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Our Certified Explosion-Proof Vacuums are OSHA Compliant to Safely Clean for the Paper & Pulp Industry

Pulp and paper mills traditionally produce significant amounts of dust as well as combustible dust particles. Many customers in the paper and pulp industry have been reporting increased OSHA attention, greatly reduce the risk of fire and health hazards by implementing good housekeeping practices. Some paper and pulp facilities, especially those that process chemically treated paper, may be required to use an explosion proof vacuum cleaner.

Fully Customizable

Recommended Configuration:

Our Explosion-Proof ATEX Certified Vacuum is OSHA-Compliant to Protect your Oil, Gas or Sludge business from Housekeeping fines

Fully Customizable

Recommended Configuration:

Our Explosion-Proof ATEX Certified Vacuum is OSHA-Compliant to Protect your Oil, Gas or Sludge business from Housekeeping fines

Powerful Venturi - Available in 48 CFM, 85 CFM, and 185 CFM

Additional Specs & Benefits

  • 30 or 55 Gallon Steel Drum
  • Cleans Combustible Materials, Fine Dust, Paper Shavings and Liquids
  • OSHA and NFPA Compliant
  • Grounded Tools
  • Anti Static Air Line
  • Minimize Risk in Flammable Spaces
  • Anti Static Hose
  • HEPA Filter for Fine Dust
  • Customize to your Air Compressor - no electric motor required
Certified Explosion Proof Vaccum - EXLR-T Model

EXLR-T

Osha's Best Friend

Starting At

$3,010.00

Included

  • Air Supply: 85 CFM
  • Drum: 55 Gallon
  • Hose Diameter: 1 1/2"
  • Overhead Extension Kit: 4.5'
  • S'HUSH Silencer: 77 dB
  • Jack Tool Rack
Configure and Buy

Powerful Venturi - Available in 48 CFM, 85 CFM, and 185 CFM

Additional Specs & Benefits

  • 30 or 55 Gallon Steel Drum
  • Cleans Combustible Materials, Fine Dust, Paper Shavings and Liquids
  • OSHA and NFPA Compliant
  • Grounded Tools
  • Anti Static Air Line
  • Minimize Risk in Flammable Spaces
  • Anti Static Hose
  • HEPA Filter for Fine Dust
  • Customize to your Air Compressor - no electric motor required

Why use HafcoVac Cleaning Solutions for Paper and Pulp?

ATEX Certified For Paper

The ATEX EX Series is ATEX Certified for combustible dust in use in Class 1, Division 2, Group A, B, C & D T6 and Class 2, Division 2, Groups E, F, G. They are ATEX-Approved (EX) for zones 1, 2, 21 and 22.

HEPA Air Filtration And Liquid Shutoff (Wet & Dry)

The ATEX EX Series comes with a HEPA Certified Filter System and a Filter Bag that is 99.97% efficient at preventing fine dust material from entering the air.

Increase Fire Safety

The ATEX EX series is compliant with National Fire Protection Agency guidelines 484, 652-654 and OSHA housekeeping codes.

paper and pulp housekeeping

Paper & Pulp Housekeeping FAQ

Paper poses a health risk and an explosion risk when particles become airborne in combustible environments. Plus, code violations can be costly and life-threatening. Learn more about why a HafcoVac is the right fit for you.

paper and pulp housekeeping

Are HAFCOVAC's made for the paper and pulp industry?

Yes. Industrial vacuums are the most efficient tools to clean paper processing mills and equipment. They can safely store paper dust, shavings and cardboard debris free of electric motor burnout or shock.

Why is housekeeping necessary for the paper and pulp working industry?

Paper dust and other debris will always be present in the manufacturing process. If unkept, this dust can result in OSHA fines and health code violations. Worse, combustible dust can result in fires and explosions that cause a lot of damage.

Can HAFCOVAC's control combustible paper dust?

HafcoVac Explosion Proof ATEX EX Series Vacuums are non-explosive in and of themselves. They are safe for use as part of a combustible dust control program suitable for paper and many other flammable materials. They are OSHA and NFPA compliant.

Why is housekeeping regulated in the paper and pulp industry?

According to a Center for Public Integrity analysis cited by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and the U.S. Chemical Safety Board, more than 450 accidents involving combustible dust have killed nearly 130 workers and injured another 800+ since 1980. These accidents were caused by a variety of dust sources including sugar, nylon fiber, coal, iron, plastic and paper.

Do I need a certified vacuum for paper applications?

Most likely, yes. Certified means approved for combustible materials. Paper is highly flammable and airborne posing increased risk for combustion.

The HafcoVac ATEX EX Series is our certified and most popular pneumatic vacuum to accommodate all paper materials. A pre-installed HEPA filter in every ATEX model prevents paper dust from becoming airborne during processes like shredding and recycling. The fully grounded unit is perfect to dispel static electricity buildup. The pre-installed S’HUSH Silencer reduces noise to 77dB.

Same Day Shipping

Quick shipping! Most models in stock for immediate shipment. Configure and ship within 1 business day.

Lifetime Warranty

With no moving parts to wear out, you will never burn out an electric motor, no matter how harsh your application or environment.

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Certifications

NRTL

NRTL Listed

Explosion-Proof

ATEX Certified Explosion Proof

OSHA

OSHA Compliant Certified

NFPA

NFPA Certified

Comdust

Comdust Certified

Wet and Dry Use

Wet & Dry Use

Anti Static Explosion Proof

Anti Static Explosion Proof

USA

Made In The USA

The

Hafcovac Advantage

Intrinsically Safe
Our explosion-proof pneumatic vacuums:

Contain No Moving Parts
By containing no moving parts, our vacuums eliminate the possibility of ignition from mechanical friction or contact.

Are Fully Grounded
Explosion-proof vacuum configurations are fully grounded, ensuring dangerous static electricity will not accumulate.

Use No Electricity
Eliminates sparks from motor arcing, shorts, switches, etc.