Health - Topic : ventilation

You Are Now Entering the Breathing Zone: Salon Ventilation Guide

February 6, 2013  | Article

The invisible beachball-sized sphere of air that surrounds your face in all directions is a great place to start implementing efficient salon ventilation. NAILS walks you through all of the things you need to know, from what to look for in a ventilation system to how the components work to a few tweaks you can make in your day-to-day habits for extra protection. Get ready to breathe easy.

How Ventilation Reduces Solvents in Nail Salons

November 21, 2012  | Video

This video, from the Local Hazardous Waste Program in King County, Washington, shows the measurement levels of common nail salon solvents in the air, both with and without source-capture ventilation.

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Nail Vacuum System by Erica's ATA Inc.

November 19, 2012  | Video

Erica of EricasATA Inc. shares how to assemble and use the company's nail vacuum system.

OSHA Guide: Stay Healthy When Giving Manicures and Pedicures

September 17, 2012  | Article

Be sure to download “Stay Healthy and Safe While Giving Manicures and Pedicures,” a recently released 20-page booklet created by OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration).

Aerovex Systems Three Zone Salon Ventilation - Doug Schoon

July 9, 2012  | Video

Internationally known scientist Doug Schoon explains Aerovex Systems "Three Zone Protection" salon ventilation control measures.

Aerovex Systems Logo

July 6, 2012  | Video

Aerovex Systems motion logo. Aerovex Systems provides the Chemical Source Capture System, "The One That Works" Salon Air Purifier and Dust Plus HVAC Filters for Nail and Hair Salons.

Chemical Source Capture Systems

July 3, 2012  | Video

Aerovex Systems chemical source capture system is a portable local exhaust ventilation system and fume extractor. Three Zone Protection salon ventilation control measures include a salon air purifier and salon air and dust filters. Proper ventilation and air purification for a hair salon and nail salon creates a healthy salon environment.

Aerovex Systems' Hair Salon Ventilation

June 30, 2012  | Video

Aerovex Systems chemical source capture system is a portable local exhaust ventilation system and fume extractor. Three Zone Protection salon ventilation control measures include a salon air purifier and salon air and dust filters. Proper ventilation and air purification for a hair salon and nail salon creates a healthy salon environment.

The One That Works Nail and Hair Salon Air Purifier

June 27, 2012  | Video

"The One That Works" Salon Air Purifier, from Aerovex Systems, was made exclusively for the ventilation system needs of the nail and hair salon industry. It scrubs harmful vapors and dust from the air, creating a healthy salon environment.

Lower Your Exposure to Salon Chemicals

April 23, 2012  | Article

Since most regulations are intended to protect the salon-going public rather than the nail technicians themselves, Seattle’s Healthy Nail Salon Project reaches out to salon workers to offer education and training on safe practices.

The One That Works Air Purifier Maintenance

March 12, 2012  | Video

"The One That Works" Salon Air Purifier was made exclusively for the ventilation system needs of the nail and hair salon industry. It scrubs harmful vapors and dust from the air, creating a healthful salon environment. This video shows how to properly maintain and care for the purifier.

Sunflower II

March 12, 2012  | Video

Nail salon air filtration for dust removal is easy with the Sunflower II System, from Aerovex Systems. The powerful cyclone draws in gel and acrylic nail dust as well as other air pollutants. The bright 20-watt lamp illuminates the work space with clarity, while still being easy on the eyes.

The ABCs of Sanitation

November 9, 2011  | Article

A is for apple, unless you are a nail tech on the frontlines of client safety. Join in an alphabetical micro-tour of how we clean up.   

Breathe Better Air

May 21, 2011  | Article

When it comes to improving salon ventilation, Salon Pure Air/Air Impurities Removal Systems offers products such as the Salon Pure Air, which captures air contaminants directly at the source and safely removes them before clean air is released into the room.

Are You Risking Your Health?

May 19, 2011  | Article

Sometimes it can be hard to separate fact from fiction when it comes to potential hazards associated with work in the nail industry. With persuasive voices on both sides of the issue, we wondered how many of you feel you are jeopardizing your health by working in the salon.