Air Impurities Removal Systems

08/26/2026

Everyone's watching the big fab headlines — TSMC, Micron, Samsung, Intel, Texas Instruments pouring billions into new campuses before the 2026 CHIPS Act deadline. But each of those fabs drags a whole supply chain behind it: packaging houses, failure analysis labs, PCB manufacturers, university cleanrooms, component test benches — all getting built or expanded right alongside them.

Fab-scale process gas abatement isn't our space. What is our space: wet chemistry stations, soldering and rework benches, dicing and prep areas — anywhere a technician is working face-to-face with particulate or solvent v***r. Wave soldering, reflow ovens, manual touch-up stations, board etching and stripping — all classic point-source capture problems.

If you're standing up a lab or bench in this build-out, it's worth nailing down ventilation before the layout is locked in. Extract-All builds portable, stationary, and explosion-proof fume extractors sized to exactly this kind of work.



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As more failure analysis labs, test houses, and R&D benches get built out alongside the semiconductor fab projects, the ventilation question is worth answering early — before a facility layout is finalized and a workstation ends up without proper capture.

07/29/2026

Is your shop's ventilation actually capturing welding fumes — or just moving them around?

There's a big difference between dilution ventilation (fans, open bay doors, HVAC) and local exhaust ventilation (capturing fumes right at the source). Dilution can make a shop feel clear while contaminant levels in the welder's breathing zone stay high — especially on stainless, chromoly, or plated materials, where hexavalent chromium's exposure limit is roughly 2,000x stricter than mild steel's iron oxide.

It's not a hypothetical: a shop that welded stainless for 12 years without incident was recently cited $847,000 after an air sample turned up chromium levels 3x over the limit — with the same fans running the whole time.

If your shop works with stainless or plated metals, it's worth knowing which kind of ventilation you actually have.

Full breakdown:
https://www.airsystems-inc.com/resources/blog/welding/local-exhaust-vs-dilution-ventilation-why-we-have-ventilation-isnt-the-same-as-compliance/

General ventilation and local exhaust aren't the same thing — and OSHA doesn't treat them the same either. Here's what actually protects welders from chromium and manganese exposure.

07/16/2026

The AMB1 uses 7-stage filtration to capture smoke, dust, and airborne particles — so the air you’re breathing at home doesn’t have to match the air quality outside.

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Extract-All Air Purifier and Humidifier -HEPA with 7-Stage Filtration, UV Light, 24 dB Sleep Mode, and LED Indicator For Bedroom Kitchen Removes 99.97% Bacteria Fume Extraction & Source Capture

07/16/2026

Air Quality Alert: Wildfire smoke is affecting the Midwest and Northeast right now.

If you're stuck inside with the windows shut, make sure the air in there is actually clean. Save big on select indoor air cleaners while the sale's on — because your lungs shouldn't have to wait out the smoke.

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07/15/2026

Not every fume extractor is built for flammable v***rs, reactive dust, or combustible particles — in the wrong environment, a standard unit's sparks or electrical arcs can ignite the exact hazard it's meant to remove.

Where explosion-proof fume extraction matters:

Chemical manufacturing — solvents and reactive compounds need sealed, Class I-rated components.

Painting & coating — spray booths can build explosive v***r levels fast; portable units let teams move with the work.

Welding & metal fab — sparks, cutting gases, and hydrogen byproducts mean electrical faults need to stay contained.

Pharma production — solvent recovery and coating lines often need extraction that's explosion-proof and GMP-clean.

Industrial printing — inks, resins, and coatings bring flammable v***r and electrical risk together.

The selection process for an explosion-proof fume extractor begins with accurately classifying the hazardous location and understanding the specific contaminants present.



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Explosion proof fume extractors protect workers in production areas like welding and painting where airborne hazards and ignition risks are substantial.

07/02/2026

Portable vs. Stationary Fume Extractors — Which Is Right for Your Industrial Environment?

Portable units roll on heavy-duty casters so you can bring source capture directly to whichever workstation needs it — no ductwork, no fixed footprint, and they still pack serious filtration (HEPA/ULPA/carbon) into a compact frame.

Stationary units (wall-mount or bench-top) are built for one high-output station that runs full shifts — welding cells, soldering lines — trading mobility for consistent, high-volume extraction.

Working near flammables? Explosion-proof models exist specifically so motors and electrical components don't become the ignition source for combustible v***rs or dust.

Bottom line: one dedicated heavy-use station → go stationary. Multiple stations or a changing layout → go portable.



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Discover the benefits of portable fume extractors and stationary fume extractors to learn which works best in your unique environment.

06/17/2026

Print shops: that haze around your presses isn't harmless.

Solvent inks release VOCs like toluene and xylene. UV-curable inks emit photoinitiators and acrylates during curing. Even "safer" water-based inks throw off fine mist at high print speeds. Prolonged exposure has been linked to respiratory irritation, headaches, dizziness, and long-term lung conditions — and yes, OSHA has exposure limits for this.

General ventilation moves air around, but it doesn't capture contaminants at the source. If your shop runs solvent, UV, or additive manufacturing processes, dedicated extraction isn't optional — it's baseline.

Our new guide breaks down how to select the right fume extraction system for your shop.

Discover why fume extractors are necessary in printing environments and how to find the right one for your facility.

06/04/2026

Did you know laser printing creates invisible hazards called LGACs (laser-generated air contaminants)? These airborne particles — including VOCs, ultrafine particles, and ozone — can cause serious long-term health effects like reduced lung function and increased cancer risk.

Choosing the right industrial fume extractor means looking for:
✅ HEPA or ULPA filtration
✅ Adequate CFM capacity for your facility
✅ Durable, industrial-grade construction
✅ Safe noise levels (73 dB or lower)

Don't overlook this hidden workplace hazard. Protect your team and your equipment. Read the full guide: https://www.airsystems-inc.com/resources/blog/industrial/how-to-choose-an-industrial-fume-extractor-for-laser-printing/

Learn about how laser printing fumes are created, why they’re dangerous, and how to find the right laser fume extraction system for your facility.

05/11/2026

Laser cutting is becoming increasingly popular across numerous manufacturing sectors, from complex metal fabrication to high-precision medical device manufacturing to detailed logos and letters for brand signage and advertising.

Laser cutting fumes are produced as a laser cutter melts or v***rized materials with intense, localized heat. This causes the material to break down chemically in a process called pyrolysis. During pyrolysis, the broken down material is instantly released in a plume of air that’s contaminated with irritants and carcinogens that can cause both short and long term health risks.

Without a fume extractor, laser cutting fumes can spread through ductwork, affecting your entire facility. They can also accumulate in areas with poor ventilation, creating a toxic haze that spreads throughout the workspace.

As leaders in filtration technology, Extract-All is a trusted partner for industrial companies seeking laser cutting fume extraction solutions. Contact us today to find a system for your facility.



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Learn the health risks of laser fumes, compliance requirements for industrial fume extraction, and how a purpose-built fume extractor keeps your team safe.

04/15/2026

The burning of metal – as well as thermoplastics, glass, and ceramics – that takes place during thermal joining emits a variety of contaminants that negatively impact indoor air quality (IAQ). Toxic gases and v***rs, metal fumes, and fine particulate matter are all released into the atmosphere and, if not controlled, can be inhaled by workers. This occupational risk can result in short-term respiratory problems, long-term illnesses, some of which can result in death. The negative health impacts of thermal joining emissions cannot be overstated.

The removal of indoor air pollution is a multi-step process. Proper equipment maintenance, in addition to the use of air quality monitors and ensuring proper ventilation, are all vital. But the most effective way to guarantee that thermal joining pollutants do not enter the workplace is by using air cleaning equipment to remove pollutants at their source, before they can create a hazardous indoor environment.

At AIR Systems, Inc, our Extract-All® line of air cleaning products eliminates pollution at the source. Offering a full line of ambient and central systems, we recommend our portable fume extractors as they are specifically designed for brazing, soldering, and welding applications.

The burning of metal – as well as thermoplastics, glass, and ceramics - that takes place during thermal joining emits a variety of contaminants that negatively impact indoor air quality (IAQ).