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The need for electronics fume extraction
Electronics applications create fumes which are released into the atmosphere. They may be solid particles, gas or vapour (volatile organic compounds, or VOCs). Failure to control these fumes can have serious consequences and shouldn’t be left to chance.
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The need for laser fume extraction
When lasers are used, materials are released into the atmosphere - they may be solid particles, gas or vapour. Failure to control these fumes can have serious consequences and shouldn’t be left to chance.
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Happy 60th birthday to the laser!
This year marks the 60th anniversary of laser technology. In the years since its launch, lasering has grown into a global industry touching an enormous range of industrial processes and consumer products.
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Mobile FumeKART: The ideal portable extraction and filtration unit
BOFA’s Mobile FumeKART has been designed to filter dust particles, mould spores, solvent vapours, and other pollutants from the work environment, keeping the operator and room safe and clean.
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LEV system testing, maintenance and cleaning
The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) COSHH Regulations 2002 (Regulation 9 – Maintenance) stipulate that local exhaust ventilation (LEV) systems must be thoroughly examined and tested at least every 14 months by a competent engineer to help protect the health and safety of employees.
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BOFA products in action during COVID-19
All around the world, BOFA technology is helping key sectors maintain the supply of products critical to the fight against the coronavirus outbreak.