3D Printing Hazards

The printer measured in this study (Stratasys Objet350 Connex 3-D printer) uses a technology called photopolymerization, in which liquid plastic is jetted out then exposed to a laser beam of ultraviolet light, rapidly converting the liquid into a solid (Stratasys, 2015). Because the jetting process...

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Published in:Professional safety 2016-06, Vol.61 (6), p.56
Main Authors: Ryan, Tim, Hubbard, Daniel
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
3-D printers
Decomposition
Inventory control
Laboratories
Noise
Occupational safety
Outdoor air quality
Printing
Raw materials
Software
Studies
VOCs
Volatile organic compounds
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Summary:The printer measured in this study (Stratasys Objet350 Connex 3-D printer) uses a technology called photopolymerization, in which liquid plastic is jetted out then exposed to a laser beam of ultraviolet light, rapidly converting the liquid into a solid (Stratasys, 2015). Because the jetting process may create aerosols, as well as the possibility for the creation of particulate-bound hazardous decomposition products created by the photopolymerization process, particulates (and UFPs especially) are of interest in this printing process. Readers are reminded that any use of corrosives with the potential for exposure require the adjacency of an emergency eye wash and/or deluge shower, per 29 CFR 1910.151(c) requirements (OSHA, 2015). Because of the potential for serious caustic burns, at a minimum the use of gauntlet nitrile rubber gloves, splash apron, face shield and splash goggles is recommended (CMU).
ISSN:0099-0027