Demolition Dust Control | Dust Suppression

When an industrial demolition is necessary, contractors have a protocol to control the significant amount of dust generated during the job.

There are local and county ordinances, and some state requirements for demolition dust control on any site. Some regulations are site specific, so it’s important to know what environmental rules exist in your area. Even where no regulatory requirements may appear to exist, some permits or contracts may include provisions that require specific control measures for dust generated during demolition projects.

Demolition dust control is a serious concern, especially for people who may be sensitive or vulnerable dust as an allergen. Depending on the type of job site, it’s also possible that demolition dust could contain harmful amounts of lead. The dust from demolition operations can pose a number of other health hazards and safety risks. If there are no strict controls on site, people who inhale uncontrolled demolition dust particles can experience irritated airways, asthma flare-ups and other lung conditions.

Dust suppression is a crucial step when managing a demolition project, and there is a piece of equipment specifically designed to handle dust suppression. A dust suppression cannon is one of the best ways to handle demolition dust control.

Wetting surfaces with hoses and sprinklers is the best way to suppress dust. When materials are broken and dry surfaces become exposed, pools of standing water and mud create environmental issues. The best course of action is to use dust suppression cannons, which launch an atomized spray of water from a high-velocity fan.

The dust suppression cannon sprays miniscule water droplets, about 50-200 microns in size, collide with airborne dust particles, driving them to the ground, simultaneously wetting surfaces as the droplets fall.

No matter the size of your project, demolition dust control will most likely be a factor. Consider the contractors you hire – be sure they have a dust suppression cannon on hand to help control the dust from your demolition. As NJ excavating contractors, we have spent years supporting demolition projects in the local area. Our team has direct expertise in demolition and we’re happy to provide them to our customers. Contact us today for more information on how we can assist you with demolition dust control.