Do You Know The Safety Standards and Regulations for Industrial Vacuum Cleaners?

Industrial vacuum cleaners play a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness and safety in various industrial settings. From controlling hazardous dust to preventing explosive environments, these powerful machines are essential for many businesses. However, not all industrial vacuum cleaners are created equal. Understanding the key safety standards and regulations is vital to ensure you invest in the right equipment for your needs.

Why Safety Standards Matter

Industrial environments often involve hazardous materials, and improper handling can lead to serious health risks or catastrophic events. Adhering to safety standards ensures that your industrial vacuum cleaner is equipped to handle specific hazards, protecting both your workforce and your facility.These standards are essential to ensure the safe operation of the equipment and the protection of users.

Two Key Safety Standards and Regulations

1. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a key regulatory body in the United States dedicated to ensuring safe and healthy working conditions. OSHA sets and enforces standards that protect workers from a wide range of hazards, including those associated with industrial dust vacuums.OSHA Standards Relevant to Industrial Vacuum Cleaners as in these 2 aspects,

---OSHA 1910.94 (Ventilation)

• This standard addresses the requirements for ventilation in industrial settings. It includes provisions for local exhaust ventilation systems, which can involve the use of industrial vacuum cleaners to control airborne contaminants such as dust, fumes, and vapors.
• Ensuring your vacuum cleaner system complies with OSHA 1910.94 can help improve air quality and reduce the risk of respiratory issues among workers. Bersi B1000, B2000 industrial air scrubbers are developed to meet this standard.

---OSHA 1910.1000 (Air Contaminants)

• OSHA 1910.1000 sets permissible exposure limits (PELs) for various airborne contaminants in the workplace. Industrial vacuum cleaners play a significant role in maintaining these limits by effectively capturing and containing harmful substances.
• Compliance with this standard is critical for protecting workers from exposure to hazardous substances, such as silica dust, lead, and asbestos. Our concrete dust extractor with 2-stage filtration all comply with this .

2. IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission)

The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) sets global standards for electrical and electronic technologies. IEC 60335-2-69 is a critical standard from the IEC that specifies safety requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners, including those used in commercial and industrial environments. This standard ensures that industrial vacuum cleaners are safe to use and operate efficiently, minimizing risks to users and facilities.

Compliance with IEC 60335-2-69 involves rigorous testing procedures to ensure that industrial vacuum cleaners meet all safety requirements. These tests include:

• Electrical Tests: To check for insulation resistance, leakage current, and over current protection.
• Mechanical Tests: To assess durability, impact resistance, and protection from moving parts.
• Thermal Tests: To evaluate the effectiveness of temperature control mechanisms and heat resistance.
• Ingress Protection Tests: To determine the vacuum cleaner's resistance to dust and moisture.
• Filtration Tests: To measure the efficiency of dust containment and filtration systems.

Our  HEPA dust extractor obtained the certification according to IEC 60335-2-69,such as model TS1000,TS2000,TS3000,AC22,AC32 and AC150H.