nexAir NOW: A Complete Guide to Welding Safety Gear and Protective Equipment

Safety first is a golden rule followed across industries and workshops in the country. But despite great levels of care and attention, OSHA experts find that welding professionals are often exposed to several hazards — from mild burns and irritations to serious electric shocks and toxic gas leaks.

To avoid any untoward incidents, these professionals must not only take precautions while doing their jobs, but also understand what safety gear is available to them, and how to use this protective equipment properly. Wondering where to begin? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll take you through nexAir’s advanced safety supplies.

Clothing and Apparel

Welding is a process that sees professionals exposed to intense heat, molting metal, sparks, and fumes. In this environment, the right clothing is crucial to prevent serious injuries. On the nexAir NOW online store, you’ll find a wide range of apparel and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed to keep employees safe. 

Our jackets are made from the highest quality leather, or flame retardant cotton — and are certified for use in extreme environments. Moreover, our range of Tyvek disposable coveralls offer the perfect blend of safety and comfort. The options on nexAir also extend to the lower half of your body. Our shoe covers and knee pads protect against splatter, prevent bruises, and offer protection in a wide range of circumstances.

Head and Face Protection

Protective head and face gear is crucial for fabrication professionals because it safeguards against intense light, radiation, flying debris, and hot metal spatter — all of which are known to cause severe burns, eye damage, and other injuries.

 On nexAir NOW, we offer high-quality welding helmets and face shields that meet high standards of safety. Our helmets are equipped with auto-darkening filters that adjust to changing light levels and offer protection from harmful UV and IR rays. They are also designed to be comfortable, and reduce the neck strain that comes with extended use.

For extra protection, we provide safety glasses, face shields, or even caps and beanies. Each product is made with durable materials — and ensures lasting protection.

High-Quality Gloves

Welding gloves are a critical component of welding PPE. Made from a range of materials — including cotton, latex and vinyl, or nitrite, nexAir’s gloves are designed to withstand high temperatures and repel sparks and hot metal spatter.

The gloves’ heat-resistant properties ensure that welders can maintain dexterity while handling equipment, without sacrificing safety.

Respiratory Protection

Our respiratory protection solutions include a mix of disposable masks and respirators. Since welding fumes can be extremely toxic — often containing gases like ozone or carbon monoxide — this gear ensures that welders always have clean, breathable air.

For workshops that are poorly ventilated, we recommend checking out our powered air-purifying respirator units. These systems actively circulate filtered air around the wearer — ensuring safety in the most confined spaces.

External Safety Equipment

In addition to PPE, we offer a few external protection solutions as well. Our gas detectors, for instance, are designed to monitor spaces and notify you in case of potentially dangerous gas leaks. Our fume extraction systems, meanwhile, clear up the air quality in the work area, while our welding blankets protect the surrounding areas from splatter, slag — and, as a consequence — prevent accidental fires.

Weld Safer with nexAir 

For over 80 years, nexAir has helped industries across the Southeast Forge Forward with the advanced welding supplies and the KnowHow to use them correctly. The nexAir NOW platform is just an extension of this mission, allowing our clients to Forge Forward with increased convenience, productivity, and efficiency. 

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