[Jewelry making - Article 00090] - [Orchid] Single ventilation system

[tracymunn]

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    Can anyone offer advice for building an economical yet effective
    ventilation system for my metals studio. 

    I'm particularly wondering if I can put together a single system for
    multiple ventilation/extraction needs, namely: 

		1. soldering (silver and copper)
		2. pickling, patination, glueing fumes
		3. bufffing motor, polishing dust (fibers, compound)
		4. flex shaft particle waste

    Here are some considerations: I am a hobbyist (with a demanding day
    job), and am at my  metalswork only sporadically.  I also generally
    minimize procedures and practices that expose me to toxins. 
    Nonetheless, I've decided it's time to get prudent. My studio is in
    my  home, which is a loft-space.   The studio space is adjacent to a
    wall of large windows, one of which could neatly accommodate an
    output vent.  The studio space also is *not* enclosed by walls; you
    might think of it as being at the far end of my living room and
    immediately adjacent to my bedroom, none of which are separated by
    walls either. 

    I work mainly in silver and copper. I have an acetylene/air torch; a
    flexshaft; buffing machine; and enameling kiln. 

    Thanks for any input.  By the way, how come I don't see any
    ventilation rigs in the collection of bench pictures people have sent
    in? 

Tracy Munn
tracymunn AT attbi.com


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