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Laser Fume Extraction: Choosing the Right Filter for Different Materials

Laser Fume Extraction: Choosing the Right Filter for Different Materials

Discover how to choose the right laser fume extraction system and filter for different materials, including acrylic, wood, plastics, leather, rubber, metals and PCBs. Learn how HEPA, activated carbon and specialised chemical filtration work together to capture fine particles, fumes, gases and vapours generated during laser cutting, engraving and marking.

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  01/06/2026

Chemical Fume Extractors: Choosing the Right Filtration for Hazardous Vapours

Chemical Fume Extractors: Choosing the Right Filtration for Hazardous Vapours

Learn how chemical fume extractors capture hazardous gases, vapours and fine particles at the source. Discover the differences between HEPA and chemical filtration, how to choose the right filter for soldering, laser processing, solvents and other industrial applications, and why selecting the correct filtration media is essential.

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Laser Fume Extraction: Why It Matters and How to Choose the Right Purex System

Laser Fume Extraction: Why It Matters and How to Choose the Right Purex System

Laser processing can generate harmful fumes, vapours and fine particles, making effective fume extraction an important part of a safe and well-controlled workplace. This article explains why laser fume extraction matters, how the material being processed affects the contaminants produced, and how to choose the right Purex system for laser cutting, engraving, marking and coding applications. It also highlights suitable Purex solutions for everything from compact benchtop lasers to larger production systems and PVC processing.

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  01/04/2026

Why Source Extraction Matters in Industrial Workplaces

Why Source Extraction Matters in Industrial Workplaces

General workplace ventilation is not always enough to control hazardous fumes, gases, vapours and particles. This article explains why capturing contaminants at their source through local exhaust ventilation can be more effective, and what factors should be considered when selecting the right extraction system and filtration for welding, soldering, laser processing and other industrial applications.

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  02/03/2026

Industrial Airborne Contaminants & Fume Extraction | Oritech

Industrial Airborne Contaminants & Fume Extraction | Oritech

Industrial workplaces can contain a range of airborne contaminants, including welding fumes, solder smoke, laser-generated particles, dust, chemical vapours and oil mist. This article explains where these contaminants come from, why capturing them at the source matters, and how the right combination of airflow and filtration can help control workplace air quality. It also outlines how Oritech can help businesses select the right Purex fume extraction solution for their specific process.

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  02/02/2026

Oritech Appointed Purex Master Distributor for Australia & New Zealand

Oritech Appointed Purex Master Distributor for Australia & New Zealand

Oritech has been appointed Purex Master Distributor for Australia and New Zealand, building on more than 20 years of experience working with Purex and the fume extraction industry. With extensive knowledge across laser, soldering, welding and industrial applications, Oritech can help customers select the right Purex extraction system for their specific process.

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  01/01/2026