The process usually starts with a detail from which the whole piece grows. Unlike other cabinet makers, Sami doesn't start with a digital design. He begins with a shape, a component or a wooden joint. He always begins by crafting a single piece, forming the basis of the model for any future reconstructions. It is almost comparable to sculpting. Once the chair, stool or table has its final form, Sami begins measuring it from top to bottom, recreating a digital model.

Up in the iconic quarry of Carrara, Italy’s most famous white marble is cut right out of the mountain. In large and heavy blocks, it is taken for further processing. For Christian Lange, it is a very special material as it is not crafted by mankind like plastic but given by nature. The unique texture and structure of every block make it an even more fascinating material to work with. The dazzling white marble was formed approximately thirty million years ago and was already used by sculptors during the height of the Roman Empire.

Fred’s work mainly revolves around cutting, shaping and polishing components made of various materials, including metals, wood, plastic or even rubber. Each of his custom bikes is a meticulously designed rarity down to the last detail. Fred therefore uses only a minimum of prefabricated parts, and custom-makes almost every other aspect of the motorcycle by hand. This approach comes with the regular need for potent respiratory protection against hazards such as fine dust or chemical vapours.

Tiny dust particles are floating in the light, a smell of resin hangs in the air, while grinding noises add the soundtrack. All boats that leave the hangar of KZN Leisure Boats are individually hand-built according to the needs and specifications of their new owners. The production includes molding the body out of fibreglass, sanding the hull, crafting the interior and the paint job once the boats are finished. Managing all these steps requires vast experience, good teamwork and strong leadership. For Yugeshni, however, another point is crucial above all: the safety of her staff.

When working with hazardous materials such as fibre-reinforced plastics, the Dräger X-plore® 1900 series is an ideal companion. This high-performance, single-use dust mask ensures a high degree of safety and provides exceptional fit and comfort thanks to its three-part folding design and two available sizes. The mask offers minimised breathing resistance and is optionally available with an exhalation valve to enhance cooling airflow under the mask. 

The X-plore® 1900 series is available in several protection classes: FFP1, FFP2 and FFP3 according to EN standards, and N95 according to NIOSH standards. Its compact folding design, tight seal and exceptional filtration performance make it a suitable choice for a wide range of applications.