Industrial dust collection systems prevent harmful dust and fumes from accumulating, keeping workers safe and ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and EPA standards. Unlike industrial vacuums or housekeeping systems, which focus on targeted cleaning and material handling, dust collectors handle large-scale filtration across entire facilities or processes.
| Dust Collector Air Filter Bags | Dust Collector Air Filter Cartridges |
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Air filter bags are used in baghouse dust collectors to capture particles from the air. A fan pushes dust-filled air through long fabric bags, trapping dust on their outer surfaces. Periodically, compressed air is released through a nozzle, shaking off the dust, which then falls into a hopper. The cleaned air is either recirculated or vented outside, based on the specific application and regulations. |
Cartridge air filters in dust collectors use pleated nonwoven fabric to capture dust and fumes from the airstream. The pleated design provides a large surface area for trapping particles. The filter media, typically a polyester-cellulose blend, may be coated with nanofibers to enhance dust release during pulse cleaning. In some cases, spunbond fabric is used for greater durability and efficiency with fibrous or fine dust. These systems constantly draw in dust-laden air, which passes through the filters where the dust is collected. The dust buildup is periodically cleared through a pulse of compressed air that ejects the dust into a hopper, preventing resistance and blockage. |
Dust Collector Pleated Air Filters
Pleated filter bags are designed to replace fabric filters and cages in many dust collectors and can often be installed without major reconfiguration.
Pleated filtration media provides increased surface area, enabling lower air-to-cloth ratios and higher dust retention. Pleated filter bags offer enhanced airflow, reduced energy costs for cleaning, compatibility with existing dust collectors, and improved overall performance. They can lead to reduced maintenance costs, efficiency rates up to 99.97%, higher airflow per filter, and less frequent replacement.
Custom Air Filters, Media, and Accessories
At Fab-Tex, we customize all aspects of the filter manufacturing process. We offer many options in filter media, chosen based on the requirements of the system and the profile of the dust to be collected. We can vary pleat counts and heights and outer/inner support configurations based on your specific needs. You can be sure we will provide you with the most effective filter to optimize your dust collector’s performance.
We know every dust collection application is unique. We love collaborating with our customers to ensure they receive the most effective filtration solution for their individual dust collection requirements.
Upgrading Your Dust Collector with Fab-Tex Industrial Air Filters
As your operations experience higher production demands and tighter environmental regulations, upgrading existing dust collectors with pleated filtration media offers a cost-effective solution. You can increase filtration capacity, reduce pressure, and boost system efficiency without the expense of a full rebuild. Your facility can stay compliant while improving airflow, cutting cleaning costs, and enhancing overall performance.