With their superior throw and large mist barrier, tower systems deliver outstanding dust suppression. Towers provide appropriate, focused coverage for dust-generating spots as well as large areas that require continuous dust suppression. Towers can considerably increase the reach of the atomized misting plume and produce a ceiling that traps escaping dust. Tower mounts make it simple to eliminate dust concerns by employing a variety of dust management strategies. This means that your site can be paired with dust control equipment that has the right amount of power and the right amount of coverage to combat e dust. Dust suppression measures are a major investment. Some methods, like using hoses and sprinklers, may seem cheap at first, but they ultimately result in higher costs in terms of water usage and labor.
Here are some factors to consider when determining whether tower systems will work for your business.
Project size and scale
The reach of a fog cannon should match the size of the working area on your construction site. Some companies, for instance, employ a single excavator to take down a building and a front loader to help in removal. This may only require a single medium-sized fog cannon, depending on how much dust the construction produces.
Use and availability of water
Since hydrants occasionally need to be left empty in case of fire, access to them may be restricted or nonexistent. The placement of long stretches of hose is risky because vehicles’ tires and tracks could easily run over them. As the length of the hose increases, the pressure at the nozzles decreases, resulting in a reduced reach. Regardless, hydrants deliver water to hoses at a rate of 75–100 GPM, which can cause significant pooling and runoff and thus violate some permits. Further, a different pump may be needed if non-potable water is used because it can clog nozzles and hoses.
Power source
It’s crucial to have a dedicated power supply for specific pieces of machinery, especially in areas where getting enough electricity is a challenge. Some cannons have their power supplies on the same trailer. Investing in a dust suppression system and other remedies may be necessary. Although using a hose or sprinkler might appear cheap at first, they wind up costing more due to the time and water required to maintain them.
Environment and location
When using clamps or hydraulic hammers, high-reach excavators kick up dust that can drift for miles. Buildings can create wind tunnels that can take the dust even further. Wide open landscapes with no obstructions and urban environments both suffer from the effects of the wind. When deciding where to put machinery, the landscape must also be considered, therefore, adaptability and portability are essential features.
The amount of labor and maintenance the dust control solution requires
In most cases, additional man hours are needed to operate hoses, sprinklers, and tanker trucks. When it comes to tower units, they are set up, powered on, and left alone. Most tower system versions come with a remote control that allows for convenient operation from the cabin of the vehicle or even from a safe distance. Due to their high standard of quality, many of the original dust suppression systems are still in use today.
Although the tower systems already come with a basic mount, you can have the equipment modified so that it works better for your purposes on the construction site. While there are similarities between the various mounts, each has its unique set of advantages.
