Equipment Spotlight | FEB 2020 Dust Control

by MARY M. THORNTON

It is impossible to have construction and demolition and not also have dust and other airborne elements that are typically involved.

BossTek is a global leader in solutions for dust suppression, odor control and crowd cooling. Utilizing the latest in atomized misting technology, BossTek products have been serving a wide range of industries, including waste, recycling, demolition, construction, mining, power generation, material handling, food processing and aggregate.

For over 15 years, DustBoss® has proven to be far more effective than traditional spraying techniques, reducing labor costs and helping operators meet compliance guidelines. With cannons available in sizes that range from 100 to 328’ of throw and optional 359° oscillation, DustBoss can cover more than 337,000 sq.ft. Numerous mounting options provide mobility and versatility for specific jobsite needs.

The OdorBoss® family of products features high efficiency odor management using innovative technology to eliminate unwanted emissions. Frequently used for soil remediation, waste handling and food processing, OdorBoss Fusion offers a mobile, fully self-contained solution for mitigating odors.

As awareness and enforcement of environmental regulations increases, companies frequently use methods for controlling dust and odor onsite. Mike Lewis, sales vice president, explained, “Implementing the suppression equipment that we offer is an important step towards meeting compliance standards set forth by local and federal agencies like OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration). Our DustBoss DB-60 is a popular unit used for capturing hazardous dust particles like crystalline silica, which can become airborne during the demolition present in transportation and recycling of concrete, metal and other debris.

“At BossTek, we pride ourselves in providing customer oriented solutions that create cleaner, safer and more productive environments. Our high quality, industrial strength equipment carries a no-excuses guarantee of customer satisfaction and is available for rental or purchase.”

Buffalo Turbine manufactures dust/odor control equipment for various applications including concrete crushing, demolition, scrap recycling and mining. According to Brian Singer, sales manager, “We offer gasoline, diesel and electric powered options based on customer application. Our standard single turbine units are capable of 40,000 sq.ft. of coverage area. With the use of our gyratory atomizing nozzle, we’re able to pull water from almost any source without running the risk of clogging, unlike standard nozzle tips. The gasoline and diesel units are self-contained on their own trailer packages, making them easy to maneuver and position, whatever the job-site and regardless of relocation and dust/odor control needs throughout a job. We also manufacture these turbines for dust/odor control in PTO and hydraulic driven settings and one off applications when a tractor or skid-steer is in use at a job-site.”

“This year we’re introducing an industry first for dust and odor controllers – the Trident. The Trident has three separate turbines all powered by the same Kohler 74 hp diesel engine. It is capable of three times the coverage area of our single turbine dust controllers. Compared to other dust control units on the market this is self-contained – so it doesn’t require a generator. Also, the Trident offers lower maintenance cost, and is self-contained. Each turbine uses our gyratory atomizing nozzles, like our single turbine units, which do not clog the way conventional nozzle tips do. With the Trident, one to three oscillation kits are available, for more coverage area. All of our products include industry leading warranties, a 2 year limited parts warranty, a 3 year unlimited hour Kohler engine warranty, and a 10 year manufacturer’s warranty on the turbine and frame.”

“Proven effective for more than a decade, Midwest Industrial’s Dust-Buster® dust suppression systems have changed the way recycling companies operate,” Liz Campbell, marketing manager, stated. The shredding and recycling of certain materials, whether involving an indoor and outdoor facility, comes with its fair share of hazards — the dust and debris generated from these operations can not only harm the health of employees, but it can also dramatically slow down the entire process. Having been tested extensively and proven successful and long-lasting, Midwest’s low-maintenance Dust-Buster dust suppression systems are built to withstand the harsh environment in which they work and do not require water filtering.

“These products are top-of-the-line and far more effective, reliable, and safer than many other available dust control products or systems. Midwest will work with you to develop an application process tailored specifically to your site, and will make sure your solution is as easy-to-use and cost-effective as possible. Already proven to have reduced dust by up to 85 percent, Midwest’s products will tackle your dust issue before it has the chance to harm your operations. In an industry with its fair share of risks and hazards, it’s even more important to take the necessary precautions — Midwest knows how to make your facility safe and keep your operations running smoothly, Campbell concluded.

Published in the February 2020 Edition