Introduction
Based in Leyland, Lancashire, Centurion Blast Cleaning provide specialist services in shot blasting of steel equipment, powder & industrial coatings, stripping and surface cleaning services.
With the welfare of their workforce and the highest standards of finish always paramount, Centurion were quick to act when they realised inefficiencies with the dust extraction system they currently ran in the shot blasting facilities.
To address the issue, Centurion approached Darren Shaw, Sales Engineer at Dust Control Environmental – renowned experts in dust control – for expert advice and a solution that would be tailored to their specific needs.
Project Requirements
The primary issue to address was the inadequate extraction of dust particulates generated during shot blasting. The current setup resulted in significant delays, as personnel had to wait for airborne dust to settle before safely entering the shot blasting booths.
To resolve this, a recalculation of air volume requirements was necessary to ensure the selection of a dust collector with sufficient capacity. Additionally, it was important to recognize that the extracted air did not meet cleanliness standards for safe recirculation back into the facility, and this had to be factored into the system design.
How DCE met the Requirements
Dust Control Environmental conducted a comprehensive survey to recalculate air volumes in line with current operating procedures. Based on the revised data, the DCE design team engineered a Typhoon 12 and a Typhoon 8 dust extraction unit for shot blasting booths 1 and 2, respectively. Both systems are designed to deliver highly efficient dust extraction, enabling safe air recirculation within the facility.
The dust control solution also incorporates intake and extraction grilles for each booth, ensuring optimal airflow management.
Installation of the extraction units, associated accessories, grilles, and ducting was carried out and overseen by Dust Control Environmental’s contracts team. This included full LEV (Local Exhaust Ventilation) commissioning to ensure compliance and performance.
The Benefits
- Fully HSE-Compliant Dust Extraction Ensures adherence to health and safety regulations, protecting both workers and the environment.
- Improved Air Quality Significantly reduces airborne particulates, creating a cleaner and healthier workspace.
- Optimised Extraction Efficiency Higher system performance reduces the number of dust filters required, freeing up valuable space within the spray booths.
- Energy-Efficient Operation State-of-the-art design minimises energy consumption, lowering operational costs.
- Faster Booth Access & Improved Throughput Elimination of dust cloud build-up allows quicker re-entry into booths, accelerating production cycles.
Client Feedback
Russell Doyle, Director at Centurion Blast, commented: “DCE responded to our enquiry with impressive speed and professionalism. We received a site survey and detailed quotation in a very short time. Their understanding of our requirements, coupled with insightful recommendations, clearly demonstrated their technical expertise in dust control systems.
“The issues we faced in the shot blasting rooms have been fully resolved, and our operatives have noticed and appreciated the improvements. The installation process was smooth and efficient, reflecting DCE’s commitment to quality and professionalism. I would not hesitate to recommend them.”