When it comes to the unique placement of dust collectors in your manufacturing or processing facility, there are several different strategies to choose from. Choosing a strategic place for your collection system to reside in can help keep your operating expenses down and reduce the risk of employee injury in the workplace. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the most common placement strategies for your dust collector.

At Bisco Enterprise, we’ve helped hundreds of people successfully find and install the dust collection system of their choice. If you have any questions about the type of collection system you need for your workplace, or you have questions about a particular collection model, contact our experts today!

A Centralized Dust Collection Strategy for the Workplace

One collector that we find works very well in a variety of industries is a central dust collection system. This strategy involves installing a single collector outside of your facility while running ductwork to the various areas of the process that generate the most dust. While there are several benefits to choosing a centralized dust collection system, one of the biggest benefits is the small amount of space that these units take up. Another benefit of this collection placement is that several dust sources can be handled by a single collection system, meaning you won’t have as many collectors to monitor and maintain.

It’s important to note that issues can arise within these collectors if the collected dusts are incompatible. You may run the risk of fires, explosion, or corrosion if you’re not careful. At Bisco Enterprise, we understand how intimidating it can be to shop for dust collectors, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the various makes and models available. If you need assistance choose the perfect dust collector for your facility, contact our knowledgeable experts today.

Dust Collector Placement Strategy

If a centralized dust collector is not the best option for your application, consider dedicating a singular dust collector to each dust generating operation or area. A major benefit of this approach is the fact that each collector will be accumulating the same type of dust. This gives you the option of reclaiming these dust particles rather than taking them to a nearby landfill. Another big perk of dedicating various dust collectors to specific parts of your process is that you don’t have to shut down your entire system to maintain a part of your operation.

A perceived downside of having a multiple collector placement strategy is the number of units and fans you will have to acquire. At first glance, this may seem like too much trouble to deal with, however in most cases, this strategy will cost less than a centralized strategy when you consider the savings from:

• The use of smaller duct sizes 
• The reduced length of duct runs 
• The reduced installation time 
• A reduction of the overall horsepower requirements for your processes

An Integrated Dust Collector Strategy

The last duct collector placement strategy we will discuss is the integrated (or source) dust collector. This involves the attachment of a dust collector directly to the process so it collects dust and returns it directly back into the product stream. In the past, this type of placement strategy could only be used in applications where there were large amounts of space available. With the rise of new technologies in the dust collection industry, dust collectors are now manufactured to be much smaller so they can fit into tight spaces.

These types of dust collectors have several benefits. Since they are often installed right where the dust is being generated, ducts are not needed during your installation, which can reduce the cost of your application tremendously. There are also energy saving benefits to consider from these collectors that would otherwise be unattainable with a centralized system.

Shop For Your Dust Collector At Bisco Enterprise

If you’re looking for the perfect dust collection system for your manufacturing or woodworking facility, browse the large selection at Bisco Enterprise today. With more than 40 years of experience in the air cleaning products and dust collection industry, we offer one of the widest selections available. Browse our dust collectors online today or give us a call to learn more!

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