Challenge: Patrick Terminals, a cargo loading facility, faced excessive dust generation during grain loading operations. This dust significantly reduced visibility for workers and drivers, posing safety and logistical concerns. While permanent dust suppression systems were being installed, a temporary solution was needed to maintain ongoing operations.

BlastOne Solution: Our team identified a 20,000 CFM dust collector as the ideal solution to effectively remove airborne dust escaping from the open cargo hold of the ship. While the rental cost for the six-week period was the primary project expense, the benefits far outweighed the initial investment.

BlastOne recommended a large enough dust collector to remove airbourne dust from escaping the cargo ship’s open hold. The greatest cost was the rental of a 20,000cfm machine for a six week period.

To tackle the dust issue, BlastOne deployed a multi-pronged approach. First, a powerful 20,000 CFM dust collector was strategically placed on the deck of the cargo ship. Next, ducting was installed along the edge of the hold, creating an efficient pathway for capturing airborne dust particles. Finally, specially designed tarps were strategically positioned across the hold.