Plasma cutters are the most economical multi-use steel profile cutters around, however they need to be handled with care. So that you can enhance productivity, let’s take a look at the basic tenets of plasma cutting safety precautions, so that you can reduce the likelihood of an unexpected, hazardous incident.
In general, you should:
Plasma cutters, especially those that have built in invertor technology, can increase the power output levels to the point of fatal shock if electrocution were to happen. We recommend:
Faulty wiring in any electrical device can be dangerous, particularly for plasma cutters. Always check the functionality of the ground cable and if there are complications, repair it with the help of an expert.
Plasma cutter arc rays produce severe infrared and ultraviolet rays, which are harmful for both the eyes and skin. Before you begin, ensure your clothing protects your skin and wear a face shield or safety glasses fitted with the correct safety lenses.
As you will be exposing yourself to high molten metal and fumes, it’s imperative you shield yourself with personal protective gear. These are just some of the clothes that should be worn when welding metals:
As the plasma cutting process produces fumes and gasses, it’s highly advisable that welders work in a well-ventilated environment.
Our highly skilled profile cutting team possess years of specialised training and follow the most up-to-date safety processes when using plasma cutters, laser and oxy cutting tools on steel plates. If you need an expert in high definition plasma cutting to help you on your next project, get in contact with ShapeCUT today on 1800742 732.
We ensure a fast, exact and economical steel solution for our clients. Call our team today to discuss your steel cutting and metal processing requirements.
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