Once a dust collector has been sized for an application there are still a number of things to address before and after installation in order to make sure this important piece of process equipment operates efficiently and reliably. Whether you are installing a baghouse, cartridge filter, cyclone, or any combination of these types of dust collectors, taking a close look at some critical areas in advance can save a lot of time, money, and headache down the road. Here are two basic areas to check to make sure the installation and operation of your dust collection system runs smoothly. Read more
The field of industrial ventilation and dust collection has come a long way in the past 25 years. Stringent governmental regulations regarding dust emissions coupled with an increased focus on worker’s health and safety have encouraged dust collection technology to become more efficient, more effective, and at times more complicated than ever before. However, even with all of the recent technological advances in dust collection there still exist some of the same problems that have plagued us for decades. Read more
Think your small basement or garage wood shop doesn’t need a real dust collector? Sure the dust is a bit of a nuisance. It covers everything in the shop and can be a pain to clean up, but how bad can it really be? Well, how does asthma, emphysema, skin rashes, and a rare form of nasal cancer sound for starters? These are just a few of many health risks associated with exposure to common saw dust. Read more
