Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I determine the right dust collection system for my facility?

The main aspects that affect the type of dust collection system you’ll want are these things:

Which types of dust are you primarily dealing with? Wood, metal shavings, mist and oils?
What kind of dust volume does your facility generate? (Light or heavy)
The layout of your facility

Contact our team to have a specialist review your facility and make specific recommendations for whole system setups.

What maintenance is required for dust collection equipment?

Regularly inspect and replace filters, check ductwork and air intakes for obstructions, and monitor differential pressure levels to detect clogged filters. We also recommend cleaning out dust bins and hoppers periodically to prevent overflow and maintain airflow. Some systems have automatic cleaning features like pulse jets or shaker mechanisms to keep the filters clear, but it’s still wise to check them out periodically. It’s a good practice to schedule a professional inspection once per year to review these systems and ensure they’re running properly.

How efficient are your systems?

Our air filtration systems are highly efficient, achieving filtration rates of up to 99.97% for particles as small as 0.3 microns, in line with HEPA or other industry standards. Additionally, we optimize energy consumption to ensure effective performance with minimal operational costs, providing a balance between clean air and energy efficiency.

Do you offer installation and ongoing support?

Yes. Our specialists not only help design and install the ideal system for your facility, but we can also set up a maintenance schedule with you and inspect the systems periodically to monitor performance.

Can you help us comply with industry regulations?

Yes. This is a major consideration in all consulting we perform. If you have an older building that needs specific things to adhere to modern code, we’ll let you know what each of those are and how you can best upgrade your system to ensure proper compliance. For new facility builds, the same is true. We’ll give you a list of requirements specific to your facility’s major activities. That way you’ll get everything up and running with no concerns about regulations, fines, or hold ups.

What kind of return on investment (ROI) can I expect with a new filtration system?

Generally, a new filtration system adds value to your operation by:

Ensuring adherence to all regulatory standards, which avoids fines and downtime.
Minimizing the risks of fire, toxic fumes, and other health risks. These contaminants can shorten the lifespan of machinery and endanger your employees, so a well-functioning system creates significant tangible value here.
Lowering energy costs. Finely tuned, efficient systems use less energy to run and to circulate air. If you’re using an older system, you’ll likely see a measurable reduction in energy costs when upgrading to a new and carefully considered system.

The specific ways a newer system could add value will depend upon your facility. This is something we’re happy to review with you to determine.

What about downtime during maintenance?

Some forms of maintenance don’t require any downtime, such as taking readings on airflow and pressure. This usually takes 15-30 minutes, and can be done while the facility is in use. Any smaller leaks that may be detected can be patched immediately.

Larger patches and repairs that may be needed could take a few hours.

Swapping filters usually takes 30 minutes to an hour. Some systems allow for partial system usage during a filter swap, and other systems require a full shut down. Typically, systems that involve multiple filters will require a full shut down, but shutting the system down does not significantly affect the downtime. This type of maintenance is relatively easy to plan around.

Cleaning the air ducts can be done in as little as 1-2 hours in smaller facilities, and can take up to a full work day in larger facilities. Expect at least a partial system shut down during this process.