Mike Hepburn

Laser machines can be dangerous, period. It is a machine that generates a dangerous invisible beam, has dangerous voltages internally and can cause a fire. How to control these risks and protect the user it of utmost importance. Unfortunately, there is no specific standard out there for laser cutters/engravers in schools. So, with the help of the Australian Electrical standards...

WHAT ARE FLASHBACK ARRESTORS? Flashback arrestors are gas safety devices used in oxy-fuel welding and cutting to stop a flame from re-entering a gas pipe or gas cylinder, either by cooling or extinguishing the flame. Put simply, Flashback arrestors are essential to protect users and equipment from damage or, in a worst case scenario, explosions. ARE YOUR FLASHBACK ARRESTORS COMPLIANT...