Product information
The Thames Valley District School Board sought to improve air quality and safety standards in their woodshop facilities. School woodshops generate considerable dust and particulates, which, without efficient collection, pose health risks to students and staff and can reduce visibility and efficiency in the workspace.
Dealer: HTS Ontario
Product: Maxivibe, Shaker Type Dust Collectors
Model: AMV-700
Application: Woodshop
Customer: Thames Valley District School Board
Installer: Culliton Inc managed the installation, integrating the AMV-700 into the existing
ductwork of the woodshop. The duct-mounted pressure sensor was carefully
calibrated to trigger the dust collector precisely when dust levels rise,
ensuring that the system runs efficiently without manual intervention.
Installation date: 09/09/2024
Challenges
The main challenge was to design and implement a dust collection system that could effectively handle the fluctuating dust loads typical in a school setting. High dust levels are often produced in short bursts due to varied use, meaning a traditional, continuously operating system would not be energy efficient. Furthermore, the solution needed to be easy to maintain, cost-effective, and compliant with safety standards applicable to educational institutions.
AQC’S Solution
AQC proposed the Maxivibe AMV-700, a shaker-type dust collector with a demand-based system using a duct-mounted pressure sensor. This configuration offers several key advantages:
- Demand-Based Operation: The system responds to dust accumulation by monitoring duct pressure. When dust levels exceed a certain threshold, the system activates to remove particulates, ensuring efficient dust collection only, when necessary, thereby conserving energy.
- Cost Efficiency and Energy Conservation: By operating based on need rather than continuously, the AMV-700 minimizes operational costs, aligning with the budgetary constraints typical in school districts.
- Improved Air Quality and Safety: The AMV-700 ensures that air quality remains high, reducing airborne dust to safe levels for both students and staff, promoting a healthier learning and working environment.
Results
Since the installation, the Thames Valley District School Board has reported significant improvements in the air quality within their woodshop facilities. The demand-based system has minimized energy costs while maintaining a consistently clean environment, aligning with the district’s goals of providing safe and healthy spaces for students and staff. The AMV-700’s low-maintenance shaker design has proven especially advantageous, requiring only occasional cleaning to maintain peak performance.