Precision Welding Group
IFA Certified Welding Fume Extraction Units
Our top-of-the-line IFA Certified Welding Fume Extractors feature W3-certified filtration that removes 99% of hazardous welding fumes, ensuring a safer and healthier industrial workspace. Designed specifically for high-alloy steel processing and compliant with DIN EN ISO 21904 standards, these advanced extraction units deliver unmatched performance, energy efficiency, and global occupational safety.
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VarioCube Welding Fume Extraction Unit
The VarioCube IFA is a high-capacity, stationary welding fume extractor certified for W3-class applications. Designed for industrial environments like shipyards...
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Strongmaster Mobile Welding Fume Extraction Unit
The StrongMaster is a high-efficiency mobile welding fume extractor designed for industrial use. IFA-certified and built for durability, it removes...
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CareMaster Wall Mounted Unit
The CareMaster Wall is a high performing, stationary, welding fume extractor. Constructed with a durable steel plate and finished with...
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Filtoo Mobile Extraction Unit (with Work Surface Attachment)
The Filtoo Mobile Filter Unit is an efficient and adaptable air filtration solution, ideal for workshops, welding stations, and metalworking...
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ZPF 9H
The ZPF Central Suction and Filter Unit is a high-capacity filtration system designed for multi-station air extraction. With automatic filter...
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FilterCube 4H
The FilterCube 4H is a high-performance stationary filter unit designed for industrial metalworking applications. With over 99% filtration efficiency, it...
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CartMaster Wall Mounted Ventilation Unit
The CartMaster IFA for Wall Mounting is a stationary cartridge filter unit designed for IFA-certified welding fume extraction. With a...
+ 2 variants available
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CartMaster Mobile Welding Exhaust Unit
The CartMaster Mobile Unit is a portable cartridge filter unit designed for IFA-certified welding fume extraction. With a high-capacity steel...
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CareMaster Mobile Extraction Unit
The CareMaster Mobile Extraction system is designed for effective filtration of smoke and dust generated during welding processes with non-alloy...
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Filtoo Mobile Extraction Unit (Disposable Filter)
The Filtoo is a compact, robust, and IFA W3-certified mobile extraction unit designed for diverse dust and fume applications, from...
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IFA W3 Certification - Welding Exhaust
The Institute for Occupational Health and Safety of the German Social Accident Insurance (IFA) is a research and testing institute of accident insurance providers in Germany. IFA performs inspections and certification of extraction and filtration units in terms of their filtration capacity. The institute classifies the extraction and filtration units according to three classes of separation of welding fumes and approves them for use. IFA is based in Sankt Augustin near Bonn.
The Different Levels of IFA Certification
W1: W1 is the first and lowest level of separation of welding fumes. The class of separation of welding fumes provides information about the filtration capacity of the extraction and filtration system. The degree of separation must be at least 95% or more. Class W1 filters suitable for non-alloy and low-alloy steels.
W2: W2 is the second and medium level of separation of welding fumes. The class of separation of welding fumes provides information about the filtration capacity of the extraction and filtration system. With class W2 filters, the degree of separation must be greater than 99.5%. Class W2 filters are suitable for alloy steels containing nickel and chromium (5-30%).
W3: W3 is the third and highest level of separation of welding fumes. The class of separation of welding fumes provides information about the filtration capacity of the extraction and filtration system. Class W3 filters provide separation greater than 99.9%. These filters must be used for high-alloy steels that contain more than 30% of nickel and chromium.
Frequently Asked Questions about IFA Certified Units
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What is W3 Certification and Why is it Essential?
W3 certification confirms that our extractors remove 99% of hazardous welding fumes, ensuring maximum protection against carcinogenic pollutants during high-alloy steel welding.
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How Does IFA Certification Enhance Workplace Safety?
IFA certification guarantees that our systems meet strict international standards such as DIN EN ISO 21904 and TRGS 560, providing reliable air purification and safe recirculation of filtered air.
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Which Industries Benefit from Using These Extractors?
Industries like high-alloy steel manufacturing, welding fabrication, and industrial production rely on these certified units to maintain safe, compliant, and productive work environments.
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What Maintenance Practices Ensure Optimal Performance?
Regular filter inspections, annual performance testing, and adherence to manufacturer guidelines are essential to maintain peak efficiency and extend the lifespan of your welding fume extractor.
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Which welding applications require a W3-certified extraction unit?
Welding high-alloy steels and processes that generate carcinogenic fumes require the use of W3-certified units to ensure safe and effective pollutant removal.
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Is the IFA W3 Certification OSHA Compliant in Welding Smoke and Fume Exhaust?
OSHA does not issue its own certification for welding fume extraction systems. An IFA W3-certified exhaust system for welding fumes is engineered to meet or exceed OSHA’s stringent requirements. You can expect:
- High Filtration Efficiency: These units filter out 99% of harmful welding fumes, significantly reducing worker exposure to carcinogenic substances as mandated by OSHA guidelines.
- International Standards Alignment: By adhering to robust standards like DIN EN ISO 21904 and TRGS 560, IFA W3-certified systems provide a level of safety that aligns closely with OSHA’s expectations for a safe work environment.
- Enhanced Workplace Safety: Utilizing IFA W3-certified equipment demonstrates a commitment to superior occupational health and safety practices, indirectly supporting OSHA compliance.