Chemicals

Dust Collection for the Chemical Manufacturing Industry

Airborne dust poses a significant risk to air quality when handling, conveying, or dumping materials into processing equipment. It not only endangers workers, equipment, and manufacturing plants but also has adverse environmental impacts. These chemical dusts are toxic and highly flammable, potentially cross-contaminating products and putting end users and manufacturers at risk.

In addressing this issue, OSHA highly recommends maintaining workplace air quality through feasible engineering and work practice controls. Implementing dust collection systems proves to be the most cost-effective approach in chemical manufacturing or processing facilities. These systems continuously operate, utilizing advanced filtration technology to efficiently capture and contain airborne dust and contaminants.

Regulations on Dust Collection for Chemical Manufacturers

Complying with OSHA regulations on dust collection is crucial for maintaining a safe workplace for chemical manufacturers. These regulations are based on permissible exposure limits (PELs) and 8-hour time-weighted averages (TWAs). Approaching around 500 PELs, OSHA advises implementing feasible controls and providing personal respiratory equipment to workers when necessary. High-quality air filtration systems are indispensable in ensuring safety and removing harmful particulates associated with chemical dust.

Understanding the content of airborne contaminants is vital for improving air quality and meeting OSHA regulations. Comprehensively testing chemical levels in air quality is an important step toward worker safety and compliance. Failure to comply with OSHA regulations can result in severe fines and legal complications. By taking the necessary steps to adjust safety protocols and remain within compliance, chemical manufacturers can prioritize worker safety and maintain industry leadership.

How to Control the Risk of Chemical Dust Exposure with an Industrial Dust Collector

SLY, LLC. offers top-quality dust collectors, both wet and dry, that efficiently collect various types of chemical dust, including toxic, combustible, cross-contaminant, and nuisance dust. These collectors ensure the safety of all employees working in facilities where toxic chemical dust is present. Their benefits include:

• Time, money, and energy saved on dust collection
• Protection of people, property, and the environment from dust hazards
• Prevention of cross-contamination
• Compliance satisfaction with OSHA, NFPA, and EPA regulations

At Sly, we offer a comprehensive range of top-quality dust collection equipment designed to safeguard chemical processing operations from potentially combustible and hazardous dust. Our systems efficiently remove or recycle dust, promoting cleanliness and productivity. Contact Sly today, and let us tailor a dust collection system to meet the unique needs of your bioprocessing operations.