October 9,2019. Danko Arlington was honored to host our neighboring Baltimore City fire fighters for a ‘non-emergency’ tour. The fire fighters were actually called to the company for a fire alarm last Thursday night. Fortunately, the emergency was not a fire, but a false alarm caused by a malfunctioning air compressor that spewed out a fine mist of oil. While the men were at the company, they marveled over the 3-D printers in-action which prompted today’s special tour to explain it all.
The walk-thru was great opportunity for the fire department to see the entire operation where fire, heat, and smoke are a norm during working hours. The juxtaposition of the foundry’s conditions are quite a contrast to the unattended, quiet, and repetitive 3-D printers which operate at night. Seeing the use of additive manufacturing propel a busy factory and create real jobs is remarkable.
The company is happy to share its story and collaborate with our first responders for safe practices. The tour was a mutual success. Danko Arlington is grateful for having so many outstanding and dedicated Baltimore City fire fighters nearby. Just don’t put water on the 3-D printers!
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