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LEV Servicing: What is it and what are the benefits?
“Do I really need to have my LEV system serviced?” is a question we get asked a lot. And truthfully, the answer is no, you don’t. There’s actually no legal requirement to have your LEV system serviced on a regular...How does our ‘Push-Pull System’ work?
We have over 20 years of experience designing, building, and installing dust and fume extraction systems. Our Push-Pull system solves all your issues regarding masses of fumes hovering around metal workspaces. We generally recommend these for large workshops; however, they...All you need to know about LEV legislation
It is estimated that there are on average 12,000 deaths a year that are related to workplace exposure to airborne contaminants such as chemicals, fumes, and dust. A LEV system is a simple engineering structure that works to prevent such...Welding fumes: protecting your workforce
What are welding fumes? Welding fumes consist of a combination of gases and particles of various sizes. It is formed when metals are heated above their melting point; this then causes them to vaporise and condense into fumes. The fumes...A breakdown of an LEV system
So what is an LEV system? LEV is the acronym for Local Exhaust Ventilation. It is an engineering system that captures dust, vapours, and fumes to minimise the danger of inhaling contaminated air. The different components that make up the...Our new Mechanical Services division
We have all the relevant accreditations under our belt to prove that we are what we say we are, bodies such as Avetta & Safe Contractor. We also have a wide range of experience in the maintenance of plant and...Is LEV Testing A Legal Requirement?
LEV or Local Exhaust Ventilation systems and LEV Testing are designed to protect workers from hazardous substances in the workplace. This can be anything from welding fumes and smoke to harmful gasses and vapours. In most cases, this essential piece...What is the difference between local exhaust ventilation and general...
What is the difference between local exhaust ventilation and general ventilation? Every year in the UK, thousands of people contract serious illnesses and diseases such as lung disease and asthma as a result of breathing in harmful contaminants in the...Common LEV mistakes
The world of LEV can be a complex one, to say the least. This means that more often than not, mistakes are made. Here’s some common mistakes employers make when it comes to having a LEV system installed in their...Categories
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Latest Posts
- What is Local Exhaust Ventilation? 7th March 2024
- How Often Should an LEV System be Tested? 28th February 2024
- What’s The Difference Between General Ventilation and LEV? 10th January 2024
- How Do You Maintain An LEV System? 29th November 2023
- What Is P601? 21st November 2023