DUST EXTRACTION SYSTEMS

Dust Extraction Systems

Dust Extraction Systems are really giant vacuum cleaners: they collect, convey then capture harmful dust to make workplaces safer.

Benefits of Dust Extraction Systems

A dust extraction system is essential equipment for Australian workplaces handling materials that generate airborne particles. These systems protect workers and equipment while ensuring compliance with workplace safety standards.

What is a Dust Extraction System

A dust extraction system captures, conveys and collects airborne particles generated during manufacturing, processing or material handling operations. Whether managing dust from wood, metal, chemicals or food processing, the system prevents harmful particles from affecting workers and equipment.

Dust may not always be visible. The particles you cannot see are the most damaging to human lungs. This makes a dust extraction system crucial for any business engaged in material handling.

A dust extraction system that ensures a clean dust free environment benefits employee health, as well as protecting production equipment and reducing maintanence costs.

How does a Dust Extraction System work?

A well-designed dust extraction system operates through three critical stages:

Captures the dust: The system captures particles at the source using properly designed hoods and capture points. This requires in-depth knowledge of dust behaviour and explosiveness ratings - 80% of all dusts are combustible, and even a 1mm layer can trigger explosions if disturbed and ignited.

Conveys the dust: The dust extraction system conveys particles through correctly sized ducting, maintaining required airflow velocities to prevent material settling in duct runs. Settling reduces efficiency and creates fire hazards.

Collects the dust particles: The filter unit provides the final collection point. Options include:

Simple baghouses with or without regeneration fans
Cartridge filters for finer dusts like welding/grinding dust, food powders, plasma cutting residue
Compact units capable of handling massive dust volumes developed by major European manufacturers

Modern Dust Extraction Filters are able to cope with the larger volumes of air processed in industrial scale plants: but due to their robust engineered design require a smaller foot print

Why Dust Extraction System Sizing matters

Dust extraction is a precise science. A properly sized dust extraction system ensures:

Adequate capture at all dust generation points
Correct air velocities for dust transport
Sufficient filter area for future expansion
Compliance with exposure standards

Site visits are normally required to assess the specific dust extraction system requirements based on dust types and volumes.

Meet Australian workplace safety requirements with a dust extraction system that include the latest safety and energy saving features.

Key Benefits of a Modern Dust Extraction System

Safety: Protects against dust explosions and fire hazards
Health: Removes particles smaller than 10 micrometers (PM10) and 2.5 micrometers (PM2.5)
Equipment Protection: Reduces machinery maintenance from dust buildup
Compliance: Meets Australian workplace safety requirements
Energy Savings: VARIpulse™ technology reduces compressed air usage
Longevity: Properly specified systems are future-proofed for expansion

Modular filters are the oldest type of dust extraction available and are still used in many industries across Australia.

Types of Dust Extraction System Components

EBCAM specialises in dust extraction system solutions from 30,000 to 300,000m³/hour, including:

Modular filters - expandable systems for growing operations
ATEX/IECEx certified filters - explosion-proof units with safety features
School-specific filters - meeting Australian Education sector design standards
Filter accessories - control systems and safety devices

21st Century Dust Extraction System solution: Energy Efficiency with Safety

Choosing the right Dust Extraction System

When selecting a dust extraction system, consider:

Your dust type and explosiveness rating
Required air volume (m³/hour)
Available space for equipment
Energy efficiency requirements
Safety certifications needed (ATEX/IECEx)
Future expansion plans

EBCAM provides bigger filter areas to ensure each dust extraction system is future-proofed, backed by world-leading European suppliers.

Ask for a free appraisal now of your facility or talk to us about your new premises in time to set up a dust extraction system that is a safe, efficient, integral part of your facility - not just an afterthought.

Schools in Australasia have benefited from the SuperSafe filter available with VFV : especially designed for the safety and space needs of the education sector.

Dust Extraction System Applications

EBCAM has managed hundreds of dust extraction system installations for:

Wood and metal manufacturing
Education facilities
Food processing
Defence
Recycling
Vehicle exhaust (including emergency vehicles)
Agricultural sectors

EBCAM has particular experience at the middle and upper end of the dust extraction range, with staff trained in Europe to meet supplier specifications for the advanced features offered.