ABIBLOG: ABICOR BINZEL's Welding Blog

Have you ever passed the mandatory vehicle inspection even though the emissions were not right? Have you ever lit a cigarette in a restaurant in Germany in the last 15 years and waited to see the reactions? So why should you continue to weld without a fume extraction torch knowing how harmful welding fumes are to your health?

TIG welding is considered to be a very clean welding process, as little or no welding fumes usually rise during work. But appearances are deceptive. Even though there are not much welding fumes generated, it is important not to underestimate the dangers of TIG welding. Because other factors also play a role and they make TIG extraction a good solution.

Last updated on: 09.06.2026.

Fume extraction is becoming increasingly important wherever welding takes place. When using extraction hoods, the fumes must first pass over the welder’s head and thus their respiratory organs and are inevitably inhaled. Such solutions are not recommended. Welding with fume extraction torches is a better option. They feature integrated extraction at source and capture the fumes directly at the point of origin.