A vacuum table is an essential piece of equipment for considerably improving air quality in the woodworking industry. And with good reason: woodworking simultaneously generates a number of pollutants that impact on operators’ health. Specialized in industrial air quality, OberA offers you a selection of products specially designed for professionals.
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Wood industry: what pollutants are your operators exposed to?
Industrial operations in the wood sector emit numerous dusts and VOCs (volatile organic compounds) which are partly responsible for the onset oraggravation of respiratory illnesses. Pollutants include :
- Dust particles, often coarse shavings, emitted by sawing and wood-cutting operations;
- Fine dusts, which are virtually invisible, but which infiltrate the body. They are generated by sanding and finishing operations (applying varnish, lacquer or paint to wood), which also release VOCs from solvents;
- VOCs, which come partly from gluing and assembly operations, but also from the industrial drying process, particularly if the wood contains natural resins.
” All these pollutants represent risks for operators and can create a potentially explosive environment. Airborne chemicals and wood dust create a flammable mixture. Certain operations can generate heat or sparks from tools. So it’s essential to opt for a vacuum table that offers maximum safety, as is the case with ATEX certification. ” says Thibaut Samsel, OberA’s Technical Manager.
Vacuum solutions comparator: choosing the right vacuum table
Assessment of pollutants generated by the wood transformation process
The first step is anin-depth analysis of your workshop to clearly identify the pollutants present in the atmosphere. Depending on their nature (dust particles, gaseous state, vapors…), the filtration system recommended for the vacuum table will not be the same. For example, we recommend a combination of mechanical filters and activated carbon filters for workshops that generate solid particles as well as chemical vapors and odors.
Identification of the vacuum table model according to the surface to be treated and the size of the parts
There are both compact and larger vacuum tables to suit your space constraints, as well as the size of the parts you’re machining. For example, our ePURBOX TSP model is ideal for fitting into small workshops without obstructing operator circulation, but will be better suited to working on narrower workpieces. Conversely, our range of industrial tables enables you to work on larger wooden parts, thanks to the fold-down side panels.
Industrial suction table: what are the market prices?
You’ll find products on the market from €799 (entry-level) to over €5,000. The price will vary according to various criteria, including :
- Type of product: top or bottom extraction system, 360° functionality, extraction system (activated carbon, particle filter, etc.), stand-alone or connected table;
- Additional features: mobile table, fixed table, accessories (vacuum arm, ATEX version, lighting, etc.), ergonomic functions (adjustable table height, for example);
- The size of the suction table, which can be used to machine both large and small parts;
- Suction power, which depends on the surface area to be treated.
OberA’s opinion: beyond the price criterion, it’s essential to go for a sturdy product that will first and foremost ensure the safety of your operators. It’s essential to choose machines that are dedicated to the industrial sector and that can be adapted to your needs. At OberA, our vacuum tables are only available to professionals, and come in several versions (ATEX, HEPA filter) to cover all the risks your operators may face. As the woodworking industry emits numerous particles that are toxic to the body, it’s essential to choose equipment that’s suited to the pollutants present in your workshop, as well as to the surface area of the workstation to be treated.
Choose a vacuum table dedicated to woodworking
| A & AT industrial vacuum table Ideal for dust from sanding and grinding operations. | Self-contained suction table Equipped with automatic cleaning system. Available in ATEX version and HEPA filter for fine particle treatment. | 360° rotating vacuum table Suitable for thermal and mechanical separation processes. Unrivalled ergonomic features. | ePURBOX TSP suction table Compact and mobile, for continuous use. Particularly suitable for extraction and treatment of fumes and dry dusts. |
