… Learn More
Respiratory Engineering Controls for Isoflurane Anesthesia
It is a common practice for animal science and research facilities to use lab rodents for conducting studies, surgeries and instructional lessons. According to the Animal Welfare Act of 1966 ― while rodents are not covered under the protection of the Act ― research institutions are required to establish an Institutional Animal Care and Use… Learn More
Jewel Day 2014: Catherine Witherell
If you sometimes struggle with your creative life and occasionally need a lift, visit the happydayart blog of artist Catherine Witherell. She’s a creative tour de force, a jewelry maker, sculptor, printmaker, collagist, photographer, painter — to name only the most obvious. Maker space in her head Catherine’s online presence is one of happy and… Learn More
Respiratory Hazards of Aluminum Welding
With increasing pressure from federal fuel efficiency standards and consumer demand for vehicles with higher miles per gallon ratings, motor companies are looking for ways to “reinvent the wheel”. In response to this demand, Ford Motor Company unveiled their new 2015 aluminum-bodied F-150 pickup truck (pictured to the left). By replacing the existing steel body… Learn More
Local pharmacy impressed by Containment Hood, Technical Knowledge
A local pharmacy in Houston, TX recently purchased one of our Ductless Containment Hoods for their specialty compounding application. Like most compounding applications, their process generates fine powder-like particulate consisting of a variety of medication. Without a source of air capture and filtration this particulate becomes airborne and may be inhaled by pharmacists or technicians;… Learn More