{"id":124580,"date":"2025-07-24T14:47:54","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T12:47:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.depureco.com\/?page_id=124580"},"modified":"2025-12-22T13:35:41","modified_gmt":"2025-12-22T12:35:41","slug":"suction-of-combustible-explosive-dust","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.depureco.com\/en\/what-to-vacuum\/suction-of-combustible-explosive-dust\/","title":{"rendered":"Suction of combustible and explosive dust"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- template hero con image bg (l'imaggine vengono tagliate) - usato per landing page fatte a mano da backend -->\n\n\n\t\n\t\t<div id=\"block_b12df1991199e5871ef8eec1ad09b49b\" class=\"_hero-img-bg _hero flex-wrap _layer-wrap bg-black isdark _layer-wrap \">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_layer-visual relative lg:absolute left-auto right-0 w-full lg:w-1\/2 h-75vw lg:h-full\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"auto\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Combustible-dust.jpg?fit=800%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"hero\" class=\"_layer-bg\" style=\"display:none;\" fetchpriority=\"high\" \/>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_layer-bg  \" style='background-image: url(\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Combustible-dust.jpg?fit=800%2C800&#038;ssl=1\");'><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_layer-filter \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Content child non previsto -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_layer-content _main-section w-full lg:py-24 lg:h-auto order-1 flex items-center\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Content child mixed html php etc-->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-columns w-full\"><div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 lg:col-span-6\"><h1 class=\"_title fs-h1 break-words mb-6\">Suction of combustible and explosive dust<\/h1><span class=\"block mt-4 mb-0 h4 lh-13 max-w-48ch\">Complete Guide to Managing Explosive Dust in Industrial Environments<\/span><div class=\"max-w-48ch mt-2 mb-0\"><p>The topic of combustible dusts in the workplace is of paramount importance for worker safety and accident prevention. This article will review the characteristics of combustible dusts, how to prevent explosions, and how to identify and control the explosion potential of dusts.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"_cta mt-8\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"#contatti\"  >Request information<\/a> <\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12\">\n\t<span class=\"block py-1\">&nbsp;<\/span>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide explores all the key aspects of industrial explosive dust extraction: from choosing the right extraction system, to classifying hazardous zones, all the way to neutralization technologies such as inertization or wet collection. Below is the complete index to help you navigate the contents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#identificare\">Identifying combustible dust<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#dove\">Where is combustible dust usually found?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#come\">How to properly manage combustible dust in an industrial environment?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#aspiratore\">How to choose the right industrial vacuum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#caratteristiche\">Which features should be considered when selecting industrial vacuum cleaners?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#meglio\">Is it better to collect or neutralize combustible dust?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#esplosione\">How does a dust explosion ignite?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#norme\">Regulatory framework<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"identificare\" class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-identifying-combustible-dust\"><strong>Identifying combustible dust<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Combustible dust is a hazard that can cause fires, explosions, and loss of life if not properly managed. The first step to mitigate the risk is to know and analyze the dust, which must be assessed in terms of its explosibility and classification. Understanding the parameters of the dust being handled is essential to eliminate ignition sources and limit the effects of explosions, minimizing injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some key indicators used to assess the hazards of flammable dust:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Kst:<\/strong>&nbsp;measures how destructive a given dust can be once an explosion occurs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pmax:<\/strong>&nbsp;indicates the maximum pressure developed during an explosion inside a closed vessel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>LOC:<\/strong>&nbsp;defines the maximum oxygen concentration at which dust cannot ignite under ambient temperature and pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MEC:<\/strong>&nbsp;determines the minimum concentration of dust required for ignition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MIE:<\/strong>&nbsp;indicates the minimum ignition energy needed to trigger a dust explosion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MIT:<\/strong>&nbsp;indicates the minimum temperature at which a hot surface will ignite either a dust cloud or a dust layer upon contact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kst and St, in particular, provide an indication of the overall severity of a potential explosion caused by combustible dust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t<span class=\"block py-1\">&nbsp;<\/span>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Dust explosion class<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Kst [bar\u22c5m\/s] with 10 kJ ignition<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Type of explosion<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">St 0<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">0<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">None<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">St 1<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&gt;0-200<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Weak<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">St 2<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&gt;200-300<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Strong<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">St 3<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&gt;300<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Very strong<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the nature of the dust has been defined, it becomes possible to carry out a complete risk assessment and create a prevention and cleaning plan that trains the personnel in charge of supervision and establishes specific management procedures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"dove\" class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-is-combustible-dust-usually-found\"><strong>Where is combustible dust usually found?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In reality, combustible dust is a hazard that is often underestimated in many industrial and production environments. Identifying the most common places where it occurs is essential to ensure safety and prevention across various industries. Below we explore in detail the main contexts in which it is present:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Food industry (flour, grains, sugars):<\/strong>&nbsp;Easily flammable organic particles, such as those produced during grain milling or sugar refining.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wood and metal (sawdust, chips, grinding dust):<\/strong>&nbsp;Finely divided materials generated by mechanical processing, with a high risk of combustion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chemical and pharmaceutical (micronized compounds):<\/strong>&nbsp;Very fine powders of chemical substances, often unstable, that can easily react and cause fires or explosions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plastics, rubber, paper (cutting and extrusion residues):<\/strong>&nbsp;Fragments resulting from industrial processing of synthetic and cellulosic materials, easily flammable in the presence of sparks or heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Innovative sectors (batteries, 3D printing, recycling, aerospace):<\/strong>&nbsp;Metallic and polymeric dusts generated during processing or recycling phases, highly reactive and potentially explosive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"come\" class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-properly-manage-combustible-dust-in-an-industrial-environment\"><strong>How to properly manage combustible dust in an industrial environment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For effective and safe management of combustible dust, it is necessary to adopt precise cleaning procedures and use specific equipment. Among the safest options is the use of certified industrial vacuum cleaners, specifically designed to collect dust safely without dispersing it into the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some recommended best practices:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Plan regular cleaning schedules<\/strong>&nbsp;to prevent significant accumulations of combustible dust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use certified industrial vacuum cleaners<\/strong>&nbsp;to safely collect combustible dust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Frequently clean floors and horizontal surfaces,<\/strong>&nbsp;such as ducts, pipes, hoods, ledges, and beams, to prevent dust buildup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoid cleaning methods that generate dust clouds,<\/strong>&nbsp;such as using compressed air for blowing, especially in the presence of potential ignition sources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Keep operational environments consistently clean,<\/strong>&nbsp;ensuring that dust layers do not exceed approximately 1 millimeter in thickness (about the thickness of a paper clip).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Always check that electrical devices used in dusty environments<\/strong>&nbsp;(e.g., sweepers and vacuums) comply with the specific risk classification of the operational area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\"_main-section  bg-gray-200 \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center col-span-12 md:col-span-6\"><figure id=\"media-94995\" class=\"wp-editor \"   data-url=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ENG_Schema-ACD.png?fit=2322%2C1893&#038;ssl=1\" data-size=\"2322x1893\" ><img decoding=\"auto\" class=\"_no-translate \" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ENG_Schema-ACD.png?fit=640%2C522&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ENG_Schema-ACD.png?fit=640%2C522&#038;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ENG_Schema-ACD.png?fit=1280%2C1044&#038;ssl=1 1280w, \" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 640px, 100vw\" alt=\"Acd Vacuum Cleaners\" title=\"Acd Vacuum Cleaners\" style=\"\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"  fetchpriority=\"low\" \/> <figcaption class=\"image-caption block hidden\">Acd Vacuum Cleaners<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center col-span-12 md:col-span-6\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-choose-the-right-industrial-vacuums\">How to choose the right Industrial Vacuums<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In presence of combustible dust, the choice of the correct Atex or ACD certified Industrial Vacuum depends on the work area (whether or not it requires Atex certification) and the type of dust to be removed. Depureco has developed safe solutions for all kinds of work situations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-6\"><figure id=\"media-95369\" class=\"wp-editor \"   data-url=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ACD-vacuums.png?fit=600%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" data-size=\"600x300\" ><img decoding=\"auto\" class=\"_no-translate \" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ACD-vacuums.png?fit=600%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ACD-vacuums.png?resize=600%2C300&#038;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ACD-vacuums.png?fit=600%2C300&#038;ssl=1 1280w, \" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 640px, 100vw\" alt=\"ACD vacuums\" title=\"ACD vacuums\" style=\"\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"  fetchpriority=\"low\" \/> <figcaption class=\"image-caption block hidden\">ACD vacuums<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-acd-classified-vacuum-cleaners\">ACD CLASSIFIED VACUUM CLEANERS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">ACD vacuums, designed and manufactured according to IEC 60335-2-69:2021, safely collect combustible dust when ATEX certification is not required. Ideal for small bakeries or companies handling materials such as flour, wheat, sugar, lactose and the like, they offer a safe solution in unclassified areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t\t<div  class=\"_action-link  text-center\">\n\n\t\t\t<a class=\"button    \" href=\"https:\/\/www.depureco.com\/en\/atex-acd-vacuum-cleaners\/#main-acd\"  ><div class=\"_text-wrap \"><span class=\"title \">Learn about ACD vacuums<\/span><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t<span class=\"block py-1\">&nbsp;<\/span>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio  is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper video-seo-youtube-embed-wrapper\"><div class=\"video-seo-youtube-player\" data-id=\"21BK_lWLA1M\"><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-6\"><figure id=\"media-95375\" class=\"wp-editor \"   data-url=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Atex-vacuums.png?fit=600%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" data-size=\"600x300\" ><img decoding=\"auto\" class=\"_no-translate \" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Atex-vacuums.png?fit=600%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Atex-vacuums.png?resize=600%2C300&#038;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Atex-vacuums.png?fit=600%2C300&#038;ssl=1 1280w, \" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 640px, 100vw\" alt=\"Atex vacuums\" title=\"Atex vacuums\" style=\"\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"  fetchpriority=\"low\" \/> <figcaption class=\"image-caption block hidden\">Atex vacuums<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-atex-certified-vacuum-cleaners\">ATEX CERTIFIED VACUUM CLEANERS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Atex Industrial Vacuums, designed and manufactured according to the latest <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.depureco.com\/en\/new-atex-standard-173482022\/\">UNI EN 17348:2022 safety standards,<\/a><\/strong> enable the vacuuming of even combustible dust within areas requiring certified equipment, in accordance with EU Directive 2014\/34.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t\t<div  class=\"_action-link  text-center\">\n\n\t\t\t<a class=\"button    \" href=\"https:\/\/www.depureco.com\/en\/atex-acd-vacuum-cleaners\/#12d\"  ><div class=\"_text-wrap \"><span class=\"title \">Learn about Atex vacuums<\/span><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t<span class=\"block py-1\">&nbsp;<\/span>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio  is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper video-seo-youtube-embed-wrapper\"><div class=\"video-seo-youtube-player\" data-id=\"i9E9iqrYQaU\"><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"caratteristiche\" class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-features-should-be-considered-when-selecting-industrial-vacuums\"><strong>Which features should be considered when selecting Industrial Vacuums?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li>How many dust filtration stages does the vacuum cleaner have?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Are the filters antistatic and grounded?<\/strong>&nbsp;It is mandatory to use antistatic filters that are fully grounded to prevent sparks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is it powerful enough?<\/strong>&nbsp;The motor must guarantee an adequate airflow, maintaining at least 20 m\/s for effective dust removal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Are the components and motors ATEX certified?<\/strong>&nbsp;All electrical elements must bear ATEX marking and have the proper IP protection rating to operate in ATEX zones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Does the supplier provide regular maintenance?<\/strong>&nbsp;Maintenance in ATEX areas must be carried out at least annually to preserve certification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For which zone is the equipment approved?<\/strong>&nbsp;Check markings to ensure compatibility with the specific environment: ATEX, ACD, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Are the accessories suitable for use with combustible dust?<\/strong>&nbsp;Make sure that all accessories are also certified to ensure complete safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is the electrical plug compliant?<\/strong>&nbsp;Only use plugs designed and certified for work with dust, avoiding extension cords.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>COT \u2013 Continuous Operating Temperature:<\/strong>&nbsp;The continuous operating temperature must be adequate to prevent overheating of the motor and non-metallic materials, ensuring safety even in the worst-case scenario.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is it designed to prevent sparks from friction?<\/strong>&nbsp;The vacuum cleaner must include specific features, such as brass deflectors at the suction inlet and radial inlets, to reduce the risk of sparks caused by friction or mechanical impact.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\"_main-section  bg-gray-200 \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-product-selection-guide\">Product selection guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-4\"><figure id=\"media-94642\" class=\"wp-editor \"   data-url=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.png?fit=800%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" data-size=\"800x800\" ><img decoding=\"auto\" class=\"_no-translate \" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.png?fit=640%2C640&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.png?fit=640%2C640&#038;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.png?fit=800%2C800&#038;ssl=1 1280w, \" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 640px, 100vw\" alt=\"1\" title=\"1\" style=\"\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"  fetchpriority=\"low\" \/> <figcaption class=\"image-caption block hidden\">1<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Combustible dusts in ordinary areas (not classified Atex)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ACD Vacuum<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-4\"><figure id=\"media-94648\" class=\"wp-editor \"   data-url=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.png?fit=800%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" data-size=\"800x800\" ><img decoding=\"auto\" class=\"_no-translate \" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.png?fit=640%2C640&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.png?fit=640%2C640&#038;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.png?fit=800%2C800&#038;ssl=1 1280w, \" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 640px, 100vw\" alt=\"2\" title=\"2\" style=\"\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"  fetchpriority=\"low\" \/> <figcaption class=\"image-caption block hidden\">2<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Combustible dusts in Atex zones with vacuum cleaner in ordinary zone (not classified as Atex)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ACD Vacuum<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-4\"><figure id=\"media-94654\" class=\"wp-editor \"   data-url=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.png?fit=800%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" data-size=\"800x800\" ><img decoding=\"auto\" class=\"_no-translate \" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.png?fit=640%2C640&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.png?fit=640%2C640&#038;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.png?fit=800%2C800&#038;ssl=1 1280w, \" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 640px, 100vw\" alt=\"3\" title=\"3\" style=\"\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"  fetchpriority=\"low\" \/> <figcaption class=\"image-caption block hidden\">3<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Combustible or non-combustible dusts in Atex zones<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ATEX vacuum<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"meglio\" class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-it-better-to-collect-or-neutralize-combustible-dust\"><strong>Is it better to collect or neutralize combustible dust?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The choice between collecting or neutralizing combustible dust depends mainly on the final goal: <strong>if the objective is to recover the material for reuse, collecting is preferable; if the priority is eliminating risks, neutralization is the safer option.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-6\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-maximum-safety-in-containing-combustible-dust-internal-certification-of-the-vacuum-cleaner\"><strong>Maximum safety in containing combustible dust: internal certification of the vacuum cleaner<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vacuuming combustible dust creates a hazardous zone inside the vacuum cleaner. <strong>Certification as an internal Zone 20<\/strong> indicates that the inside of the vacuum complies with ATEX regulations for atmospheres with continuous or frequent presence of combustible dust. This certification ensures that all internal parts of the vacuum \u2013 including filters, motor, and collection chamber \u2013 are designed to prevent ignition and contain possible explosions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t<span class=\"block py-1\">&nbsp;<\/span>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio  is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper video-seo-youtube-embed-wrapper\"><div class=\"video-seo-youtube-player\" data-id=\"i9E9iqrYQaU\"><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-6\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-neutralization-of-combustible-dust-inert-liquid-bath-system\"><strong>Neutralization of combustible dust: inert liquid bath system<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An <strong>inert liquid bath system<\/strong> neutralizes combustible dust by submerging it directly in a non-flammable liquid, such as mineral oil or treated water. This method prevents the accumulation of electrostatic charges, suppresses fine dust suspended in the air, and physically isolates the material from oxygen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t<span class=\"block py-1\">&nbsp;<\/span>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio  is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper video-seo-youtube-embed-wrapper\"><div class=\"video-seo-youtube-player\" data-id=\"PKQsyVvbDAg\"><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12\">\n\t\t<div  class=\"_action-link  text-left\">\n\n\t\t\t<a class=\"button  w-full  \" href=\"#contatti\"  ><div class=\"_text-wrap \"><span class=\"title \">Request a consultation<\/span><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-6\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-is-a-dust-explosion-triggered\">How is a dust explosion triggered?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Combustible dust explosion is triggered when all factors of the explosion pentagon are present simultaneously: combustible, oxygen, ignition source, fuel dispersion and confinement. To avoid accidental explosions, it is essential to take proper precautions in handling, storing and processing combustible materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Combustible is a substance that can burn and react with oxygen, generating energy. Combustible dusts are fine, dry particles that can burn rapidly when exposed to the ignition source. Oxygen is a gas that fuels the combustion of the fuel, increasing the temperature and pressure within the system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ignition source can be an external energy, such as a spark or flame, that comes into contact with the combustible dust. Once combustion begins, the dust particles heat up, producing hot gases and expanding rapidly. This combustion process is known as deflagration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fuel dispersion is another important factor in triggering the explosion. When combustible dust particles are dispersed in the air, a mixture of fuel and oxygen is created that can be easily ignited by the ignition source.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The confinement of the fuel-oxygen mixture is a critical factor that can amplify the effect of the explosion. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-6\"><figure id=\"media-95458\" class=\"wp-editor text-center \"   data-url=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pentagon-Explosion_ENG.png?fit=2078%2C2009&#038;ssl=1\" data-size=\"2078x2009\" ><img decoding=\"auto\" class=\"_no-translate \" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pentagon-Explosion_ENG.png?fit=640%2C619&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pentagon-Explosion_ENG.png?fit=640%2C619&#038;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.depureco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pentagon-Explosion_ENG.png?fit=1280%2C1237&#038;ssl=1 1280w, \" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 640px, 100vw\" alt=\"Pentagon Explosion_ENG\" title=\"Pentagon Explosion_ENG\" style=\"\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"  fetchpriority=\"low\" \/> <figcaption class=\"image-caption block hidden\">Pentagon Explosion_ENG<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"norme\" class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-regulatory-framework\"><strong>Regulatory framework<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-4\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-iec-60335-2-69-aa-2021\">IEC 60335-2-69 AA:2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The IEC 60335-2-69 AA:2021 standard defines specific requirements for machines used in the management of hazardous dust in environments without explosive atmospheres (non-classified areas). With the introduction of ACD-class vacuum cleaners in the 2021 version of the standard, it addresses applications where combustible dust must be collected in non-classified zones, establishing essential design requirements that increase safety levels while reducing effort and associated costs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-4\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-en-62784-2018\">EN 62784:2018<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The EN 62784:2018 standard defines particular requirements for industrial vacuum cleaners and extraction systems with Equipment Protection Level (EPL) Dc, specifically designed to collect combustible dust in environments classified as Zone 22. Around 90% of the explosion-proof industrial vacuum market requires EPL Dc equipment, since Zone 22 represents the most common operational condition. Compliance for operation in Zone 22 and safe management of combustible dust inside the equipment is ensured by a risk assessment carried out by the manufacturer according to IEC 60079-xx standards.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-4\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-en-17348-2022\">EN 17348:2022<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The EN 17348:2022 standard establishes the design and testing requirements for industrial vacuum cleaners intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. It introduces specific markings for the internal and external parts of the equipment, distinguishing between Dry Type, Wet Type, and Liquid Collector systems. The main updates include filtration systems that are adequate to guarantee the level of protection required by safety requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"faq\" class=\"_main-section  bg-gray-100 lg:py-36 \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-10 md:col-start-2\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-span-12 md:col-span-10 md:col-start-2\">\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\" flex flex-col gap-16 \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\" \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"_faq \">\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">What is meant by Combustible Dust?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A combustible dust is a collection of finely divided solid particles that, when dispersed in air at sufficient concentrations and in the presence of an ignition source, can ignite and cause an explosion.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">Are dust explosion risks always obvious?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, the risk is often hidden. Materials that seem harmless in solid form (like aluminum, flour, or wood) become dangerous when turned into fine dust, which can accumulate and create an explosive atmosphere.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">Are flour and sugar considered combustible dusts?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, they are classified as high-risk combustible dusts. The food industry is one of the most affected sectors by explosions caused by organic dusts such as flour, sugar, cocoa, starches, and spices.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">Which are the most hazardous dusts? Is there a list?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no single official list, but the main categories include: food dusts (flour, sugar), wood, metals (aluminum, magnesium), chemicals, plastics, and coal. Almost any organic material can produce combustible dust.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">What causes a dust explosion?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A dust explosion requires the simultaneous presence of five elements (the &#8220;explosion pentagon&#8221;): 1. Fuel (dust), 2. Oxidizer (oxygen), 3. Ignition source (spark or heat), 4. Dispersion (dust suspended in air), 5. Confinement (an enclosed space).<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">Is it important to control and ground static electricity?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, it is essential. Electrostatic discharges (ESD) are one of the main causes of ignition in dust explosions. All machinery and equipment, including vacuum cleaners, must be properly grounded to safely dissipate static charges.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">Is it better to vacuum or blow dust with compressed air?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cleaning must be carried out regularly using only certified vacuum systems (ATEX or ACD). The use of compressed air is strictly forbidden, as it disperses dust and creates ideal conditions for an explosion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">Better a vacuum or a scrubber dryer to handle combustible dust?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scrubber dryer (wet method) is great for floors as it suppresses dust and prevents cloud formation, but the vacuum offers greater working efficiency, cleaning more thoroughly and in harder-to-reach areas. A facility\u2019s risk analysis will help identify the right solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">Is specific training required for personnel operating in ATEX zones?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, it is a legal requirement (in Italy, Legislative Decree 81\/08). Workers must receive specific training on risks, safety procedures, proper use of ATEX equipment, and emergency measures.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">Quali sono le caratteristiche tecniche di aspiratori ATEX e ACD?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entrambi devono avere:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li>Parti a contatto con la polvere in materiali statico-dissipativi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Messa a terra completa dell&#8217;intera struttura.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motore di tipo &#8220;bypass&#8221; per separare il flusso d&#8217;aria.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uscita dell&#8217;aria progettata per non sollevare polvere.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Solo gli aspiratori ATEX hanno:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li>Componenti elettrici esterni (spina, interruttori) marcati ATEX.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ruote antistatiche.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Componenti non elettrici conformi a norme specifiche (EN 80079-36\/37).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grado di protezione IP pi\u00f9 elevato (IP5X o IP6X) e testato contro urti e invecchiamento.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">What is the difference between an ATEX certified vacuum and an ACD (Appliance for Combustible Dust)?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The difference lies in both construction and use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ATEX<\/strong>: Certified to operate safely within an area classified as explosion risk (Zone 20, 21, 22). Motors and components are certified for use in ATEX zones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ACD<\/strong>: Not certified for ATEX zones, but designed to safely vacuum combustible dust without exploding internally, in non-classified work areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">If a vacuum is &#8220;explosion-proof&#8221;, does that mean it cannot explode?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. &#8220;Explosion-proof&#8221; (protection &#8216;Ex d&#8217;) means that its casing is robust enough to contain an internal explosion without allowing it to propagate outside. An ATEX vacuum is designed to prevent ignition, but safety also depends on correct use and maintenance.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">Why is an ATEX certified vacuum cleaner necessary?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A standard vacuum can generate ignition sources (motor sparks, electrostatic charges). An ATEX certified vacuum is designed and built to eliminate these ignition sources, allowing safe operation in areas classified as explosion risk zones.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">What are ATEX zones for dust?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dust explosion hazard areas are classified into zones:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Zone 20<\/strong>: Continuous or frequent risk of explosive atmosphere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zone 21<\/strong>: Occasional risk of explosive atmosphere during normal operation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zone 22<\/strong>: Unlikely but possible risk of explosive atmosphere for short durations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"_faq-wrap _accordion _free-mode border-t \" style=\"border-color: var(--color-dpc-gray-600);\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title-wrap _accordion-title-wrap flex items-center group transition-colors py-4 px-2\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-title flex-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"font-primary fs-h7 mb-0 cursor-pointer\">What is the ATEX directive?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_accordion-icon\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"_faq-content pt-4 pb-8 px-10 _accordion-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ATEX (ATmosph\u00e8res EXplosives) refers to two EU directives: 2014\/34\/EU, which defines the safety requirements for equipment used in potentially explosive areas, and 99\/92\/EC, which sets the obligations for employers to protect workers.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t    \n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\"_main-section  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In conclusion, the presence of combustible dust in a work environment should not be underestimated, as it poses a great risk to workers and the entire work environment. 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