WOODWORKING
Issues Encountered During Our Interventions
Dust
Particles generated by this application field accumulate quickly and must be addressed efficiently.
Humidity
Humidity level control is vital for the production of this application type.
Air Change
To ensure ambient air quality standards, multiple air exchanges per hour are required.
High Energy Consumption
Processes related to this application field consume high amounts of energy.
Explosion Hazard
Dust particulate from some materials may be flammable and/or combustible.
Wood Industry And Dust: What Do You Need To Know?
Chips, sawdust, fine dust; you know as well as we do that woodworking generates a tremendous amount of particulates. Where there is dust, there are risks…and standards! Based on your processes, there are multiple factors to consider:
- What types of dust are generated? Hardwood (like birch, aspen, and maple) creates finer particulates than softwood (like spruce, pine, or cedar).
- Do hazardous components come into play in your plant? (For example, sawing, drilling, or machining an MDF board exposes workers to very fine dust and Formaldehyde, a carcinogenic ingredient in the resin).
- Is there a deflagration risk associated with the type of particulates in your plant?
Woodworking: Worker Safety First
Whether you operate a woodworking plant, pellet plant, or carpentry shop, your dust collector is your best ally. If it’s tailored to the specific needs of your company, it can help you protect your workers. Did you know that several wood species contain biologically active compounds? Inhaling their dust can, in the short and long term, result in:
- Eye, nose, and throat irritations;
- Aggravated allergic reactions;
- Respiratory diseases, such as occupational asthma;
- Cancer of the nasal cavities – especially when the dust is from hardwood.