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Great Lakes Air Systems Touts the Quality Standards for its 'Outdoor Equipment'

Great Lakes Air Systems/RoboVent

CLAWSON, MI – April 7, 2008 – Great Lakes Air Systems, the leader in welding air filtration, headquartered in Clawson, Michigan,  has the highest quality standards for the finish (metal finish specifications) of its equipment.
 
The standard powder coating, door hardware and door seals for indoor equipment has been proven adequate for a lifetime of outdoor use, however there is several improvements made to the equipment when it is sold for “outdoor use”. These improvements include a two step powder coated finish & SS door latches and hardware.
 
Both indoor and outdoor finishes have received ASTM #D714 “Salt Spray Testing” and stood up very well.
 
This is a Corrosion Resistance Test that tests for…
  • Blistering
  • Rust Through
  • Creepage
The standard finish for indoor use received a perfect score (10/10) for up to 750 hrs of testing and the standard finish for outdoor use received perfect score (10/10) for up to 1,000 hrs of testing.  
 
About Great Lakes Air Systems
Great Lakes Air Systems is a family owned manufacturer of RoboVent Air Filtration Systems and other innovative air filtration products for the welding industry. Great Lakes Air Filtration Systems keep your employee’s healthy, facilities cleaner and improves operating efficiency and profitability. Great Lakes Air Systems, based in Clawson, MI, has been in business since 1989 and has sales exceeding $10 million.
 
For more information about Great Lakes Air Systems call 248.655.1800 or go to www.robovent.com.
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