Instant quoteAutomatic reduction of dust generation through dust binding systems
The generation of dust pollution is an important topic in many industrial sectors and processing plants: On construction sites, landfills, in the extraction of raw materials, recycling or transport processes – wherever materials are crushed, loaded or spilled, this always goes hand in hand with the not inconsiderable generation of smaller and larger dust particles.
Due to their low weight they are already swirled by small air currents and pollute the breathing air. The following applies: The finer a grain of dust is, the longer it remains in the air and the sooner it reaches living organisms, where it may be harmful to health. It is therefore the responsibility of industry to keep possible dust generation to a minimum and to reduce emissions by using suitable dust binding systems.
Dust binding systems work with the finest drops of water
Modern machines for dust binding work with the finest drops of water. To do this, they pump water through special nozzles to atomize it into a fine mist. The smaller the droplets, the longer they remain in the air and the more effective they are in binding dust particles.
High-quality systems also partly work with compressed air to produce even finer water droplets. It may also be useful to use an agent that reduces the surface tension of the water in order to bind hydrophilic particles even better. When a dust particle comes into contact with a drop of water, it is bound into the drop and falls to the ground, where it is held, also by the water.
Highest efficiency thanks to modern technology
Dust binding systems from market leaders, such as MobyDick from FRUTIGER, work with high-quality special pumps to atomise the water as finely as possible. This produces almost two billion tiny drops per litre of water with a surface area of 600,000 m². The water mist is particularly efficient because it can be directed exactly at the point where emissions are generated.
In contrast to other methods of dust binding, such as the use of a water cannon, dust binding systems are much more efficient and save water and electricity. This not only saves you money, but also the environment and is an important component of a sustainable economy. Mature systems sometimes have special options to further reduce water consumption when, for example, the full power of the dust binding system is not required.
On large construction sites, several dust binding systems can also be used without any problems in order to keep fine dust pollution to a minimum. The energy-saving technology keeps the costs manageable.
Dust binding systems are an important part of health protection
Fine dust on construction sites and in sand and gravel pits represents a health risk for employees and machinery that should not be underestimated. Due to its small size, it reaches the lungs without problems, where it can lead to considerable impairments or even destruction of the alveoli.
In order to avoid serious health consequences, it is therefore the employer’s responsibility to protect his employees from fine dust and its consequences. This is done on the one hand by breathing masks and on the other hand, of course, by reducing dust emissions through the use of dust binding systems.
Prevent downtime and production stops
In the worst case, excessive dust exposure at the workplace can lead to limit values no longer being observed and work having to be temporarily suspended. To prevent this, the use of suitable dust binding machines is recommended from the outset. The spray mist sinking to the ground not only reduces the dust from current work.
It also ensures that dust that has already sunk to the ground is stirred up less frequently and more strongly. Systems based on water droplets thus reduce dust emissions in two ways. This significantly reduces the risk of dust explosions and fires, while improving the working conditions for your employees.
Fine dust also pollutes machines and electronics
But not only humans and the environment suffer from the pollution by fine dust. The small particles also enter the interior of machines and computer parts, leading to premature wear and increased susceptibility to errors. With a reliable and effective dust binding system, you also reduce the cost of repairing and maintaining your other equipment.
In addition, you avoid the settling of dust in the immediate vicinity, which, especially in residential areas or during construction work inside buildings, usually causes a large cleaning effort with the corresponding costs. Effective dust binding prevents both unnecessary environmental pollution and dust nuisance to residents and neighbours of the construction site.
In some cases, construction sites within buildings can even be carried out while the building is in operation, without causing excessively large disruptions.
Dust binding systems for odour suppression
In addition to avoiding dust pollution, retrofitted dust binding systems are also suitable for suppressing odours. This function is particularly important in the areas of composting, landfill and incineration. Since disturbing odours are caused by the turbulence of small molecules, wetting with the finest drops of water also helps here. These combine with the particles and sink together with them to the ground.
Under certain circumstances, the usual odour-reducing effect may not be sufficient. It can then be strengthened by adding enzymes to the water. The sinking spray mist of the dust binding system also reduces odours rising from the ground, so that the application is also worthwhile, even if no dust in the actual sense arises.
Water-saving technology prevents moisture penetration
The fine atomisation of the water ensures that only a minimum of liquid is produced, so that the material is not soaked despite irrigation. This is a prerequisite for modern dust binding systems also being suitable for use in waste incineration or recycling processes.
If too much water accumulates here, this impairs the processes. Even if the materials are subsequently transported, moisture penetration is disadvantageous. Sensitive raw materials such as wood also benefit from the fact that only a small amount of water is needed to bind dust.
Modern dust binding systems are individual and adaptable
If the term “dust binding systems” immediately brings to mind heavy machines that are difficult to move and you have therefore not yet considered this solution, you should reconsider your picture. Modern plants are tailored by the manufacturers exactly to the respective intended use.
For smaller demolition companies there is therefore a range of small, easily transportable systems with individual optional equipment. Components such as power aggregators and water tanks make the dust binding system self-sufficient and ensure that it can also be used away from an existing infrastructure.
Flexible systems adapt to the problem at hand
Modern dust binding systems with an aerodynamic cone can achieve throw distances of up to 100 metres under good conditions. This also enables the prevention of dust formation in inaccessible places, as the machine can be precisely adjusted. At the same time, a dust binding system scores with its high performance and low water consumption.
In addition to permanently installed systems in factories and production processes, machines on trolleys or with rollers provide the necessary flexibility on construction sites and landfills. Here you always use the dust binding system where it is needed.
The reinforcement of permanently installed devices with mobile dust binders is also possible. In this way, you can temporarily absorb increased amounts of dust or odours and continue your production without restrictions. In order to keep maintenance and downtime to a minimum, the units are equipped with filter systems to prevent clogging of the nozzles.
