Breathing welding fumes represents a serious health risk, as these fumes result from the vaporization and oxidation of metals during the welding process. They may contain highly harmful substances, such as lead, cadmium, nickel and hexavalent chromium.
Exposure to iron dust is extremely dangerous, with the risk that prolonged exposure could lead to serious illnesses. Welding fumes are in fact classified as carcinogenic to humans.
Alloys Italia offers fixed and mobile fume extraction systems to ensure safety in the workplace