Aluminum is one of the most processed metals due to its versatility. It is processed in numerous branches of industry. Various powders can be produced in the aluminum industry. Problematic dusts arise during the production and processing of aluminum powder. In addition, aluminum generates combustible dusts when grinding, brushing and polishing. A potentially explosive atmosphere is created in combination with air. If an ignition source effective for the dust-air mixture is present at the same time, there is a risk of explosion.
The flammability and explosive effect of dust-air mixtures etc. depends on the particle size, humidity and composition of the aluminum powder. Understanding the combustion and explosion parameters of the dust produced is an important basis for risk assessment and the definition of protective measures. This includes the design of dedusting systems and the selection of the right industrial vacuum cleaner to remove dirt and dust from the workplace and production.
KRAHNEN industrial vacuum cleaner for extracting aluminum dust
In addition to dry separation, there are various other protective measures for removing the dust. The most common are the use of reaction baths and the injection of neutralization liquid. Our industrial vacuum cleaners are fully certified and type-tested. Therefore, they are very well suited for vacuuming flammable and conductive dusts. In such potentially explosive areas, special explosion-proof ATEX industrial vacuum cleaners are required for sucking in aluminum powder. At KRAHNEN you get the right extraction solution for your needs. Thanks to the modular system, you can put together the industrial vacuum cleaner or the extraction system individually. Let us advise you on the various options.
The DGUV 109-001 rule deals with the dangers of processing aluminum by grinding, brushing and polishing. The resulting combustible dust can form an explosive atmosphere when mixed with air. Danger of explosion if a valid ignition source is present in the dust/air mixture.
Suitable products to protect health
DGS 2 EX GD 35 MFA
For combustible dusts
Compressed air operated industrial vacuum cleaner on roller carriage for gas and dust Ex zones 1/2/21/22 for picking up flammable and hazardous dusts.
DGS 2 EX GD 50 MFA
For combustible dusts
Compressed air operated industrial vacuum cleaner on roller carriage for gas and dust Ex zones 1/2/21/22 for picking up flammable and hazardous dusts.
DGS EX GD 35 MFA
For combustible dusts
Compressed air operated industrial vacuum cleaner on roller carriage for gas and dust Ex zones 1/2/21/22 for picking up flammable and hazardous dusts.
DGS EX GD 50 MFA
For combustible dusts
Compressed air operated industrial vacuum cleaner on roller carriage for gas and dust Ex zones 1/2/21/22 for picking up flammable and hazardous dusts.