Crystalline Silica is in dust created while chipping, drilling, sawing or grinding concrete, brick, stone (granite or quartz), mortar or any product that contains crystalline silica. According to OSHA, “visible dust contains large particles that are easy to see. The tiny, respirable-sized particles (those that can get into the deep lung) containing silica pose the greatest hazard and are not visible. Most dust-generating construction activities produce a mixture of visible and respirable particles.” In an effort to help our customers conform to the law, we have developed Dust Collection Systems. These systems will capture the dust at the source and filter it through a HEPA filter which has a 99.97% efficiency rating. The HEPA filter removes particles down to 0.3 microns in size. The 0.3 to 10 micron particles are the tiny, respirable-sized particles that pose the biggest threat. The systems are designed to be used for dry dust collection. Therefore, they can be used year round and in all work environments. The systems can be used with all Texas Pneumatic percussion tools or rock drills as well as any other manufacturers’ percussion tools, rock drills or grinders and saws.
Features:
- Conforms to OSHA standard 1926.1153
- Filters down to .3 microns with 99.97% efficiency
- The systems can be located within a 30’ radius from work area to lessen possible silica exposure
- The cyclonic pre-separator removes more than 90% of dust and debris prior to the HEPA filter
- Works with all air powered tools or electric tools
- Portable and easily maneuverer around work site
- HEPA filter has a 2 to 3 year life expectancy and can be washed
- The dirt and debris can be thrown away no wet slurry that requires additional disposal practices and costs
- Virtually maintenance free no moving parts
- Made in USA