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Industrial dust is more than a nuisance. It degrades indoor air quality, poses health and safety risks, harms the environment and raises operating costs that impact your bottom line. That’s why investing in a premium dust collection system is integral to the success of manufacturing and industrial operations that generate airborne contaminants.
Camfil APC engineered OptiCone™ filter cartridges to work with its new Gold Series III dust collector and legacy models of Gold Series dust collectors as well. Together, they deliver one of the most powerful and cost-effective dust collection solutions available.
Here are three key reasons why upgrading to the Gold Series III dust collector with OptiCone™ cartridges can help you achieve cleaner air, longer filter life and lower operating costs.
1. Smarter Design for Better Cleaning
At the core of the OptiCone filter cartridge is an open-bottom inner cone that significantly increases the cartridge’s usable surface area. The design also ensures pulsed air is evenly distributed down the cone’s length from top to bottom, resulting in more effective cleaning across the entire filter.
Unlike horizontal cartridge systems, where dust can accumulate on lower filters, the vertical orientation of the OptiCone cartridges enables the ejected dust to fall into the collection bin with every pulse. This prevents re-depositing the dust, keeps filters cleaner and extends service life.
2. Superior Dust Ejection and Pressure Control
OptiCone filters are engineered to maintain a low operating pressure drop while maximizing airflow. A lower pressure drop requires less fan energy to maintain system airflow and fewer pulse cleaning cycles, saving energy and reducing wear on the filters.
System stability is maximized as dust is evacuated with a minimal amount of highly effective pulse cleaning. This stable airflow and low pressure drop create a high-quality system, translating into the best and longest-lasting performance available.
3. Proprietary OmniPleat® Technology for Extended Filter Life
OptiCone cartridges are built with media pleat packs that use proprietary OmniPleat® technology, the next evolution of Camfil’s proven HemiPleat® technique. Synthetic glue beads are applied to both sides of the pleat pack to hold the pleats open and evenly spaced.
This structure maximizes exposure of the filter media to the incoming airstream, allowing the filter to capture more dust and, with exiting pulse airflow, to release dust more effectively during pulse cleaning. The result: filters that last significantly longer than conventional pleated cartridges, providing a lower total cost of ownership.
Hazards of Industrial Dust
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, poor indoor air quality from industrial operations can cause headaches, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and eye, nose and throat irritations. Dust can also get into vents and equipment, slowing machines and causing them to overheat or break down. Dust on floors or surfaces increases the risk of slips and falls, while airborne particles can contaminate products. This is especially problematic in industries like pharmaceuticals, chemicals and food processing industries with strict purity and safety standards.
Beyond the factory, dust particles can disperse outdoors, contributing to environmental pollution. This not only affects local air quality but creates potential compliance issues with environmental regulations.
Combustible Dust Dangers
Many types of industrial dust are more dangerous than they look. When certain types of dust accumulate, they can ignite or even explode when exposed to sparks, flames or even static electricity. Dust buildup near heat or ignition sources further increases fire risk. O9SHA notes that even dust composed of the same material can behave very differently and be more ignitable or explosive depending on particle size, shape and moisture content.
The Dust Safety Science database shows the seriousness of this issue. From 2016 to 2023, the United States experienced an average of 28 explosion incidents, resulting in approximately 25 injuries and two fatalities annually. Globally in 2023, 66 percent of recorded fatalities were due to dust explosions. Of the recorded injuries, 86 percent were due to dust explosions and 14 percent occurred due to dust fires.
Every industry, including food processing, pharmaceuticals, metalworking or manufacturing, faces its own challenges in controlling industrial dust and maintaining healthy indoor air. Implementing effective dust capture and extraction solutions mitigates risk and addresses existing air quality problems.
Why Choose Camfil?
At Camfil, one-size-fits-all solutions aren’t an option. The goal is to engineer dust collection systems that precisely match each operation, not simply to fulfill an order. The team brings decades of experience in air filtration and dust collection science, applying that knowledge to design systems that operate efficiently, meet compliance standards and protect people and equipment.
Every project begins with a detailed assessment of the process and environment, followed by a tailored approach to deliver measurable results.
- Current system not performing? Camfil specialists troubleshoot the issue, recommend improvements and restore performance quickly.
- New installation planned? Every component, from hoods and ductwork to filters and controls, is correctly specified and compliant with OSHA and NFPA requirements.
Each Camfil dust collection system is engineered, built and validated to meet its performance promises, and tailored to the specific facility, process and clean air goals.
Clean Air Is Our Business
As part of Camfil Global, the world’s leader in air filtration, we are backed by more than 50 years of specialized expertise. This worldwide network of engineers, products and technical resources is dedicated to a single purpose: delivering cleaner, safer, more efficient air management in every industrial environment.
Conclusion
Together, the Gold Series III dust collector and OptiCone filter cartridges deliver smarter clean air performance for manufacturing and industrial facilities. From reduced energy consumption to fewer filter changeouts, this advanced dust collection system helps facilities stay safe and productive.
Ready to upgrade your dust collection system? Learn more at https://camfilapc.com/.
