What does NFPA 660 mean for Industrial Housekeeping?
NFPA 660 page 660-35
8.4.2.2.1.7* For portable vacuum cleaners used with combustible dusts having a minimum ignition energy less than 30 mJ, the path to ground shall be verified prior to use after each movement or new connection, or both.
8.4.2.2.1.8* Portable vacuum cleaners that meet the following minimum requirements shall be permitted to be used to collect combustible particulate solids in unclassified locations:
(1) Materials of construction shall comply with 9.6.6.1.
(2) Hoses shall be conductive or static dissipative.
(3) All conductive and static dissipative components, including wands and attachments, shall be bonded and grounded.
(4) The fan or blower shall be on the clean side of the primary filtration media or wet separation chamber.
(5) The vacuum cleaner shall not be operated without filter media in place.
(6) Electrical motors shall not be located on the dirty side of the primary filtration media or wet separation chamber unless listed for Class II or Class III, Division 1, as appropriate, or Zone 20 or Zone 21 locations.
(7)* Where liquids or wet materials are picked up by the vacuum cleaner, paper filter elements shall not be used.
Why NFPA 660 vacuums are important
They help prevent explosions by removing combustible dust from the air
They help protect workers from the hazards of combustible dust
They help ensure that equipment is properly designed to handle combustible dust
NFPA 660 vacuum requirements
Vacuums used in hazardous locations must be listed for that environment
Vacuums used to collect combustible materials in unclassified locations must meet certain design requirements
They must be explosion-proof and properly grounded
Applications for NFPA 660 vacuums
Welding fume extraction
Wood dust collection
Exhaust extraction
Odor and gas extraction
Laboratory and electronics
Oil mist collection
Ideal environments for NFPA 660 vacuums manufacturing plants, construction sites, and food processing facilities.
BL-PRO ATEX HEPA 110V
BL-PRO ATEX HEPA is 41.33 inches H
BL-PRO ATEX HEPA 110V boasts a potent brushless motor, enabling efficient and rapid cleaning, particularly when dealing with extremely fine dust particles. The vacuum cleaner incorporates a primary filter made of antistatic polyester certified Class M. Additionally, an optional HEPA 14 filter can be installed to capture even the tiniest particles during the vacuuming process. All the collected debris accumulates within an 11 gal capacity container crafted from AISI 304 stainless steel.
For most XP powder housekeeping vacuuming applications in ordinary locations (ORDLOC) The BL-PRO is all you need.
Features
Fully antistatic compact vacuum design for safe clean up of organic powders
H14 HEPA
Anti-static hoses and tools
Grounded filter design
Compact and powerful
Built to Deal with Ignition and Explosion Hazards
Built to deal with ignition and explosion hazards by incorporating a static dissipating design and grounded filter assemblies, and attachments that are made with conductive resins and non-sparking materials.
Fully Antistatic Compact Vacuum Design for Safe Clean Up of Organic Powders
Fully antistatic compact vacuum design for safe clean up of organic powders, the BL PRO ATEX 110V is designed for safe cleanup of powders like corn, grain, plastics, and most organic non-metallic dusts.
Specifications:
Motor
Primary Filter
Machine
Motors | Type Brushless Motor
Filter Type Star filter
Dimensions 20.32x21.46 in
Voltage | Frequency 120 | 60 V|Hz
Class EN 60335-2-69 M Class
Height 41.33 in
Maximum Air Flow 129 CFM
Media Antistatic Polyester
Weight 83.78 lb
Noise Level-(EN ISO 3744) 72 dB(A)
Surface Area 930 in²
Bin Capacity 11 gal
Power 1.5 - 2 HP
Spark-Safe Filter
Vacuum Continuous Use 92 in H2O
Inlet 2 Ø in
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M100 HEPA INDUSTRIAL VACUUMS FOR XP DUSTS IN ORDLOC
M100 H DRY DUST | M100 AM METAL DUST
The M100 can be set up as a walk-behind sweeper vac
M100 HEPA | 336 CFM | 120V
Sweeps XP Dust from 50k Sq Ft in One Hour | 336 CFM
The Depureco M100H NFPA Vacuum has an optional front-mount 28-inch sweep attachment that takes a minute to install. Designed to pick up XP powders and lead in gun ranges, but it will work just as well in your facility! Fully anti-static construction for combustible powders will turn your vacuum into a walk-behind sweeper in just a few minutes. The sweeper attachment can be easily detached when you want to plug in a hose. All of the attachments and accessories are constructed from anti-static and non-sparking materials. At 336 CFM from 120V, the M100 is the most potent single-phase vacuum for XP dust in NFPA ORDLOC, and it is currently available anywhere
Perfect for: Non-metallic XP dust in ORDLOC areas. Food industry, machine shops, plastics industry, ceramics industry, printing, textiles, heavy clean-up, etc.
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The M100 AM incorporates an advanced explosion-protected system to collect dangerous particles: the vacuumed conductive metal powder is directly immersed in a bath of inert liquid within the container. A large-surface cartridge H 13 class antistatic filter safeguards the motor.
Perfect for: Small quantities of metallic XP dust in ORDLOC areas.
The four vacuums on this page are usually in stock for immediate shipment. Our shipping location is in Texas and is no more than three days from anywhere in the lower 48.
If you need a delivery of vacuums in a hurry we are usually able to meet the demand.
Call us at (800) 635-0298 or drop a line to sales@controlledairdesign.com for an instant quote and shipping rate.
We will carefully examine your application so that you get the right piece of equipment for your unique application.
FAQ
What is an Explosion Proof Vacuum?
An Explosion-Proof Vacuum System is a vacuum system that is capable of preventing the ignition of a specified gas or vapor and operates at such an external temperature that a surrounding flammable atmosphere will not be ignited. A Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) must certify that a vacuum system is explosion-proof.
Do I need an explosion-proof vacuum?
I have an ST1 XP dust. Our area is ORDLOC. Do I need a fully explosion-proof vacuum? This is at the discretion of your AHJ or EHS. A fully explosion-proof vacuum is a good option but not always the best option. You are fully covered in the event of airborne flammable vapors. But if you are just vacuuming an ST1 XP dust in an ordinary location, then in almost all instances, the AHJ will accept the NFPA 652 Vacuum as long as you can demonstrate it is static-free and complies with the seven criteria above.
Our company did a Dust Hazard Analysis (DHA) and we found out our dust has a low explosivity KST rating of under 100. Our area is ORDLOC, do we need a fully explosion proof vacuum?
This is up to the discretion of your EHS or AHJ. In almost all cases a NFPA 652 vacuum for ST1 dust in ORDLOC is all you need.
Does your company sell fully explosion proof vacuums?
Yes. Everything from small portables for Class 1 all the way to 50HP trailer mount with explosion venting. But we don't oversell someone a fully XP vacuum when all you really need is something that is NFPA 652 safe for ST1 dust in ORDLOC.
I was told I need a vacuum for Class II, Division 1, Division 2, Groups F, G. What does that mean?
A "Vacuum for Class II, Division 1, Division 2, Groups F, G" refers to an explosion-proof vacuum cleaner specifically designed and certified for use in hazardous locations where combustible dusts like flour, grain, wood, plastic, and certain chemicals are present; meaning it can be used in areas classified as Class II, Division 1 and Division 2, with potential combustible dusts categorized under Groups F and G, according to NFPA standards. TheAC 100 Z22 Air Powered is a top seller for these kinds of applications.
Safety Features:
These vacuums are designed with features to prevent ignition of combustible dust, including static dissipating components, spark-resistant materials, and high-efficiency filtration systems.
