Feb 2012

Fuchs Umwelttechnik INRVA type extraction and filtering device with DEKRA-tested fire and explosion protection concept

By order of a large automobile supplier, DEKRA EXAM, specialist department for explosion protection, tested a fire and explosion concept from Fuchs Umwelttechnik which is designed for the extraction and filtering of emissions produced in the laser welding of stainless steel.
The results revealed that the INRVA type extraction and filtering device from Fuchs Umwelttechnik is equipped with all the auxiliary components and control functions for effectively preventing exothermal reaction to emissions from this process.
DEKRA especially points out that targeted inerting of the welding dust with a high percentage of an inert solid must be performed to prevent the formation of an explosive dust/air mixture. The integration of a CO2 extinguisher which limits possible damage to the filters in the event of a fault in the inerting process is also recommended.
Since the INRVA extraction and filtering device complies exactly with the recommendations of DEKRA EXAM in equipment and design, several devices of this type are already being used by the said automobile supplier.

Fuchs Umwelttechnik offers this extraction concept in different sizes with air volumes of 300 m³ to 2400 m³. An individual project planning and support is ensured by qualified development engineers.

Sep 2025
Top marks again: 100 out of 100 points for Fuchs Umwelttechnik
We are delighted by the latest supplier evaluation from Carl Haas GmbH:

We scored top marks in all criteria – from quality to on-time delivery – and were confirmed as their preferred supplier.

Carl Haas GmbH, specialist for precision mechanics in plastic processing as well as precision wire and strip parts, rely on the excellent quality standards of our extraction and filtering devices, our outstanding engineering and our customer-orientated strategy.

Fuchs Umwelttechnik sees this result not only as an accolade but also as an incentive: With innovative solutions and a consistent standard of quality we continue to work according to our leitmotif – with our aspirations we are already one step ahead.

Jul 2025
Laser World of Photonics 2025 – Strong appearance with future-oriented solutions
With a convincing appearance at the Laser World of Photonics 2025 , Fuchs Umwelttechnik sums up very positively on the whole. With more than 1,300 exhibitors, the leading international fair for photonics, laser technologies and optical systems offered a comprehensive round-up of the branch. The laser fair took place side by side with the Automatica which provided additional stimuli.

As an established equipper for the laser industry, Fuchs Umwelttechnik presented numerous new products and sophisticated extraction and filtering systems for air purification – developed specially for the widest variety of laser applications. Our company has stood for quality, innovation and sustainable solutions for more than four decades.

Fuchs Umwelttechnik's booth attracted large numbers of visitors for the duration of the fair. Professional visitors took the opportunity for intensive talks with our experts and obtained specific information about our systems – numerous guests to the Automatica also showed great interest in our solutions for mechanical engineering and robotics.

The positive feedback and the high demand endorse Fuchs Umwelttechnik in their claim to be the reference for air purification in laser processes. We would like to thank all our visitors and look forward to new projects and successful cooperation.

Jul 2025
MKFAPL5
The new extraction plate for work benches or lab benches. Inconspicuous and highly efficient.
Soldering at a work bench and health-hazardous solder fumes are engulfing you?

Solvent or adhesive vapours are escaping during your work at the lab bench which you should not inhale?

Or are you battling with ultra-fine particles which contaminate not only the working environment during your activities?

Whether solder fumes, solvent and adhesive vapours or ultra-fine particles – for the complete extraction of these pollutants, the engineers at Fuchs Umwelttechnik have developed the effective MKFAPL5 extraction plate, especially for installation into work benches or laboratory benches.

Installed flush with the bench surface, the extraction plate collects all emissions. The width of 90 cm ensures sufficient space here for a wide, safe working area. Individual dimensions are possible, of course.

MKFAPL5 – the new bench extraction plate: With professional competence and customer orientation, Fuchs Umwelttechnik once again supplies a sophisticated, useful solution for the protection of man and the environment.

High-quality 1.5 mm sheet steel version

Powder-coated in RAL 7035 ESD

Two NW 50 suction nozzles on rear or bottom

Dimensions L x W x H: approx. 900x100x100 mm

(Other dimensions are available on request)