Clean Air Matrix
RoboVent engineers are experts in every category of air filtration and ventilation. The four categories below represent the major options for treating your contaminated air. RoboVent has designed solutions for each of these categories and has manufactured air filtration systems of unrivaled quality.
For more information about these categories, see Indoor Air Quality 101.
Large blowers and air filtration equipment draw contaminated air from the plant (typically at the ceiling level), filter it and return it to the plant. This is a proven solution in plants welding large parts with overhead cranes. It reduces the haze in the air, resulting in a cleaner working environment, with no negative pressure or heat loss.
Air in the immediate area of the welding activity is captured in a hood system, then filtered and returned to the plant. This is the best solution whenever possible. It allows for a more flexible system and removes the smoke directly from the operator's breathing zone. There are many types of source capture, including overhead hoods, crossflow hoods, fume arms and fume guns, some of which work better than others.
Large exhaust fans draw contaminated air from the plant and exhaust it directly into the environment, typically through the roof or walls. This is a traditional method and often results in negative air pressure. Also, it is very difficult to climate-control your plant and the system may not work well in the winter.
Air in the immediate area of the welding activity is captured in a hood, sent through ductwork, and exhausted directly into the environment. This is a lower capital cost alternative to filtration, but tends to result in high operating costs and large, unsightly ducting systems that work less efficiently with modifications. It also results in negative pressure problems.
Powerful Filtration, Mounted Overhead
Vista360™ is one of RoboVent's most recent innovations, combining powerful filtration technology with an installation scheme designed for convenience and space saving. Vista360 begins with a dust and fume collector that is perfectly suited for heavy welding needs. The serious fumes produced by robotic welding cells are captured by the Vista360, and the system filters the air and returns it to the facility. The system's cutting-edge filters ensure that the smallest and most dangerous particles—many of which contain toxic metals—are removed from the environment.
Vista360's other distinguishing feature is the manner in which it is installed—on the ceiling, out of the way of other equipment and traffic. Freeing up floor space allows you to keep your production lines flexible. Sight lines are much improved across the plant floor, as well.
Vista360 features:
- Very low maintenance: RoboVent collectors are designed for fast filter changes and low maintenance. And our ePad Control Panel makes maintenance headache-free.
- Overhead installation: Locating the filtration equipment overhead keeps your floor open and flexible.
- Built-in spark arrestance: The optional Delta3 spark arrestance system can be added to the Vista360 for superior fire safety.
