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DOES MY CONSTRUCTION PROJECT NEED AN INDUSTRIAL DUST COLLECTOR?
The construction zone is oftentimes overlooked when it comes to dust collectors due to the assumption of the air quality surrounding the construction zone. When looking at a construction zone, it is assumed that workers are consistently breathing in the fresh air surrounding them outside. However, this very assumption is what is threatening workers safety, workability, and,… Read more »
ELIMINATING OIL SLUDGE WITH AN INDUSTRIAL SLUDGE VACUUM
What is Oil Tank Sludge? When water vapor condenses inside an oil tank due to temperature fluctuations, it results in petroleum sludge. Over time as the water vapor forms into droplets inside the tank, it causes rust. The rust particles and water eventually sink to the bottom of the tank since oil is less dense.… Read more »
COMPARISON BETWEEN STANDARD AND SELF-CLEANING FILTERS
Our Vactagon Drum Top Vacuums are known for being the best 55 Gallon vacuum you will ever own. The best vacuum must always give consumers options with air input, air flow, inches of Hg, tool kits, and filtration. Filtration is a vital component based on the type of materials being cleaned up, the longevity of the filter,… Read more »
KST VALUES: HOW INDUSTRIAL VACUUMS SUBDUE THE HAZARD
Your first question is probably what is a Kst value? Kst is better known as the dust deflagration index. This value is one outlined by OSHA as a parameter for granting merit to the severity of a dust explosion. Once testing the dust in a facility, it is then determined how severe an explosion would… Read more »
INDUSTRIAL VACUUMS DURING ROOF ROCK REMOVAL
Most flat roof industrial buildings and facilities have rocks on the roof. Rocks remain on flat roofs to extend the life of the roof itself. The structure of the roof will consist of several thin layers made of tar, asphalt and/or bitumen material. Pebbles or rocks are spread over this thin layer to protect cracking… Read more »
PNEUMATIC VS. ELECTRIC VACUUMS: WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
We pride ourselves in turning a 55-gallon drum into the best vacuum ever owned. Whether its dust and debris, or silica dust and hazardous materials, the right vacuum and drum top vac must be chosen. Two options – pneumatic and electric will garner successful results depending on the required cleanup. Both vacuums are wet and… Read more »
ENGINEERING CONTROL: OSHA’S MEANING FOR WHY DUST COLLECTION SYSTEMS SHOULD BE USED
When OSHA released their standards on dust accumulation, it was stated that industries needed to maintain control of the hazards present. In simpler terms, OSHA was suggesting that the hazard being posed to workers should be removed altogether. While this is extremely hopeful thinking, most industries cannot completely remove the dust produced. This is where… Read more »
INDUSTRIAL AIR SCRUBBERS: HOW THEY WORK & THE ADVANTAGES
Recently we spoke about negative-pressure machines. A similar device is a negative air scrubber, portable air scrubber, or machine that uses circulation in rooms to remove the dust, fibers, gasses, chemicals, and other particulates found in the air. Negative air machines and air scrubbers are closely related, however, the difference between these machines is that negative… Read more »
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HEPA TYPE AND TRUE HEPA VACUUMS
High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuums are in several applications because they can contain and eliminate even the most hazardous materials found on earth. However, there are significant differences between true HEPA filtration and standard HEPA filtration (also called HEPA type filtration). It’s important to know the main differences between the two before selecting the right… Read more »