Dust, Mist, Fume, & Fire Protection Solutions
Greetings!
Hope you are enjoying our monthly newsletters. These newsletters are intended to keep you abreast of the latest changes in our industry and let you know about any upcoming tradeshows and educational events. If there is something you think we should include in these newsletters please email me at kel.ferris@astgroup.ca

Kind regards,
Kel Ferris,
AST Group

In this newsletter you will find:

  • Three Steps to Better Fume Management
  • Stevenson Sprinkler - Fire Alarm Systems
  • Event: Virtual Process Safety Management Fundamentals Class
  • Product Feature: Weld Fume Extractors
  • ICYMI - Product Introduction of Ultrapac™ Smart Heatless Adsorption Dryers
  • Used Equipment Spotlight: Donaldson Torit WSO 25-6 Mist Collector

Feel free to contact us at 905-821-8860
Dust Collection Industry News
Three Steps to Better Fume Management
Proactive assessment, remediation, and monitoring can have a positive impact on your facility
Although there is no single guideline regarding a safe amount of weld fume exposure, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety enforces specific occupational exposure limits.

Many Canadian welding operations also strive to stay below threshold limit values for weld fume exposure spelled out by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, which is internationally recognized for setting industry best practices. It is the respective Canadian territories and provinces though, that determine the exact limits, so be sure to seek out local regulatory information and use approved materials in your jurisdiction to ensure you’re meeting the necessary thresholds.

To proactively manage weld fume generated in your plant and help reduce exposure to workers, take the following three steps.

  1. Conduct a Dust Hazard Analysis in Your Facility
  2. Install a Dust Collector
  3. Remote Monitoring
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Fire Alarm Systems
We design, install & repair fire-alarm systems in commercial, residential & industrial facilities. We offer annual inspections & 24/7 Emergency Service.

As a property owner or manager, when it comes to helping your employees, tenants or guests evacuate swiftly and safely, nothing beats a well-maintained fire alarm system.

If you are managing a construction project and need a fire alarm system or other fire protection installed, we can help. We can design and install new systems as well as modify older systems. We will ensure your system meets all fire and building codes.
Upcoming Events
Instructor-Led Virtual Process Safety Management (PSM) Fundamentals 
Course Details:

Process Safety Management (PSM) Fundamentals

Process Safety Management (PSM) is the collection of management systems used to ensure that hazardous materials do not cause fires, explosions, or releases that can catastrophically harm workers, the public, first responders, or the environment.  

This class provides a roadmap of how to navigate OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals (PSM of HHCs). 

Attendees will identify how to identify when a chemical process is covered, the differences between OSHA PSM and EPA Risk Management Plan (RMP), and the differences between the OSHA and CCPS Risk-Based Process Safety Models. 

The class highlights practical tips on how to apply PSM principles and ends with a workshop focused on PSM implementation.    
Start Date: December 06, 2021
End Date: December 09, 2021
Times: 12:00 - 4:00 CST, daily for 3 days
Place: Minneapolis MN
Presenter: Derka Services Inc.
Cost: $895 USD


Product Feature
Welding Fume Extractors

Welding Fume Capture Solutions

Control of exposure to welding fumes can usually be achieved with the help of extraction and ventilation. The choice of technique depends on the operational circumstances. Capturing welding fumes as close to the source as possible protects the welder, close-proximity workers and nearby equipment.

AST Canada designs systems to extract welding smoke efficiently and safely dependent upon your operational situation and requirements. Our product range includes:

  • portable weld-fume extractors
  • portable workbench-based weld fume collectors
  • single-point source fume collection - bench or ceiling mountable
  • ceiling-mounted trunk multi-point source fume collection
  • ceiling-mounted ambient-air fume extractors
  • W/D Series fume filtration system specifically designed for Robotic LASER & MIG welding operations. 
ICYMI...
In Case You Missed It
Donaldson Introduces:
Ultrapac™ Smart Heatless Adsorption Dryer
Donaldson Ultrapac™ Smart Desiccant Dryers are a complete and compact compressed air treatment solution designed to reduce downtime and maintenance costs. By reducing moisture and oils in the dust collector air supply, Solenoid and diaphragm valves remain free and dry and can operate more efficiently.

Ultrapac™ Smart Desiccant Dryers also reduce overall maintenance costs by removing moisture and oil in the air used to pulse clean dust collector filters. This avoids clogging, improves the regeneration cycle, and extends Filter life.

Deals on Used Equipment
Used Donaldson Torit WSO 25-6 Mist Collector - QTY 2

All equipment sold as used/refurbished by the AST Group is subject to the following:
  • Inspected & verified to be operational & in good working order
  • All moving parts including motors, fans & solenoids have been tested & verified as functional
  • Door gaskets & diaphragms have been checked or replaced to ensure proper sealing

Be assured when buying used equipment from the AST Group that the quality and advice you receive are second to none in the industry. The Health & Safety of your workers & your facility is our priority.
 
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Call AST Canada 905-821-8860 for more details
The AST Group of Companies was formed in 2019 to bring together all aspects of worker safety pertaining to air quality. We brought together Engineers, Millwrights, HVAC Journeymen, Specialized Installers & Fire Suppression Technicians, all drawing on the AST Canada team of product experts and estimators. Together we form a cohesive group to meet all your clean-air needs.
AST GROUP of Companies
3435 Landmark Road
Burlington, ON L7M 1T4
1-905-821-8860