Overhead Contact Cleaning / Combustible Dust

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At Hygienic Air, Inc, we're committed to enhancing the air quality of your home through our comprehensive residential services. Our meticulous air duct cleanings completed by our experienced, certified technicians ensure that every corner is free from contaminants, allergens, and debris. With over two decades of experience serving Central Florida, we pride ourselves on delivering top-tier service and unparalleled results. Trust us to create a healthier living environment for you and your loved ones, where every breath is cleaner, fresher, and safer. Contact us today to experience the Hygienic Air difference firsthand!

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WHAT IS COMBUSTIBLE DUST?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) s defines combustible dust as "a solid material composed of distinct particles or pieces, regardless of size, shape, or chemical composition, which presents a fire or deflagration hazard when suspended in air or some other oxidizing medium over a range of concentrations". Many manufacturing industries create large amounts of Combustible Dust that have the potential to become highly explosive and cause fatalities and immense damage. Over time, dust and debris collect on overhead ductwork, fixtures, pipes, etc. This dust builds and becomes airborne from vibrations causing contamination of products and production equipment as well as contributing to poor indoor air quality. The build up of this dust and debris can pose hazardous conditions - Combustible Dust.

The contaminants that infiltrate your ductwork will build up over time. As air passes through your ductwork it is circulating those containments throughout all areas of your home. In fact, air circulates throughout your home up to 5 to 7 times per hour, which means those same containments composed of dust, mold, dirt, construction debris, bacteria, dust mites, soot, nicotine, pet dander and debris are being transported are circulated too.


Additionally, the build up of containments in your ductwork restricts air flow causing your HVAC system to work harder and shortening its life span.

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COMBUSTIBLE DUST (I.E. THE FUEL)

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OXYGEN

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HEAT SOURCE

CAUSES OF A COMBUSTIBLE DUST EXPLOSION

THERE ARE THREE ELEMENTS NEEDED FOR A DUST FIRE TO OCCUR:

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DISPERSION OF DUST PARTICLE IN SUFFICIENT QUANTITY

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CONFINEMENT OF THE DUST CLOUD

THERE ARE ALSO TWO ADDITIONAL ELEMENTS NEEDED TO CAUSE A COMBUSTIBLE DUST EXPLOSION:

OSHA NOTES SOME OF THE INDUSTRIES AT RISK INCLUDE:

THERE ARE THREE ELEMENTS NEEDED FOR A DUST FIRE TO OCCUR:

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AGRICULTURE

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AIRPORTS

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FOOD

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PHARMACEUTICAL

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PESTICIDE

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RUBBER

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PLASTIC

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WOODWORKING

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TEXTILES

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CHEMICAL

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RECYCLING

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COAL FIRED POWER PLANTS

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SCHOOLS

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LARGE SCALE CONVENTION CENTERS

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MANUFACTURING PLANTS

WHAT INDUSTRIES ARE AT RISK FOR COMBUSTIBLE DUST?

Our Cleaning Process

Hygienic Air service technicians are trained and experienced in using our specialized equipment to safely remove combustible dust. Hygienic Air uses high powered HEPA vacuums that filter the air preventing contaminants from becoming airborne. Utilizing the proper equipment for contact vacuuming is extremely important in order to ensure the combustible dust does not become airborne.

Dust layer thickness

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends immediate cleaning if a dust layer of 1/32-inch thick accumulates on at least 5% of a surface area. However, if the dust is lighter and fluffier, the standard is an 1/8- inch.

What You Can Do To Prevent Combustible Dust

PREVENTATIVE MEASURES

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DEVELOP A HOUSEKEEPING PLAN

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FIND AND ELIMINATE HIDDEN AREAS WHERE DUST ACCUMULATES

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IF POSSIBLE, AVOID OR MINIMIZE HORIZONTAL SURFACE WHERE DUST MAY ACCUMULATE

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USE CLEANING METHODS THAT DO NOT GENERATE DUST CLOUDS

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USE PROPER ELECTRICAL AND VENTILATION SYSTEM

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