Product & Industry Updates
The materials used to manufacture an industrial fan, whether stainless steel, aluminium, mild steel or polypropylene, will hugely affect the versatility and uses of that particular fan. The materials of construction used in a centrifugal or axial fan affect weight, hygiene, maintenance, longevity, ... Read The Full Article
According to energy advisors, warehouses spend on average 15% of their budget on energy bills every year. Mechanical ventilation can contribute to a high percentage of this spend. In this article, we explore the importance of effective warehouse ventilation. Like many hazards, poor ventilation poses ... Read The Full Article
Because of the effects of carbon emissions on global climate change it is imperative that we start to think about a carbon limited future, one where alternative energy sources will be required to supplement the carbon-intensive sources that currently power our daily lives. Natural gas is available, ... Read The Full Article
An efficient exhaust fan is key to providing an effective fume cupboard that protects laboratory workers and technicians from exposure to toxic chemicals. New and existing systems must meet strict regulations with the correct exposure measures in place and yearly maintenance checks should be carried ... Read The Full Article
Dust explosions can occur in any activity in which solid materials are treated and finely divided. Small sized particles are produced during manufacturing processes. Large particles fall while smaller particles remain suspended for unlimited periods. Powder is measured in microns. A micron is a unit ... Read The Full Article
School and University laboratories with a lot of activity generally contain several fume cupboards which helps in providing a fume free workspace. Laboratory environments in educational establishments that handle hazardous materials require specialised ventilation equipment.
During school science ... Read The Full Article
Axair Fans offers a stock range of plastic inline duct fans, manufactured by Rosenberg with EC or AC motors. An ATEX version of the RS315 (315mm inlet & discharge spigot) is also available on request, coded Ex II 3G IIB T3(x) for category 3 Zone 2. Our 'RS' range of AC in-line duct fans are ... Read The Full Article
Salt spray has a very potent effect on corrosion and not knowing how products react long term to a corrosive environment or chemical, can have devastating effects for the end user and the original manufacturer. Salt spray testing is a laboratory simulation of a corrosive saline environment that ... Read The Full Article
Electrical equipment failures due to ineffective heat dissipation account for millions in damage and lost business every year. Ironically, more than two thirds of electrical system failures can be prevented by a routine maintenance program. Maintenance approaches can vary by application but are ... Read The Full Article
An explosive atmosphere can be created with the presence of gases, vapours, mists or dusts, which have the potential to ignite under certain operating conditions. Potentially explosive atmospheres are found in many areas of industry, from mines, battery rooms releasing the IIC Gas hydrogen, ... Read The Full Article