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Plastics & Compounding
Clean Air Solutions for the Plastics Processing Industry
Plastics and compounding operations involve high temperatures, resins, additives, and complex material handling systems—all of which generate dust, fumes, and vapors that can threaten worker health, damage equipment, and violate environmental regulations.
AirPro designs industrial ventilation and pollution control systems specifically for plastics processing environments. From extrusion and blending to pelletizing and conveying, our engineered systems manage airborne particulates, off-gassing, and combustible dust with precision and reliability.
Air Quality Challenges in Plastics Manufacturing
Plastics facilities contend with a mix of dust, fumes, and volatile emissions across various production stages:
- Resin dust from pneumatic conveying, dumping, and silo transfers
- Fiberglass, carbon black, or talc particles used as fillers or reinforcements
- Additive and pigment dust with potential toxicity and explosion risk
- Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released during extrusion or molding
- Thermal decomposition fumes from overheated polymers
- Combustible dust hazards that pose fire and explosion risks
These airborne hazards can compromise product quality, reduce equipment life, and create health risks for workers.
AirPro Systems for Plastics Facilities
We offer custom solutions to handle the unique blend of dust, fumes, and vapors found in plastics manufacturing:
- Dust collectors with high-efficiency cartridge, bag, or pleated filters
- HEPA after-filters for ultra-fine particulate control
- Silo bin vents and central vacuum systems for resin transfer
- VOC control units, including activated carbon or thermal oxidation systems
- Explosion venting, suppression, and isolation systems
- Enclosed hoods and ductwork tailored to material flow and layout
Our systems are designed to minimize maintenance, lower operating costs, and ensure long-term regulatory compliance.
Process Applications We Serve
AirPro provides engineered air pollution control for a variety of plastics and compounding operations:
- Pneumatic conveying and silo venting
- Blending, mixing, and additive dosing stations
- Extrusion, injection molding, and thermoforming
- Pulverizing and milling of resins or recycled plastics
- Pelletizing, cutting, and cooling lines
- Bag dumping stations and bulk material handling
- Regrind operations and central vacuum systems
We design both source capture and ambient air filtration systems to suit your facility layout and production flow.
Combustible Dust & NFPA Compliance
Many plastic powders and additives—especially fine, dry materials—meet the criteria for combustible dust under NFPA 652 and NFPA 484. AirPro systems are designed with explosion protection, isolation, and containment features to comply with:
- OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910)
- NFPA 61, 652, and 654 for dust hazard mitigation
- ATEX requirements for international facilities
Our engineers evaluate the Kst values of your materials and ensure proper venting, suppression, or containment is built into every design.
- Decades of experience in plastics processing environments
- Deep knowledge of combustible dust, VOC control, and worker safety
- Custom systems built around your materials, equipment, and layout
- Integration with silo, hopper, and conveying systems
- Turnkey support: engineering, installation, commissioning, and service
Protect your people, processes, and production with clean air solutions built for the plastics industry.
Partner with AirPro for efficient, compliant, and dependable air pollution control.