Consider the following when buying a dust collector

Are you planning for an installation or an upgrade of the dust collector in your facility? That’s an excellent strategy to ensuring a healthy work environment. However, you cannot just go to the market and buy anything in the name of a dust collector, nope. You’ve to get the right one that will efficiently perform.

When looking for a dust collector, consider the following

What are the dust control needs?

Every dust situation is unique and depending on the type of dust you’re targeting; whether for soybeans, wood chips or welding fumes, you must understand the dust generated and the process of generating it. This will help you understand the amount that is released and the volume of air you require to control and capture the particles. Beyond that, you also need to understand and define your operation needs.

For instance, you need to identify whether dust is generated only under upset conditions or it’s a continuous process. Or does the process run for a few hours in a day or it’s 24/7? With this information, you’ll be able to tell the size and type of a collector you need.

Can the dust collector be configured to suit your needs?

With dust collectors, one-size fits- all approach doesn’t meet the specific needs of the person. Your situation is unique and therefore the most important thing you want to know is if the supplier can provide the features, you need. The space will always be limited and therefore your collector will need to be customized. The supplier should incorporate in your dust collector, discharge devices and such ancillary items. At times you may need special pressure ratings, check if the supplier can modify the collector to provide such.

What range of solutions?

So many solutions can be handled by having a dust collector and this is if you get one that is multipurpose. Look for a dust collector that has an inbuilt cleaning system so that you don’t have to buy a separate cleaner. Check out for the utility requirements involved in operating the collector. For you to get the best dust collector, you need to ask as many questions as possible on the available options. Where possible, go shopping with your technician for guidance.

What should you consider for smooth installation?

The size of the dust collector and the location where the collector will be installed are the major factors that you need to consider when looking for a collector. Get a unit that is simple to install and one that DIY skills can help manage.

There are numerous dust collectors in the market today. What determines your choice is the desired quality and the purpose for the unit.