Respirators
Safety breathing masks or apparatus worn to protect operator from dust, fumes, airborne volatiles or other hazards.
Retardant
An substance which slows down the drying of paint and varnish coatings. Often used when graining to improve the setting time
It is also added to retard the drying of plasters and concrete.
Reversible Tip
An airless spray tip mounted in a reversible housing to facilitate the clearing of blockages
Risk Assessment
Risk Assessment
Risk assessments are to identify potential hazard when work of all natures are to carried out to safe guard not only the operatives but anyone who may come in contact within the work area.
See: H & Safety
https://www.hse.gov.uk/simple-health-safety/risk/index.htm
Roller Mill
Pre-mixed pastes are passed through a number of rollers as a method of dispersing pigments. (see Sand Mill, Ball Mill and Dyno Mill).