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Woolf29117  
#1 Posted : 27 March 2010 22:27:34(UTC)
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Woolf29117
Does anyone have information on risks for people who work with induction furnaces and who have metal implants ie plates or screws. I have heard there is the potential for these to heat up and loosen. Is there any evidence out there to confirm this.
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jeffhayman  
#2 Posted : 28 March 2010 09:45:21(UTC)
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jeffhayman
I ran 2x 3.5mW induction melters for several years and one of the furnacemen had a steel implant in his leg. He had no problems what so ever. You will find that if the furnace is constructed and maintained properly, the faraday cage will provide protection.
I am not sure about implants such as pacemakers and further advice should be taken on the individual cases
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stephendclarke  
#3 Posted : 28 March 2010 15:08:54(UTC)
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stephendclarke
Hi,
The following two documents might provide some pointer for you.
Regards
Steve
http://www.hse.gov.uk/fo...fod/oc/400-499/497_1.pdf

http://www.hpa.org.uk/we...e/HPAweb_C/1194947343083
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