AIS Case Study: Welding and Plasma Cutting Smoke Removal
OX3000 air filtration systems were installed at this heavy equipment fabrication facility to eliminate welding smoke and plasma cutting haze.
These welding air cleaners feature a T-Style airflow pattern that pulls air through dual side inlets and exhausts filtered air through a center grill/fan for optimal circulation.
The OX3000 series is equipped with dual micro-glass fiber disposable filters that provide greater filter area and reduced static pressure for higher efficiency and extended filter life.
✓ 3000
✓ 3/4 H.P. Direct Drive Fan
✓ Warranty: 2 years on all parts (not filters)
Challenge: Eliminating Persistent Haze from Plasma Cutting and Welding Smoke
AIS Construction Equipment is a heavy equipment dealership for John Deere and Komatsu with 3-6 workers in their fabrication department who fabricate attachments and modify or repair equipment for customers.
The facility faced two significant air quality issues:
- Plasma cutting operations created heavy haze that would linger in the shop for up to an hour after cutting, severely impacting visibility and air quality.
- Welding smoke was filling the shop during the welding process, creating an uncomfortable and potentially hazardous work environment for the fabrication team.
Solution: Combined OX3000 and OX3200 Air Cleaners
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Multiple OX3000 units were strategically installed to address both the plasma cutting haze and welding smoke issues throughout the fabrication facility.
OX3000 air cleaners feature a T-Style airflow pattern that pulls air through inlets on both ends and exhausts clean, filtered air through a center grill/fan for optimal circulation.
The OX3000 series is ideal for welding and plasma cutting applications, equipped with dual micro-glass fiber disposable filters that provide greater filter area and lower static pressure for higher efficiency and longer filter life.
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Key Features:
- 3000 CFM airflow capacity
- Dual micro-glass fiber filters providing increased filter area and reduced static pressure
- Multi-unit installation for comprehensive coverage of welding and plasma cutting operations
Results: Complete Elimination of Welding Smoke and Dramatic Haze Reduction
The impact was immediate and transformative:
- Welding smoke problems completely eliminated during the welding process
- Plasma cutting haze greatly improved, now clearing up within five minutes instead of lingering for an hour
- Significantly improved work environment for the fabrication team
Client Testimonial
"Our problems with welding smoke during the welding process have been eliminated!"
— Rick, AIS Construction Equipment
Why Choose Fume Xtractors?
Tailored Solutions for Multiple Contaminant Sources
Strategic multi-unit installations allow for customized air quality solutions that address specific challenges—from persistent plasma cutting haze to welding smoke in fabrication environments.
Rapid Air Clearing Performance
Proper placement and sizing delivers dramatic results—reducing hour-long haze clearing times to just five minutes, minimizing downtime and improving productivity for your team.
Lower Operating Costs Through Efficiency
Dual micro-glass fiber filters with optimized airflow-to-filter ratios mean less static pressure, higher efficiency, longer filter life, and reduced maintenance expenses.
Proven Results for Welding and Fabrication
Our OX3000 systems have completely eliminated welding smoke issues in heavy equipment fabrication facilities, creating healthier, more productive work environments.
Complete Product Line for Any Application
From compact OX3000 units to heavy-duty OX7000 systems, our complete line of ambient air cleaners addresses welding, plasma cutting, and fabrication air quality challenges facilities face every day.