Dust collectors are a common sight at aluminium plants. Here is a story of a fire that could have easily gone out of control.
During the week of March 17, 2013 fire fighters quickly put out a blaze in the dust bin of a metal finishing plant located in the Midwest Unites States.
The fire started around 2:30 PM and was out within 30 minutes, said local fire chief.
The dust bin is attached to the main building.
Also remember, entering a bag house requires confined space training. There have been numerous incidents of injuries and fatalities of workers entering a bag house.
This video is used to illustrate why bag houses should be located outside of a building. Preferably they should be located 10-15 feet away from a building and should have a barrier around them to keep personnel and movable equipment away.
Also remember, entering a bag house requires confined space training. There have been numerous incidents of injuries and fatalities of workers entering a bag house.
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