Metal machining filtration systems reduce harmful airborne particles, improving worker health, maintaining equipment performance, and reducing maintenance costs. These systems promote compliance and operational efficiency.
Metal machining creates airborne contaminants like oil mist, smoke, and coolant particulate that can compromise air quality and worker health. Air Quality Engineering offers advanced mist and smoke collection systems specifically designed for metalworking applications, improving workplace safety, machine efficiency, and air cleanliness.
Air Quality Engineering’s metal machining solutions include high-efficiency mist collectors, modular designs for easy integration, and advanced filtration for smoke and coolant mist. These systems are engineered to support CNC, grinding, and other machining operations, optimizing air quality and supporting regulatory compliance in metalworking facilities.
Metal machining filtration systems reduce harmful airborne particles, improving worker health, maintaining equipment performance, and reducing maintenance costs. These systems promote compliance and operational efficiency.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Airflow | Variable up to 500 CFM |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 27.10″ x 14.00″ x 17.16″ |
| Inlet Opening | 16.62″ x 9.08″ |
| Weight | 58 lbs (installed); 69 lbs (shipping) |
| Primary Filter | Electronic collector cell |
| Efficiency | Up to 97.8% on submicron particles |
| Power Input | 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 2.5 A or 240 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 1.25 A |
| Features | Variable speed control, compact design, multiple mounting options |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Airflow | Variable up to 500 CFM |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 27.10″ x 14.00″ x 17.16″ |
| Inlet Opening | 16.62″ x 9.08″ |
| Weight | 58 lbs (installed); 69 lbs (shipping) |
| Primary Filter | Disposable MERV 15 pleated filter |
| Efficiency | 95% MERV 15 filter |
| Power Input | 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 3.5 A or 240 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 1.75 A |
| Features | Variable speed control, compact design, multiple mounting options |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Airflow | Variable up to 850 CFM |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 27.10″ x 15.00″ x 27.50″ |
| Inlet Opening | 22.42″ x 14.00″ |
| Weight | MB850C: 95 lbs (installed); 115 lbs (shipping) MB850: 103 lbs (installed); 123 lbs (shipping) |
| Primary Filter | Electronic collector cell |
| Efficiency | Up to 99.4% on submicron particles |
| Power Input | 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 3.9 A or 240 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 1.95 A |
| Features | Variable speed control, multiple mounting options, optional HEPA filter |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Airflow | Variable up to 1,650 CFM |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 26.00″ x 27.56″ x 27.50″ |
| Inlet Opening | 20.75″ x 16.00″ |
| Weight | 203 lbs (installed); 230 lbs (shipping) |
| Primary Filter | Two Advantage™ electronic collector cells |
| Efficiency | Up to 99.6% on submicron particles |
| Power Input | 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 12.0 A or 240 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 6.0 A |
| Features | Variable speed control, multiple mounting options, optional HEPA filter |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Airflow | Variable up to 1,000 CFM |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 27.10″ x 26.25″ x 31.64″ |
| Inlet Opening | Dual inlet: 6″ and 10″ diameter options |
| Weight | Approx. 160 lbs (installed); 185 lbs (shipping) |
| Primary Filter | Electronic collector cell |
| Efficiency | Up to 99.6% on submicron particles |
| Power Input | 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 7.0 A or 240 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 3.5 A |
| Fan Type | ECM variable speed blower with internal speed control |
| Mounting Options | Machine mount, stand mount, or ducted ceiling mount |
| Optional Features | HEPA final filter, remote monitor panel, dual collector cell configuration |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Airflow | 1,000 CFM |
| Cabinet | 16-gauge steel with powder-coated chemical-resistant baked enamel, ivory textured finish |
| Power Input | 115V/60Hz/1 Phase or 230V/60Hz/1 Phase |
| Motor Options | 1 HP or 1.5 HP |
| Blower Options | Belt-driven, forward-curved |
| Standard Features | Adjustable sheave, dirty filter gauge, power indicator light |
| Filter Options | Prefilter: 24″ x 24″ x 2″ Mist Impingers; Primary Filter: 24″ x 24″ x 26″ MERV 14 Bag Filter |
| Accessories | Odor module, HEPA filter module, additional pre-filtration, wall mount arm, silencer |
| Weight | Shipping: 430 lbs; Installed: 360 lbs |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Airflow | 2,000 CFM |
| Cabinet | 16-gauge steel with powder-coated chemical-resistant baked enamel, ivory textured finish |
| Power Input | 110-120V/60Hz/1 Phase; 208-240V/60Hz/1 Phase; 208-240V/60Hz/3 Phase; 440-480V/60Hz/3 Phase |
| Motor Options | 1 HP, 1.5 HP, 2 HP, 3 HP, 5 HP |
| Blower Options | Belt-driven, forward-curved; Direct-drive, backward-inclined |
| Standard Features | Variety of motor and blower configurations, optional silencer, dirty filter gauge, power indicator light, 10-foot power cord (single phase), standard size prefilter and main filter tracks, drain connection, dual 8″ collars |
| Filter Options | Prefilter: Two 24″ x 24″ x 2″ Mist Impingers; Primary Filter: One 24″ x 24″ x 26″ MERV 14 Bag Filter |
| Accessories | Odor module, HEPA filter module, additional pre-filtration, wall mount arm, silencer |
| Weight | Shipping: 430 lbs; Installed: 360 lbs |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Airflow | 4,000 CFM |
| Cabinet | 16-gauge steel with powder-coated chemical-resistant baked enamel, ivory textured finish |
| Power Input | 208-240V/60Hz/3 Phase; 440-480V/60Hz/3 Phase; International voltages available |
| Motor Options | 3 HP, 5 HP, 7.5 HP, 10 HP, 15 HP; Custom motors selected per application |
| Blower Options | Direct-drive, backward-inclined; Custom blowers selected per application; Motor-blower packages sold separately |
| Standard Features | Variety of motor and blower configurations, optional silencer, dirty filter gauge, inlet flange, standard size prefilter and main filter tracks, drain connection |
| Filter Options | Prefilter: 24″ x 24″ x 2″ Mist Impingers; Primary Filter: 24″ x 24″ x 26″ MERV 14 Bag Filter; Quantity determined based on application |
| Accessories | Odor module, additional pre-filtration, wall mount arm, silencer, HEPA filter modules |
| Weight | 2-stage (without HEPA): Shipping: 640 lbs; Installed: 600 lbs; 3-stage (with HEPA): Shipping: 875 lbs; Installed: 830 lbs |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Airflow | 6,000 CFM |
| Cabinet | 16-gauge steel with powder-coated chemical-resistant baked enamel, ivory textured finish |
| Power Input | 208-240V/60Hz/3 Phase; 440-480V/60Hz/3 Phase; International voltages available |
| Motor Options | 5 HP, 7.5 HP, 10 HP, 15 HP, 20 HP; Custom motors selected based on application |
| Blower Options | Direct-drive, backward-inclined; Custom blowers selected per application; Motor-blower packages sold separately |
| Standard Features | Dirty filter gauge, inlet flange, drain connection, standard filter tracks, optional silencer |
| Filter Options | Prefilter: 24″ x 24″ x 2″ Mist Impingers; Primary Filter: 24″ x 24″ x 26″ MERV 14 Bag Filters; Quantity varies by airflow requirements |
| Accessories | HEPA filter module, odor module, additional prefiltration, wall mount arm, silencer |
| Weight | 2-stage: Shipping: 890 lbs; Installed: 850 lbs 3-stage (with HEPA): Shipping: 1,125 lbs; Installed: 1,080 lbs |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Efficiency | Exceeds 99.3% per ASHRAE 52.2 for E3 at 500 CFM |
| Airflow Capacity | Low: 235 CFM; Medium: 285 CFM; High: 430 CFM |
| Prefilter | Foam prefilter, vacuumable and reusable |
| Carbon Filter | Granular carbon in honeycomb design |
| Power Consumption | Low: 52W; Medium: 80W; High: 141W |
| MERV Rating | Achieves MERV 16 at maximum flow |
| Cell Collection Area | 52.9 sq. ft. |
| Motor | 1/25 HP, sleeved bearings |
| Noise Levels | Low: 49 dB(A); Med: 56 dB(A); High: 61 dB(A) |
| Voltage | 120V, 60Hz; 6-ft cord; 50Hz models available |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 25.5″ x 14.625″ x 15.875″ |
| Weight | 54 lbs |
| Cabinet Finish | Baked enamel, textured black powder coat |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Max Airflow | 5000 CFM at 90% efficiency; 6000 CFM at 80% |
| Cabinet | 16-gauge steel |
| Power Input | 208-240V/60Hz/1 or 3 Ph; 440-480V/60Hz/3 Ph |
| Motor Options | 2 HP, 3 HP, 5 HP |
| Blower Options | Belt-driven (fwd-curved) or direct-drive (backward-inclined) |
| Standard Features | Power indicator light |
| Prefilter | Two 1″ aluminum mesh filters |
| Primary Filter | Two 24″ x 24″ x 10.25″ electronic cells |
| Accessories | Double-pass model, odor module, custom plenum, wall mount arm |
| Weight | Shipping: 555 lbs; Installed: 495 lbs |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 29.5″ x 31″ x 31.5″ |
| Airflow | Low: 1900 CFM; Med: 2200 CFM; High: 2500 CFM |
| Efficiency | Up to 95% per ASHRAE 52-76 |
| Weight | Installed: 225 lbs; Shipping: 280 lbs |
| Electronic Cells | Two, 218 sq. ft. area; 20k volts/inch; 33 lbs each |
| Prefilter / Postfilter | 1″ aluminum mesh |
| Power Supply | Self-regulating, dual voltage, sealed replaceable module |
| Diagnostics | Test button and system lamp |
| Motor | 3/4 HP, PSC, ball bearing, thermally protected |
| Cabinet Construction | 14-gauge steel, fully insulated interior |
A: They remove oil mist, smoke, and coolant particulate generated during machining processes.
A: CNC machining, grinding, milling, and turning operations all benefit from improved air quality and mist collection.
A: Yes, most units are modular and designed for seamless integration into existing metalworking equipment.
A: Yes, the systems are designed to support compliance with OSHA and EPA indoor air quality standards.
A: Filter life varies by application but is typically long-lasting due to advanced filtration design—routine maintenance is minimal.