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Skilled Trades in Our Industrial Fabrication Shop

An industrial fabrication shop like Imperial Systems needs its skilled tradespeople. When you see pictures of our facility, you see lots of welders and other metalworkers. These people are certainly the backbone of any fabrication company. But pictures don’t always...

National Welding Month: Welding Facts and Trivia

Some Interesting Welding Facts As We Recognize National Welding Month   Welding started in the Bronze Age when people first began using different types of metals. Blacksmiths mastered the art of forge welding, or heating pieces of metal to red heat and then...

The Dangers of Phosgene Exposure [Infographic]

This brief infographic describes the dangers of phosgene exposure. Phosgene is a potentially deadly gas that should be avoided at all costs. Phosgene gas is created when heat is applied to brake cleaner, making it a potential hazard to welders. While a dust and...

Dust Collector Valves: Hidden Damage and Costs?

Does everything with your dust collector look like it's working properly? That doesn’t mean there aren’t problems you can’t see. Dust collector valves are often the culprits of hidden costs due to internal damage. In this photo, the diaphragm from a valve clearly...