Blog / Dust Control in Bulk Solid Handling
26 AUGUST 2022
Whether to prevent product loss or avoid health risks for operatives working in your production facility, managing and controlling air-born dust particulate is vital whenever bulk solids are handled. It is essential to control respirable dust to prevent health hazards for your operatives and should be regarded as a priority. Correctly designed dust control or LEV (Local Exhaust Ventilation) will protect your employees and ensure your production and processing facilities comply with legislation.
Apart from preventing the issues of workers being exposed to hazardous dusts and product loss, uncontrolled airborne contaminants can:
These issues can all be addressed with correctly designed LEV, helping to provide a safer environment in which to work, protecting both businesses and employees.
When applying dust control within the United Kingdom, legislation such as CoSHH(Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) and EH40 (which details the numerous dust levels acceptable within a production facility) must be considered. LEV systems should be designed following HSG258 guidelines giving advice on the effective design, commissioning and testing of LEV systems.
Every production facility has its own unique LEV requirement. When enquiring about the purchase of a dust filter unit/LEV system, it is helpful to know;
Knowing these elements will help ensure that your LEV system will be designed to meet your unique requirements and help you make a more informed decision in choosing the right dust collector for your needs. integratedAIR Filtration can help you choose the most efficient filter from their BlueClean® range. They have years of experience in the industry, so rest assured that you are in good hands. Whether you are looking for a customised dust extraction filter unit or a full turnkey system, integratedAIR Filtration can help to provide your LEV solution.
