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Oil Mist Collectors and Mist Elimination for Metal Machining
Protect workers and improve shop efficiency with advanced oil mist collectors. Modern CNC machining generates higher volumes of coolant mist, oil mist, and smoke, posing serious health risks and compliance challenges. With oil mist elimination systems from Air Quality Engineering, Inc., you can capture airborne metalworking fluids at the source, keeping your facility cleaner, safer, and more productive.
Practical Solutions for Metalworking Hazards
Millions of employees in industries such as automotive, aerospace, heavy machinery, and farm equipment manufacturing are exposed to machining fluids. Prolonged exposure has been linked to cancers, respiratory disease, and skin conditions. With OSHA designating machining fluid exposure a priority, facilities must take proactive steps to protect their workers.
AQE oil mist collectors are engineered to achieve more than just compliance; they create healthier workplaces and more efficient operations. Our systems capture and eliminate airborne mist and smoke before they reach the breathing zone, which reduces risks, lowers cleanup costs, and supports long-term productivity.
Prioritize Workplace Air Quality with AQE Mist Collectors
Capture oil mist at the source
Compact, high-efficiency systems mount or duct directly to modern CNC machine tools.
Maximize productivity
Keep shop air clear of oil mist and smoke, reducing downtime and maintenance.
Fit any application
From compact electrostatic units to large media filtration systems, AQE solutions scale to your machining environment.
Simplify maintenance
Washable cells or long-life media filters minimize replacement costs.
Support worker safety and compliance
Reduce exposure to machining fluids while meeting OSHA guidelines.
Oil Mist Collector Systems
MistBuster® Series
The MistBuster® Series is AQE’s flagship line of oil mist collectors, designed specifically for the filtration of coolants, oil mist, and smoke from today’s high-speed CNC machine tools. The compact MistBuster® 500 delivers 500 CFM of filtration while weighing only 71 pounds, making it easy to mount or duct directly to most CNC machines. Washable electrostatic collector cells reduce filter replacement costs while ensuring long-term efficiency.
Key Features:
- Compact, lightweight design (71 lbs.).
- 500 CFM of high-efficiency air filtration.
- Mounts or ducts directly to CNC machine tools.
- Washable electrostatic collector cells.
- Designed for oil mist, coolant mist, and smoke elimination.
Media Mist Collectors
Media mist collectors provide robust filtration for facilities that prefer disposable filter technology. Built for versatility, these systems effectively remove oil mist, coolant mist, and smoke from demanding machining environments, with long-life filters designed to reduce service intervals.
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Key Features:
- Media-based mist collector for oil and coolant mist.
- High-capacity design for demanding applications.
- Long-life filters reduce service intervals.
- Rugged construction for industrial environments.
Electrostatic Air Cleaners
Control oil mist, smoke, and airborne contaminants with AQE’s Electrostatic Air Cleaners. Permanent electronic cells cut filter costs, while low pressure drop keeps energy use down. Built for durability and flexibility, these systems adapt to your machining and manufacturing environment to keep air cleaner and operations efficient.
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Key Features:
- Permanent electronic collector cells with no ongoing filter costs.
- Heavy-duty construction built for industrial applications.
- Extremely low pressure drop for energy-efficient operation.
- Modular design for flexible installation and capacity expansion.
Partner with AQE
With decades of expertise in the industry, Air Quality Engineering is the trusted partner for machining facilities nationwide. From compact CNC-mounted mist collectors to high-capacity media systems, our solutions are built to protect workers, improve air quality, and keep shops running efficiently. Partner with AQE for reliable performance and proven results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need an oil mist collector for my CNC machines?
CNC machining generates coolant and oil mist that can linger in the air, creating health risks, slipping hazards, and regulatory issues. AQE oil mist collectors capture mist directly at the source, keeping the workplace safer and compliant.
Which oil mist collector is right for my shop?
The MistBuster® Series is ideal for direct machine tool integration. The M73 media unit is suited for high-capacity environments, while electrostatic air cleaners offer cost savings with washable cells. Call the AQE experts at 1-888-883-3273 to discuss your application and determine the best solution for your facility.
How do AQE mist collectors lower maintenance costs?
Electrostatic models use permanent, washable cells, while media systems are designed with long-life filters. Both reduce the need for frequent replacements, lowering long-term operating costs.
Additional Resources:
MistBuster®: Efficient, Compact Air Cleaners For Metalworking
Media Mist Collectors for Industrial Environments
Electrostatic Air Cleaners & Fume Extraction Systems
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