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PAPR 101: A Guide to Powered Air Purifying RespiratorsWelding is dangerous. That’s why it’s important to protect yourself from all the potential hazards that could come your way. From intense heat to harmful dust, your work environment demands top-tier safety measures. Most welders are equipped with helmets and gloves, so why is respiratory protection often overlooked?Optrel is committed to empowering welders with the best protection, not just fo… Read more

Flap discs and flap wheels come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and knowing which is right can make it tricky to determine the right product for your application.For example, if you look at our flap discs and wheels product page, you’ll see nine different product categories, all for varying needs and tasks.While we encourage you to use our application search to find the abrasive you need, today we’re going to break down some of the common terms… Read more

Winter is here, and it’s not going anywhere soon. While you might have invested in the best insulated boots and the warmest jacket, don’t forget about your hands—the tools that do the heavy lifting every day. Working in cold and wet conditions can put you at risk for frostbite, hypothermia, or simply being uncomfortably cold. To ensure your hands stay warm and functional, selecting the right pair of winter gloves is crucial.Here are some key tips… Read more

Got rust? You’re not alone. HinderRUST, by Fluoramics, is a revolutionary lubricating rust stopper that is solvent free, low-odor, self-repairing, and long lasting. It's a multi-use product which benefits all industries using machinery and tools and extending the life of valuable equipment by keeping them rust-free and moving freely. Industries such as welding, metal fabricating, manufacturing, transit and light rail, mining, marine, automo… Read more