Frequently Asked QuestionsQ: What makes AMPCO Safety Tools the dependable choice for use in environments

with flammable vapors, liquids, dust or residues?

A: AMPCO is the most trusted name in Non-Sparking, Non-Magnetic Hand Tools. Since 1937 Factory Mutual has tested and approved the alloys in AMPCO Safety Tools and concluded they are safe in even the most volatile atmospheres. AMPCO Safety Tools have been proven to meet or exceed requirements and recommendations from OSHA, NFPA and MSHA for use in flammable environments.

Q: Can dust and residue buildup cause a hazardous explosion?

A: Dust explosions are a significant hazard in manufacturing operations. There is a direct correlation between particle size and its explosive hazard; the smaller the particle the more reactive the dust. The U.S. Chemical Safety Board has stated, “dust can be an insidious hazard wherever finely divided organic materials are used. While some of these materials might appear to present a limited fire hazard, when suspended in air under the right conditions, these same materials can explode with deadly consequences.”

Q: Do AMPCO Safety Tools perform as well as steel tools?

A: Although Non-Sparking Tools by their nature do not have the same hardness as steel tools, AMPCO Safety Tools are designed to perform exceptionally well for their intended use. AMPCO Safety Tools carry a lifetime warranty.

Q: Why should I use AMPCO Safety Tools instead of some other Non-Sparking Tool brand?

A: Our extensive knowledge of these AMPCO patented alloys, coupled with over 90 years of experience, results in some of the highest quality tools in the market today.

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