THE PROBLEM Abrasive blast equipment operation continued to be a problem for a pipe manufacturer in Arkansas. The company produces pipe for water, gas, oil, and other industrial markets. They use abrasive blast cabinets in their production to clean the metal surfaces. Round steel shot is the abrasive blast media. However, this fugitive material accumulated in the facility. Their existing dust collector was also pulling it up into the ductwork. As a result, the weight strained the duct. Further, the company required a system to handle multiple capture points on equipment like bucket elevators and hoppers. They needed to replace the existing dust collector. Initially, they received quotes from other companies who told them they needed a 9,000 CFM system. Unconvinced, the company chose to co

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