Handling and milling grain, seed and feed are occupational hazards that expose workers to dust-related dangers like respiratory injury and inhalation of allergens. Particles in the air and on surfaces can cause fire and explosion. To help agricultural and food processing facilities reduce these risks, Camfil APC offers the Gold Series X-Flo (GSX) industrial dust collection system. The system safely collects airborne food particles to provide cleaner air, a cleaner work environment, and a significantly reduced risk of combustible dust incidents. Read more here

Optrel announced their NOISH approved P.AIR N95 Respirator made with the highest quality materials for comfort and protection against solid and liquid aerosols, dust, mist and smoke. The Optrel P.AIR N95 respirator’s main features include an around the head straps for easy donning and doffing, manufactured with the highest quality materials for a comfortable fit and nose clip that allows for prolonged periods of use and a unique five-layer flat fold design for space- saving storage. Read more here

Several recent fires traced to combustible dust in storage and in process were safely contained while others caused serious injuries or fatalities. Process equipment manufacturer Gericke USA offers a certified explosion venting system that matches the conditions specific to the material, silo, elevator, vessel or other powder storage unit. Explosion vents direct the pressure and flames from an industrial explosion to a planned pathway designed to safely avoid workers while maintaining the integrity of the machinery or equipment. Read more here

The Brokk Atomized Water Mist System helps combat harmful silica dust and other airborne particles created by the demolition process. Brokk’s dust suppression system produces atomized fog that effectively binds dust particles in the air while also providing ground-level dust suppression. Additionally, the mist dissipates, rather than forming puddles, for a safer, cleaner jobsite. Available for all Brokk remote-controlled demolition robots, the Atomized Water Mist System offers an ideal solution to mitigate hazardous dust in demolition applications such as concrete cutting. Read more here