by Imperial Systems | Apr 30, 2015 | Common Industrial Dust Collection System Problems
The metalworking industry can be a risky and sometimes fatal, business. Let Imperial Systems pave your way to safety.
In January of 2003 there was a polyurethane dust explosion caused by dust accumulation on the ceiling of a pharmaceutical plant in Kentucky, where 6 lives were lost and 38 were injured.
Surprisingly, many facilities think that it will never happen to them. Their employees will stay healthy and safe, as long as they are following the guidelines and rules of the company. Have you ever thought about the guidelines and rules your industrial dust control company is following?
Injuries And Fatalities Follow Improper Dust Control
In February of 1999 a dust fire in a plant in Massachusetts killed 3, injured 9. The reasons for explosion were lack of dust control, inadequate ventilation system design and lack of maintenance of ovens and safety devices.
Understanding Combustible Dust Explosions
Just because there is dust lying around, doesn’t mean that there is going to be an explosion. If that is the case, most of our homes would have exploded a long time ago. In the metalworking industry, the situation is not the same. The importance of hiring a thorough industrial dust control company is imperative for a safe, reliable facility.
Combustible dust fires occur when fuel, heat and oxygen are present. Commonly called, “The Fire Triangle”, there are 2 factors in addition to this triangle.
- Dust particles must be in heavy concentrations
- Dust must be partially confined to one area
Combustible dust ignites and burns at a mind-blowing rate, when confined, due to the inability to diffuse from proper ventilation.
An industrial dust control company will look for potential hazards in your facility.
5 Potential Hazards In Your Metalwork Facility
- There is presence of combustible dust that may be released into the air
- Materials are processed into tiny particles
- Areas that dust can accumulate for a long period of time are present
- Activities that the consumption or production of combustible dust is present
- A reason that dust will find a source for ignition
With a leading industrial dust control company like Imperial Systems, you will receive quality service and products ensure that hazards will be controlled. Imperial Systems carefully follows strict OSHA guidelines with production of all products.
Some of our products include:
- CMAXX Dust Collector System – designed with cutting-edge PD technology, it has 10% more filter media than other filters, to allow maximum cleaning performance.
- DeltaMaxx Cartridge Filters – With 2x the filter life of standard filters, DeltaMaxx is made from Nanofiber technology that prevents submicron particles from being embeded in the media.
- CMAXX Laser Fume Extraction System – Completely wired from the factory, all you have to do is plug it in and press start. With the same guarantees as the CMAXX Dust Collector, you won’t be disappointed.
- Duct and Fittings – Imperial Systems delivers a variety of duct and fittings, all custom to fit your system.
- Spark Arrestors (Traps) – With heavy duty construction, customizable fittings and material, easy install and no water requirement, your satisfaction will be met.
- And more!
Quality Service Guaranteed
We cannot tell you the type of equipment or service the above companies received, before these explosions and fatalities happened. What we can tell you, is that our service is guaranteed.
Imperial Systems will inspect each product, and personally install the equipment in any facility. Our dust collectors require minimal maintenance and if maintanence ever is needed, our experts here at Imperial Systems is here to help.
When looking for Industrial Dust Companies in your area, remember that Imperial serves over North America in both the United States and Canada.
If you would like more information on the different options we have available to you, call 1-800-918-3013.
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by Imperial Systems | Apr 29, 2015 | Uncategorized
Did you know that materials and nanotechnology could make the difference for your filter life?
What are the advantages of the competitive replacement filters?
You have probably heard of the competitive replacement filters as being long lasting, and standing up to the worst conditions. You certainly don’t want filter distortion or blowouts when it comes to metalworking. These types of errors in products can create major health and security concerns.
But are competitive replacement filters all that they claim to be? Or could you possibly find a company that offers the same product at a lower cost, while boasting higher quality in material and technology innovation?
We’d like to answer that question for you.
Yes.
Imperial Systems has been rated above their competition in satisfaction surveys with the product, which breaks down to higher quality development processes, materials, and advanced technology.
We offer double the filter life for our air filter bags. We use advanced nanofiber technology and offer MERV 15 filtration efficiency for a higher quality product.
Competitive replacement filters use an exclusive media bonded to a welded wire grid for filtration technology, which they claim will hold more dirt/dust for longer. However, this means that their product is made of several materials, which is still not optimal. We have innovated in the industry, offering the most advanced NanoFiber technology available in filters (which is how we can guarantee a filter life double that of most other companies in the industry). The nanofiber stops submicron particles from becoming embedded. We also use a heat sealed airbag, so that fine particles can’t leak out. Our loading technology operationalizes dust take release, another factor leading to our longer filter life. Last, our pleated media is also of the highest quality. We offer 99.9% efficiency .3 to .5 micron –hard to find in most parts!
If you want to know what it feels like to work with the best in the dust collection and air filtration industry, talk to us. Our representatives are available to talk anytime and answer any questions you have. Our goal is to ensure that you have the safest and most economical dust filtration experience possible. For safety, quality, and value, call 800-918-3013.
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by Imperial Systems | Apr 24, 2015 | Dust Collection Filters
Find out how this top dust collector stays ahead of the competition…and how it can help you do the same!
In the industrial manufacturing business, you need to be tough. As you balance hard work, demanding clients, and the highest safety standards, there is a lot at stake every day. And just as much as you depend upon your hardworking team, you also expect your equipment to hold up under pressure as well.
This is especially true of safety equipment, such as your industrial dust collection systems. But if your systems can’t hold up to the heavy load, or harsh conditions, it is time to find an alternative. Begin by discovering what sets the top dust collector apart from the competition.
From metalworking to food processing, each of these unique industries brings its own challenges, but all share the same demands for the utmost safety and long-lasting equipment. At Imperial Systems, we take these concerns and needs seriously. So, when it came time to design and manufacture our innovative dust collection system, we incorporated the latest technology with unique designs to create the top dust collector in the industry.
How does our CMAXX dust collector stay two steps ahead of the competition? The answer lies within our unique system advantages and our latest design updates. Discover the difference today to take the next step towards a cleaner, safer, and longer lasting dust collection system.
The Challenge
Whether your manufacturing processes involve welding, woodworking, or even just moving food or grain products, dust can pose at least three major challenges. These include:
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- Inhalation. According to the World Health Organization, regularly breathing particles in has “the potential to cause harm either locally or subsequently elsewhere in the body.” Several OSHA standards seek to address such risks.(http://www.who.int/occupational_health/ publications/en/oehairbornedust3.pdf)
- Combustion. Dust explosions are another major risk. Between 1980 and 2005, the US Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board identified 281 combustible dust incidents. Collectively, these incidents were responsible for the deaths of 119 workers, 718 injured, and numerous damaged facilities. Despite new standards, OSHA still estimates that there are approximately 30,000 U.S. facilities at risk for combustible dust explosions.
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- Contamination. In certain fields, especially in food processing, contamination is also a significant concern. Not only can dust affect employees and equipment, it can also harm products. (http://industrialdustcollectors.blogspot.com/2014/07/dust-collector-compliance-with_18.html)
With such high stakes, it is imperative to have an efficient, dependable, and long-lasting dust collection system.
The Competition
Other industrial dust collection manufacturers have attempted to address these concerns in their dust collection systems. They have worked hard to create dust collectors that will hold up to NFPA and OSHA standards which have continued to evolve in recent years.
However, at Imperial Systems, we believe that simply meeting these standards is the bare minimum. After all, every industrial dust collection unit ought to be offering you such certifiable protection. The differentiation, then, begins with the performance of the unit.
A top dust collector should offer you the highest efficiency in order to help you save on costs while offering the utmost filtration. Additionally, you need a system that can withstand the heavy loads, and even the harsh elements, often involved in the world of manufacturing.
Sadly, many high performing industrial dust collection systems are not made to last. Our competitor’s unit that is closest to the CMAXX collector has close to 68 feet of sealed connection and approximately 160 bolt holes with over 1000 holes throughout the collector from the bolted panel. This outdated fabrication style puts the whole system at risk for leaks, rust, and ultimately, damaged equipment.
Top Dust Collector Advantages
At Imperial Systems, we are proud to say that our CMAXX Dust Collector System is one of the top dust collectors on the market. In addition to satisfying all of the latest NFPA and OSHA standards, it also outperforms the competition. But really, it is no surprise that this is one of the highest performing units available when you consider the many advantages built into its advanced design.
With our vertical cartridge design and PD technology, our system offers up to twice the filter life of similar units. At the same time, we offer the cleanest plant air at a lower price with our high efficiency design that includes both manifold mounted pulse valves and 100% total pulse distribution across the filter media.
Other system advantages include:
- A space-saving, low-profile design
- The lowest internal velocities from a larger housing
- Less service time with our tool-free filter door
- Factory assembled air header and top section
- Less Internal build up because of no internal frame on the dirty air plenum
- High quality Goyen GoCo cone nozzles located closer to the filter media
Additionally, our slanted inlet design prevents water built up while more evenly distributing dust and particulates throughout the filters. Collectively, these advantages not only provide up to 40% more cleaning power than the industry standard, but they also save you time, effort, and money along the way.
The CMAXX dust collector is also built to last. We have designed it with military grade door latches, rather than the less dependable truck trailer hardware. We also added corrosive resistant paint inside and out and heavy duty nickel plated hardware. With such dependability, not to mention our 15 year warranty, you can have confidence in your CMAXX Dust Collection System.
More Advantages With The Latest Update
Of course, at Imperial Systems, we’re never content with the status quo. We believe that there is always something we can be doing to innovate and improve our products to better serve manufacturers like you. We value the safety, efficiency, and durability of our products and we know that you do too. So, we’ve made some updates to our already outstanding dust collection system based on one of the most common challenges in the field; weather.
Many dust collection systems are subject to the potentially harsh external elements. For many years, rust, leaks, and warping have been common results. These resulting defects, however, can compromise the integrity of the unit, undermining the very safety it is supposed to provide. Clearly, a change is needed.
And change is exactly what you will find in the new, domed roof design of the CMAXX dust collection system. We’ve taken not just one stand, but four, against the potential dangers of water damage and leaking:
- Solid, One-Piece Roof. With no individual panels, this innovation offers a stronger design while eliminating the risks of warping and leaks through the roof.
- Positive Bow. This shape allows water and debris to run off more easily, making the whole unit easier to clean. Additionally, there is no chance for freezing water to pool up on top of the unit and cause potential damage.
- No Bolt Holes. Without any external bolt holes, our system is completely sealed. This guarantees against both leaks and rusty bolts which may break or loosen.
- Heavy Duty Construction. Our 3/16” thick roof is fully welded with all welds ground smooth. Additionally, ¼” plate internal stiffeners offer further reinforcement.
With the latest advantages offered by our innovative roof and exterior design, Imperial Systems has taken a significant leap forward in dust collection system design. Combined with previously existing features, this system will continue to perform at the top of the industry today, and for years to come.
Are You Ready To Invest In Your Future Safety?
How long have you had your current industrial dust collection system? How is it holding up? Share your stories with us in the comments section below.
Then, if you want more information, or if you are ready to make the change and install a system that is uniquely designed for high-efficiency and longevity, give us a call at Imperial Systems. You can reach us at 800.918.3013.
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by Imperial Systems | Apr 16, 2015 | Dust Collection Filters
These problems can be avoided with the aid of a professional dust control firm.
Hire a professional dust control firm? Like many others, you might scoff at the idea. Really, what is dust, anyway? Surely, dust could not pose any serious problems in your workplace.
According to most definitions, dust is the fine, dry particles of earth or waste matters which combine to form a light, dry powder. You may see this powder lying on the ground, other surfaces, or floating in the air. Could this often barely visible material really cause hazards and other problems in your workplace, though? The short answer: Absolutely yes.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “Year after year, both in developed and in developing countries, overexposure to dusts causes disease, temporary and permanent disabilities and deaths. Dusts in the workplace may also contaminate or reduce the quality of products, be the cause of fire and explosion, and damage the environment.”
If these facts give you cause for any concern at all about the conditions in your workplace, we highly recommend reconsidering the services of a professional dust control firm. A professional dust control firm can help you tackle dust management and thereby the potential problems of dust in your place of business or production.
Professional Dust Control Firm Services
A reliable, professional dust control firm such as Imperial Systems will be able to provide you with multiple dust control services. Some of those services may include:
- Extraction of these hazardous dusts, identified by WHO:
- mineral dusts from the extraction and processing of minerals (these often contain silica, which is particularly dangerous);
- metallic dusts, such as lead and cadmium and their compounds;
- other chemical dusts, such as bulk chemicals and pesticides;
- vegetable dusts, such as wood, flour, cotton and tea, and pollens;
- moulds and spores.
- Ease of safe waste disposal
- Maintenance of dust removal equipment
- Integrated dust management systems which provide comprehensive coverage of dust control in your workplace
- Choices of dust control equipment designed to efficiently extract certain dust materials
- Specific combinations of equipment to take care of your dust control needs
Compliance with World Health Organization workplace safety standards is one way to vastly improve the conditions in your workplace, even if it means controlling dust. To understand more about why you may need to hire a professional dust control company, contact Imperial Systems today.
Imperial Systems is among the top dust collection equipment manufacturing businesses in North America, and will be sure to take care of your dust problem. One of our representatives will be happy to schedule an assessment and provide a quote for you, at your convenience.
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by Imperial Systems | Apr 9, 2015 | Uncategorized
When your facility needs some tender loving care, Imperial Systems will pick you up and dust you off.
Let’s not sweep this issue under the carpet. The metalworking industry can create alot of dust. What do you do with that dust? Does it fall to the ground and get swept up throughout the day? Does it lay across your desk or machinery until there is that one person that can’t handle it anymore and they clean it up? What if I told you that you need a professional dust control service?
Here’s Why
- You’re compromising the health of your employees and yourself. When it comes to dust, you might think it’s an issue you can just brush off your shoulder, but you’re wrong. Some illnesses and cancers such as Mesothelioma can develop in people who are exposed, but it can take 20-50 years to manifest itself in the form of cancer in an individual. There are between 2,000 and 3,000 new cases every year. Hiring a professional dust control service will significantly lower the risk of contacting this cancer amongst other illnesses related to dust.
- You may be wasting time. If your facility has layers of dust over machines and desks, there’s a good chance that you or your employees have to take time to remove the dust, and be sure that the product being fabricated is free of dust and debris. Let’s say that it takes an average of only 15 minutes a day per employee to clean off areas filled with dust, to ensure the quality of their product. With 15 minutes per day, multiplied by 20 employees, which brings a total of 5 wasted hours, cleaning up dust. This is where a professional dust control service would help greatly.
- You are undoubtedly wasting money without a professional dust control service. You are playing roulette with putting the health of your employees at risk, allowing your employees to waste valuable time cleaning and pouring money directly into places that are not a good return on investment.
The dust floating around your facility are made up of fine particles of metals, plastic, asbestos and fumes from all the welding, cutting and molding you may be doing. It is imperative that you have an OSHA compliant dust collecting system. For over 10 years, Imperial Systems has been a leading professional dust collector service company in North America.
By utilizing a professional dust collector service, you will have dust collection at your fingertips. Imperial Systems offers high-quality professional dust collector service with our customized systems. Give us a call and improve your employees health today!
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In January of 2003 there was a polyurethane dust explosion caused by dust accumulation on the ceiling of a pharmaceutical plant in Kentucky, where 6 lives were lost and 38 were injured.