Manufacture & Industrial Processing
LEV and Fume Cupboard Testing & Inspection – is an essential and legal requirement to ensure the safe extraction of dust, fumes and other harmful substances from the workplace.
Fumair test, inspect and maintain all makes and models of fume cupboards and localised extraction ventilation (LEV) systems to COSHH, HSG258 and other relevant British and International standards.
Types of Equipment Tested:
- Localised Extraction Arms
- Snorkel Extracts
- Extract Hoods
- Fume Cupboards
- Chemical Stores
- Extract Canopies
- Ventilated Cupboards
- Dust Extractors
- AAS (Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy)
- Tank Extraction Systems
As well as testing and inspection, Fumair will retro fit a range of airflow monitors to extraction equipment as recommended by COSHH and other standards.
Airflow monitors provide real-time indication of airflow and audible/visual warning in the event of a significant drop in airflow performance or airflow failure.
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