FANQUIP says it has extended its capabilities to provide complete solutions to purge unwanted gases from confined work spaces.
According to Fanquip, unwanted gases in confined work spaces can be a health hazard to workers, but can also damage concrete.
In some cases, when gases are present over a period of time, it produces an enzyme which erodes concrete to the point where the steel reinforcement is showing through in a matter of months.
If such symptoms occur, this is an indication of the presence of strong carcinogenic gas.
Fanquip claims its purging fans are key to controlling the presence of toxic and carcinogenic gases which occur in public works and waste handling applications, amongst others.
Wells, drains and other sites that involve below-ground or urban bore-area work are further examples of potential gas-filled areas where purging is required to avoid exposing workers to the inhalation risks.
If staff is welding in such conditions, the hazard becomes more pronounced, as some gases occurring in the work environment are volatile and can become explosive when exposed to welding heat.
Apart from purging, the Fanquip units can also maintain the supply of clean air for any personnel that may be working within the area.