What is BS EN 50444 - exposure to arc welding field about?
BS EN 50444 is a European Standard that applies to equipment for arc welding and allied processes designed for use in industrial or domestic environments, including welding power sources, wire feeders, and ancillary equipment, e.g. torches, liquid cooling systems and arc striking and stabilising devices.
BS EN 50444 specifies procedures for the assessment of electromagnetic fields produced by arc welding equipment and defines standardised operating conditions and test set-ups. Allied processes are, for example, electric arc cutting and arc spraying.
Other standards may apply to products covered by this standard.
Note: BS EN 50444 cannot be used to demonstrate electromagnetic compatibility with other equipment; nor does it specify any product safety requirements other than those specifically related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields.
Who is BS EN 50444 - exposure to arc welding field for?
BS EN 50444 on exposure to arc welding field is useful for:
- The welding industry
- Welders
- Contractors
- Project managers
- Construction, automotive, mechanical Industries
- Manufacturers of metal products
- Sheet metal manufacturers
- Manufacturers of pressure vessels
- Manufacturers of aircraft & aerospace
- The Shipbuilding industry
- Welding equipment manufacturers
- Health and safety bodies
Why should you use BS EN 50444 - exposure to arc welding field?
Exposure to electromagnetic fields that are strong enough can be hazardous to health.
BS EN 50444 can be used as a basis to demonstrate compliance to national and international guidelines or requirements with regard to human exposure to EMF from arc welding equipment.
BS EN 50444 provides you with guidelines on details such as the arc welding equipment components to be tested, assessment procedures, and uncertainty of assessment parameters.
BS EN 50444 testing enable you to analyse electromagnetic fields from welding equipment in order to prevent adverse effects of magnetic fields on the human body caused by welding processes. BS EN 50444 contributes towards the safety of employees.