Fine particles generated when plastics and rubber are processed can create combustible dust hazards. Grinding, material transfer and collection bring the material into different environments, so protection thinking needs to follow the complete handling route.
Polymer production · Compounding · Reprocessing
Typical processes
- Grinding & granulation
- Material transfer
- Filters & collectors
Protection priorities
Consider the combustibility of the actual material, potential ignition sources and the connections between processing and collection equipment.
Protection review
What we assess.
Granulation & dust generation
Review the actual polymer, additives and fine material produced during processing.
Material transfer
Map the routes linking processing machinery, transfer equipment and storage.
Filters & collection
Review connected extraction and collection equipment alongside process heat and ignition sources.
Useful information for your project discussion.
- The actual polymer, additives and generated dust
- Granulation, transfer and collection connections
- Ignition sources, process heat and operating conditions