Air Filtration Industry Articles, News And Resources

MistBuster^® Advantage

October 12th, 2017 | Posted in Air Cleaners

A frequently asked question when evaluating mist collection solutions is, “what are the advantages of an electrostatic precipitator (like the MistBuster® ) over a media air cleaner?” The primary advantages are: airflow, maintenance, and efficiency. AIRFLOW: An electrostatic precipitator stays consistent as the electronic filters (cells) collect contaminant. The reason being that air flow through a cell is not impeded as it collects mist and smoke particulate. The cell design is such that it collects…

Welding Hazards and Your Workplace

August 10th, 2017 | Posted in Welding

A recent article published by IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer) estimates that 11 million workers worldwide have a job title of “welder” and an additional 110 million workers probably incur welding related exposures such as fumes, gases, radiation, asbestos, and solvents. The hazards from welding extend beyond the welders. People working with and near welders are also susceptible to the same carcinogens as the welders. It is also possible that the workers near…

MistBuster Oil Selector Switch

July 20th, 2017 | Posted in Air Cleaners

Our patented water/oil selector switch is one feature that makes our mist collector units stand out from the other electrostatic mist collection units on the market. Water soluble coolant has an increased conductivity when compared to oil-based coolant. The patented technology of the water/oil selector switch provides the unique ability to adjust the electrical properties of the MistBuster® to match the type of coolant used. Switching the MistBuster® between water and oil mode is simple….

General Guidelines For Canopy Hood Sizing

March 15th, 2017 | Posted in Air Cleaners

Hot Vs. Cold Process Canopy hood design requires different consideration for both hot and cold processes. Hot processes transfer significant heat to the air surrounding the process via conduction and convection mechanisms. In doing so, thermal drafts are present and can cause upward air currents with air velocities up to a few hundred feet per minute. The design of the canopy hood and exhaust rate must account for these thermal drafts during the sizing phase….

News For Air Cleaner Resellers And Dealers

August 2nd, 2016 | Posted in Resellers

Hello AQE dealers and resellers. We’re proud to announce that AQE is now equipped with the necessary tools for one-on-one web presentations and training exercises for well-qualified dealers and resellers. We’ve recently setup a training room with the following amenities: Skype ready with 50″ monitor and widescreen camera for optimal visual aid Full presentation material on the following applications and product lines: Industrial Welding MistBuster® Commercial Tobacco Commercial Kitchen Exhaust and AUTOCLEAN® Troubleshooting Presentations/Training Exercises…

How To Approach An Air Filtration Problem

August 1st, 2016 | Posted in Air Cleaners

An air purification expert is the customer’s best resource for selecting the appropriate air filtration equipment and answering this question. However, thinking about the following items regarding an air quality problem will assist the end-user with receiving the solution to that problem in the timeliest fashion. So how does an Air Quality Engineering, Inc. representative approach an air filtration problem? Our experts break it down into 3 simple steps: What is the contaminant? How do…

Proven Way To Clean Soldering Fumes And Light Smoke From The Air

May 9th, 2016 | Posted in Air Cleaners, General

For years now, Air Quality Engineering, Inc. has offered a small air cleaner for soldering and light smoke collection called the FumeFighter®. This collector is a stand-alone portable unit that with the option for either one or two optional collection arms, or can be hooked up to a 3″ inlet hose. Its HEPA quality filter captures 99.97% of smoke and fume particles down to .3 microns while the integral charcoal filter removes odors associated with…

The Passing Of Our Matriarch, Shirlee Hamlin

May 2nd, 2016 | Posted in General

Recently, Air Quality Engineering, Inc. lost someone who was instrumental in bringing us to where we are today. Mrs. Shirlee Hamlin, our matriarch, passed away last week in her home town of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Shirlee and her husband, Don, built Air Quality Engineering, Inc. from the ground up some 50 years ago, starting with a dream at the kitchen table; to a contact manufacturer; to the state-of-the-art manufacturing company we are today. Their legacy will…

MistBuster^® Mounting Accessory Options

April 25th, 2016 | Posted in Air Cleaners, General

Most MistBuster® customers direct mount the mist collector on the CNC machine tool, which is the best way to capture fugitive mist. But there are some installations where it’s just not possible or practical. That’s where our line-up of mounting accessories comes in. Air Quality Engineering, Inc. has engineered a variety of mounting accessories to complement the MistBuster® product offering. This includes floor mount, machine mounts with legs, wall mount and ceiling mount options. Which…

How To Wash Electrostatic Precipitator Cells

April 11th, 2016 | Posted in General

Most people think that it’s simple to wash electrostatic precipitator cells but there are some do’s and don’ts that will prolong the life of your cell and save money over the long run. The first tip is never use a power washer on your cell. A power washer can damage the plates or ionizer wires which will require repair or replacement. Most washers have 2000 PSI or more pressure which is just too much. It’s…