Chemical manufacturers create adhesives, foams, plastics, and other raw materials.β― When these materials are handled, conveyed, or dumped into processing equipment, chemical dust that can be toxic as well as combustible becomes airborne.β― Some examples of chemical dusts include cadmium, zinc oxide, chromium, iron oxide and cobalt.
In the plastics industry, most plastic dust is released into the air during processes where solid plastics, resins or fiber-reinforced plastics are moved, machined, ground, or cleaned.β― Some common plastic dust types include acrylic (PMMA), acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), nylon, delrin/acetal, polyethylene terephthalate (PET/PETE) and polycarbonate.
Airborne chemical, plastic and fiberglass dusts can be hazardous to workers, equipment, manufacturing plants and the environment.β― They can be toxic, combustible and can cross-contaminate products in other parts of a production line.
Plastic dust carries an electrostatic charge.β― As a result, these dust particles are attracted to filter media and are difficult to pulse off.β― This can cause overloading on filters.β― The static charge also creates an increased risk for sparks that can lead to self-ignition of a combustible dust explosion.
Airtight Solutions is experienced in all aspects of dust and fume control for the chemical and plastics industries.β― Our engineered solutions include:Β
These solutions will be customized based on these essential considerations:
We can also custom design suitable ducting systems for all plant requirements including quick strip down ducting in mild or stainless-steel construction for easy cleaning and access.
We will work with you to find custom solutions to fit your application needs and help answer questions like these: β―
Our custom solutions will:
We also offer a troubleshooting and auditing service for existing plants.