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Basic Guide to Mechanical Shake Filtration Units

This is a brief guide and introduction to possibly the most commonly applied unit, the mechanical shake dust filter unit. Mechanical Shake filters are fabric multi-pocket bags which are attached to a shaker mechanism.  These units are designed for short duration use …

SHAPA – Ten Key Steps for Comparing Dust Extraction System Proposals

SHAPA = Solids Handling & Processing Association Visit www.shapa.co.uk to find out more about membership. This document is titled SHAPA Technical Bulletin No.6 10 Key Steps for Comparing Dust Extraction System Proposals by John Whitehead – General Secretary, SHAPA. This document aims to …

HSE COSHH ESSENTIALS IN FOUNDRIES: SILICA

The HSE – COSHH essentials in quarries: Foundries: COSHH Essentials sets out basic advice on what to do to control exposure to hazardous substances in the workplace. It takes the form of straightforward advice in ‘factsheets’ called ‘control guidance sheets’. …

HSE G103 Removing Waste from a Dust Collector

This sheet, which is part of HSE’s CoSHH Essentials series – provides advice on removing waste from a dust extraction or air cleaning unit. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. …