Why are solder fume extractors important:
People can become permanently sensitized to solder
fumes. As a result continued exposure may cause asthma and other
respiratory health issues depending on the amount of exposure. Employees
should be protected from these health risks by using the best fume
extraction systems available.
Why fume extraction is essential for personnel:
Worker safety is critically important in soldering
applications. A well-designed and maintained dust and fume collection
system is needed to prevent respiratory problems and keep facilities in
compliance with current air-quality standards. In some cases, a good
dust collection and ventilation system can eliminate the need for
personal respirators and the challenge of getting employees to wear
them.
Why should companies use fume extraction systems:
Many industrial processes such as soldering, laser
processing and welding all produce dust and fumes which are hazardous
to health and which can also reduce productivity or increase rejected
products. Fumes can also damage expensive production equipment and cause
extensive downtime for repair and/or cleaning. Many local and
international health and safety regulations require the employer to
protect personnel from hazardous dust and fumes. Failure to do so can
result in expensive compensation claims and fines.
Possible health symptoms due to soldering smoke
■ headaches;
■ fatigue;
■ irritability;
■ constipation;
■ nausea;
■ stomach pains;
■ amnesia
■ dizzyness;
■ loss of weight.
Continued uncontrolled exposure could cause far more serious symptoms such as
■ kidney damage;
■ nerve and brain damage.
■ cancer