AeroVent
®
Standard
ALWAYS wear appropriate personal protective equipment when operating the unit
!
January 2, 2018
Attn:
Purchaser’s of the Newstripe,
AeroVent 1X, 3X or Standard
Aerosol Can Recycling units Respirator Required Decal
Dear Customer:
We thank you for your purchase of the AeroVent aerosol can recycling unit and apologize for the
inconvenience that may be caused concerning the RESPIRATOR REQUIRED decal on the unit.
Obviously, many companies have comprehensive safety programs in place that would supersede this
decal and it would not be necessary. Unfortunately, many of our customers do not. So, in the interest of
safety, we have chosen to err on the side of caution with regards to those that may not have programs
in place.
For example, the AeroVent X as designed is intended to puncture mostly empty cans, (those exhausted
through normal discharge). However, some users have chosen to puncture and drain cans that are close
to full. This quickly exhausts the effectiveness of the carbon filter requiring more frequent filter changes
that may or may not be done. Others have located the unit on a shop floor that is merely ‘open
atmosphere’ with no fans or HIVAC for additional air movement. These are two examples of when a
respirator should absolutely be worn.
On the other hand, a respirator would not be mandatory if the unit is operated outdoors or in a well
ventilated area and the operator is ‘upwind’ of the exhaust port during puncturing or when opening the
lid to insert or remove cans.
We appreciate your understanding of our position and please let us know if we may assist in satisfying
your requirements.
Sincerely,
Ray Krebs
General Manager
