Compounding pharmacists are responsible for procuring and establishing a variety of engineering safety controls and precautionary measures to protect themselves and staff members from the hazards of working with non-sterile compounding ingredients and powders. One major occupational hazard that presents itself during these compounding procedures is the potential for drug inhalation, especially when working with… Learn More
Take 2: Are you welding plastic or are you burning plastic?
We examined the hazards of heating polymers in an earlier blog. You’ll find links to our resources and references there. ——–
Negative Health Effects of Manganese Fumes, Welding Hazards
Manganese: Both Healthy & Toxic Manganese, a naturally-occurring element, is an important component for a variety of manufacturing and industrial operations, especially iron and steel production. Considered an essential nutrient for humans, manganese assists in a variety of bodily processes including antioxidant function, metabolism, bone development, and wound healing. [3] Although manganese is an essential nutrient… Learn More
Testimonial: Old Dutchman’s Wrought Iron, Inc.
Old Dutchman’s Wrought Iron in Getzville, New York, offers a wide range of custom railing systems for both homes and commercial facilities. They use a variety of metals in their work, including stainless steel, and they take pride in their use of both old techniques and new technologies. Stainless steel and hex chrome Hexavalent chromium,… Learn More
Clean Air Gem: Shari Dixon
Beautiful, feminine, strong Jewelry motifs developed by Shari Dixon immortalize natural objects — pressed flowers, snakeskin, leaves — and seals their fragile existence in resin that preserves their form and adds an eye-catching gloss. Making beautiful objects for a decade Sentry Air is pleased to feature Shari’s work here on Jewel Day 2013. Sentry Air is… Learn More
Clean Air Gem: Sylla Designs
Silver – handcrafted and like no other Jewelry designed and hand-crafted by Sylla reflects his deep affiliation with the medium shown here, silver, and the precise manual techniques of his Senegalese jewelry-making family. Bangles, bracelets, more To celebrate Jewel Day 2013, Sentry Air is featuring bracelets designed and crafted by Sylla. Please note that Sylla… Learn More
Clean Air Gem: Nicole Wayne Adornment Design
Textures, moods, design integrity Jewelry designed and created by Kim Coy transmits her admiration of forms found in nature and their inherent perfection. She figures if she works to nature’s standards, she’ll produce elegant jewelry so well made it will last a lifetime. Career changed, jewelry lovers benefitted In celebration of Jewel Day 2013, Sentry… Learn More
Silica health risks go beyond the oilfields
Silica, hydraulic fracking in the news Crystalline silica in the work place is in the news this month because investigation by public health officials indicates it may be a health hazard for workers involved in hydraulic fracturing [fracking]. OSHA hopes to issue new silica regulations this spring. [1] Silica is found in soils, rocks and… Learn More
Testimonial: Epoxy and Adhesive Fume Control – Bulow Biotech Prosthetics
Company and Application Bulow Biotech Prosthetics provides custom, functional and cosmetic prostheses to individuals who have suffered an amputation of an extremity. They use epoxies and adhesives to fabricate prostheses and were seeking a quick solution for removing fumes from the workplace. Because the company was familiar with ducted systems and unsure of the effectiveness… Learn More
Testimonial: Fume Extractor for Essential Oil Odors
Company & Application Simplers Botanical is a “small herbalist-operated company in Northern California with a passion for providing the highest therapeutic grade organic essential oils and extracts available.” When Simplers approached us for a fume control solution for their production process, we realized that their application was very unique. Although we have worked with organic… Learn More