Process Exhaust and Dust Collector Cleaning
Process Exhaust Overview
Debris accumulates in exhaust systems over time and it begins to decrease the system’s ability to remove dust and fumes from plants, factories, or commercial kitchens. When the exhaust systems are not cleaned regularly, the chances of a fire increase exponentially.
What the Process Exhaust Cleaning Process Looks Like
We can apply a special cleaning solution, dry ice blast, or pressure wash the exterior and interior of the hood to remove any soot, dust, or particulate buildup. The interior and exterior of the hood are then cleaned thoroughly by hand. The fan is cleaned next and we use similar chemicals to remove the build-up and wash it away with a pressure washer. We will then continue the cleaning process with a special scraper designed to remove any lingering grease and trap it in a basin. Finally, we will reinstall the filters and wipe the internal and external hoods with a stainless steel polish.
When Process Exhaust Cleaning Is Needed
Factory or plant exhausts also need to be cleaned monthly to semi-annually depending on their operation and the volume of material processed.
Dust Collector Cleaning Overview
Dust collectors can be a great way to remove combustible dust from your facility and many have ways to clean the filter at the end of every shift with compressed air but they don’t have a way to clean the collection system itself. Particles of combustible dust can get trapped throughout the system and that is where we come in. Our team will not only clean the collection system itself but we will also clean the ductwork leading from the suction point to the collection point. Our team will also perform a system leak test and provide a leak mitigation plan as part of our preventive maintenance service if a leak is discovered.
What the Dust Collector Cleaning Process Looks Like
We will begin with an inspection of the system itself to look for any leaks in the system so we can determine if the system needs to be sealed or repaired. We will then begin our mitigation process for the dust that has accumulated throughout the ductwork and the machine itself. If the filters need to be cleaned, we will clean them as well. Once we have completed our cleaning and potential sealing, we will then test the system to ensure that all leaks have been fixed and that it is working properly before signing it back into service. We recommend that this process is done on a plant shutdown day as the system will not be operational during the cleaning process.
When Dust Collector Cleaning Is Needed
Dust collector cleaning is needed when the system handles combustible dust or has become burdened by dust buildup in the ventilation system leading to the collection site. Our team recommends that your combustible dust collector system be cleaned as soon as standing dust is noticed in the ductwork or at the intake point, there is less dust in the filter bag than expected with regular production or there seems to be a drop in airflow. We recommend cleanings for non-combustible dust collectors when you begin to notice an increased presence of dust in the ductwork or at the intake point, less dust in the filter bag, or a reduction in airflow.