November 11th, 2009
Our first webinar! Yesterday our Product Manager, Corry Luckenbach and Senior District Manager, Ray McCarthy presented a webinar on combustible dust and industrial vacuums. The online seminar (hosted by Occupational Health & Safety magazine) was a big hit, providing educational information regarding proper housekeeping and how to choose the right vacuum for your combustible dust challenges. If you couldn’t attend the live webinar, we hope you’ll check out the recorded version here http://ohsonline.com/webcasts/2009/09/a-guide-to-the-prevention-of-combustible-dust-hazards-through-the-use-of-proper-cleaning-equipment.aspx
Enjoy! And of course, if you have any questions, please shoot us an email at questions@nilfisk-advance.com or visit www.explosionproof-vacuum.com
Tags: Combustible dust, explosion proof vacuums, Industrial Vacuums, Nilfisk, OSHA
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October 30th, 2009
When the Dust Settles: A Tutorial on Explosion-proof Vacuums
A comprehensive maintenance plan is a solid first step in preventing a combustible dust-related fire or explosion and can greatly minimize the tragic effects of a secondary blast. By letting dust accumulate on surfaces, facilities are literally adding fuel to the fire and efforts should be taken to insure that dust deposits greater than 1/32”, the thickness of a paperclip, are promptly removed, according to OSHA’s Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program. While mops and brooms have their place in industrial facilities, the process is time consuming and often creates dust clouds, adding to the risk. They also are very limited in what they can clean. A properly-equipped, HEPA-filtered industrial vacuum cleaner suitable for collecting combustible dust, can get the job done in half the time and be used to remove dust from machinery, floors, walls, and overhead pipes and vents. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: explosion proof vacuums, Industrial Vacuums, OSHA
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October 22nd, 2009
Combustible Dust Rulemaking has officially begun! This proposed rule is a great document that summarizes the combustible dust issue to daten and calls for public comment. It also makes it very clear that OSHA is aware of many unaware…
Tags: Combustible dust, EXP, OSHA
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October 6th, 2009
Loaded with features and benefits, the 08 series of industrial vacuums by Nilfisk CFM are the ultimate plant maintenance workhorses, offering power, versatility and a variety of features that enhance both performance and usability.
Ideal for process-integration systems, central systems or for general maintenance, the three-phase 08 series, which includes the 3308, 3508, 3508W, and 3558, gives users the cleaning muscle they need for continuous duty applications, effectively collecting and retaining contaminants such as dust, bacteria, or packaging scraps. Features include: Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: food processing vacuums, food vacuums, Industrial Vacuums, Nilfisk, Nilfisk CFM, pharmaceutical vacuums
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September 15th, 2009
The new single-phase WSS 100 and WST 100 DV industrial vacuums from Nilfisk CFM are specifically designed to easily collect and discharge oil and coolants in applications common to the metalworking industry. Built with high-quality, durable materials, the WSS 100 and WST 100 DV can collect, separate, discharge and recycle 100 liters of metalworking fluids (MWF) in just minutes, saving time and reducing costs. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Industrial Vacuums, metalworking, metalworking fluids, Nilfisk CFM
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August 18th, 2009
Hi All, We’ll once again be at this year’s CMTS show! Visit us in booth # 26021. Below is an exhibitor ticket for FREE admission. See you there!
Tags: Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show, CMTS, Nilfisk, SME, vacuum
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August 17th, 2009
Nilfisk CFM, has launched www.pharmaceuticalvacuum.com, a microsite that specifically addresses the contamination control challenges of the pharmaceutical industry.
From cleanrooms to production, to packaging, the pharmaceutical industry has many different needs and requirements when it comes to combating contamination. Pharmaceuticalvacuum.com addresses these needs with a one-stop site that provides video, application photos, links to government regulations, and pharmaceutical vacuum tutorials.
For more information, visit www.pharmaceuticalvacuum.com.
Tags: cleanroom, cleanroom vacuum, contamination, FDA, Nilfisk, pharmaceutical vacuums, Pharmaceutical/ Cleanrooms
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August 17th, 2009
Keeping up with cleaning and maintenance in food processing plants is a never-ending task. Plant operators are constantly battling nuisance dust and debris that settle on floors, walls, overhead pipes, and machinery that if not dealt with can contaminate product and result in costly recalls. In order to help plant managers combat contamination, Nilfisk CFM, the world’s leading industrial vacuum manufacturer, has launched www.foodprocessingvacuum.com, a micro site that specifically addresses the maintenance challenges of food manufacturers. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: allergens, contamination, debris, dust, dust collector, FDA, food, food vacuums, Nilfisk, OSHA, vacuum
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August 5th, 2009
Even though the industrial sector is now very aware of the risks of combustible dust, we are learning firsthand that manufacturer’s still have ALOTof questions. (”Do I really need an explosion-proof vacuum? Does my machinery meet industry recommendations? Can an EXP still be equipped with a HEPA filter? etc.). While we can’t answer everything, (we’re experts on lots of things, but mostly industrial vacuums!), a new microsite, www.explosionproof-vacuum.com strives to answer combustible dust questions, at least as they relate to maintenance procedures and vacuums. Similar sites for the food and pharmaceutical industries are also available (I told you we’re experts on alot of things)! www.foodprocessingvacuum.com and www.pharmaceuticalvacuum.com. More about those later.
Tags: Combustible dust, dust, Industrial Vacuums, Nilfisk, OSHA, safety, www.explosionproof-vacuum.com
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July 22nd, 2009
Tags: allergens, cross-contamination, FDA, HEPA, maintenance, Nilfisk, OSHA, vacuum
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