Sep 24, 2025 
Weller Tools, the industry leader in hand soldering solutions, is honored to announce that its ZeroSmog Guard fume extraction system has been recognized with the 2025 Mexico Technology Award in the Hand Soldering category. The award was presented during a ceremony held at SMTA Guadalajara 2025.
The ZeroSmog Guard is engineered to provide superior air quality by efficiently capturing and filtering soldering particles and gases. Designed for continuous, 24/7 use in professional hand soldering environments, it boasts a high-efficiency H13 HEPA filter that ensures 99.95% particle filtration efficiency. Its compact, under-bench design not only saves valuable workspace but also operates quietly, enhancing the comfort and safety of users.
Key features of the ZeroSmog Guard include:
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High-Efficiency Filtration: Utilizes an H13 HEPA filter combined with activated carbon and potassium permanganate to effectively remove soldering fumes and odors.
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Quiet Operation: Designed to operate at low noise levels, maintaining a pleasant working environment.
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Modular and Expandable Design: Offers flexibility to adapt to various workstation configurations and user needs.
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ESD-Safe Construction: Ensures protection against electrostatic discharge, safeguarding sensitive components.
“We believe that innovation in hand soldering isn’t just about better tools — it’s about creating safer environments. The Mexico Technology Award for ZeroSmog Guard highlights our dedication to this goal,“ said Jeffrey Jasuta, Senior Marketing Manager, Weller Tools.
The Mexico Technology Awards recognize the most recent technological innovations in Mexico's manufacturing landscape, spotlighting achievements by OEM manufacturing equipment and materials suppliers over the past year. For more information about the awards, please visit: www.mexicoems.com/mta-awards.
For more information about the ZeroSmog Guard and other Weller products, please visit www.weller-tools.com.
The Weller name stands for pioneering solutions on and around the soldering bench. Founded in 1945, the company quickly grew to become the market leader in its segment. Weller's extensive range of products includes innovative solutions for industry and trade. The company's areas of expertise include conventional soldering technology, extraction systems, precision tools as well as many other benchtop products and services.
