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Work Practice and Monitoring for a Chrome Abatement Composite Mesh Pad System

A frequently overlooked requirement for all air permit in chromium exhaust systems is to monitor and record keep routine maintenance called work practices. These work practices are meant to ensure the abatement devices operate as the manufacturer requires to maintain the effectiveness of the system. The Vanaire Chromax requires this attention to consistently out perform other chromium control devices. Our work practices follow the federal requirements and are illustrated below. Diligent attention to your equipment will result in a long-lasting proper operating scrubber system.

The permittee shall perform inspections of the COMPOSITE MESH PAD (CMP) SYSTEM / CMP / PACKED BED COMBINED SYSTEM as follows: (40 CFR 63.343(c)(1) or (3))

  1. Determine Overall pressure drop across the CMP SYSTEM once each day that the affected source is operating. If the pressure drop across the control varies by more than ±2 inch of water gauge, from the pressure drop determined during compliance testing, the permittee shall document the variation, and review the operation and maintenance procedures.  The permittee shall document any corrective action.
  2. Visually inspect the CMP SYSTEM on a quarterly basis, to ensure there is proper drainage, no chromic acid build up on the pads, and no evidence of chemical attack on the structural integrity of the control device.
  3. Visually inspect the back portion of the mesh pad closest to the fan, on a quarterly basis, to ensure there is no breakthrough of chromic acid mist.
  4. Visually inspect ductwork from tanks to the CMP SYSTEM/CMP/PACKED BED COMBINED SYSTEM, on a quarterly basis, to ensure there are no leaks.
  5. Perform wash-down of composite mesh pads in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.
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Schedule Your Holiday Shutdown Ventilation Equipment Maintenance Today

Holiday Shutdowns are a Crucial Time to Schedule Your Air Pollution Control Equipment Maintenance.

Equipment Downtime Results In a Loss of Production and Profits

For Manufacturers, efficient and uninterrupted production is so important to quick response times and meeting those critical delivery due dates. This makes scheduling equipment maintenance difficult and often results in emergency situations where the equipment has failed and it needs to be running as soon as possible.

Not only will you be paying premium dollar for getting your air pollution control systems back in operation quickly, work stoppages due to your equipment malfunctioning will also lead to missed product due dates, a loss of sales and customers, increased overhead costs and significantly lower profits.

Vanaire Preventative Maintenance Services

Vanaire designs, manufactures and installs fume scrubbers, ventilation equipment and air pollution control systems. At Vanaire, we believe that proactive prevention is always better than a cure. Our team of engineers is trained to provide Preventative Maintenance Solutions to all our clients, conducting comprehensive checkups, service and repair on your entire PVC, CPVC, PVDF, PP, FRP or Dual Laminate Air Pollution Control and Ventilation System to identify potential issues early on to prevent costly repairs or replacements.

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Our Schedule is Filling Up Quick. Contact Us today to Schedule Your Holiday Shutdown Maintenance!

With limited time for maintenance, planning ahead is vital. Our ventilation equipment and air pollution systems maintenance shutdown schedule around the holiday season fills every single year.

This is your opportunity to beat the rush and lock in your project dates! Please don’t hesitate to contact our office with your questions, to get a quote and to schedule your shut down maintenance at 1-800-743-3553. We’ll look forward to talking with you!

Save Money, Avoid Emergency Equipment Repairs and Production Stoppages, Schedule Your Holiday Shutdown Maintenance Today!

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Need temporary ventilation equipment installed quickly?

Sometimes the need for replacement equipment arises at the most inopportune times.  The good news is that Vanaire can provide you with options!  We have Scrubber Systems and Centrifugal Exhaust Fans that can be rented, leased, or bought refurbished.

The ability to rent refurbished ventilation equipment comes in handy to get you through emergency situations and can keep you running until the problem can be resolved. Ultimately, that saves your corporation time, money, and a major headache!

If your scrubber or fan needs to be replaced, you can rent our refurbished equipment until your new equipment can be installed. If your business is moving buildings and cannot shut down the old line until a new line is installed, we can help carry you through.  Having a source for renting temporary equipment reduces and possibly eliminates downtime, which is essential for the success of your business.

No matter what your situation, we can help you. We can transport the equipment to and from your facility, and even provide the option for our crew to help set up and disassemble the system once you are ready for a permanent solution.

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Preventative Maintenance for your Ventilation System

Performing proper maintenance on your industrial equipment is essential to your business. Similarly, maintaining an efficient ventilation system and clean ductwork is essential to the health and safety of your employees. At Vanaire, we believe that proactive prevention is always better than costly reactive repairs.

Vanaire has a team of engineers who are trained to provide Preventative Maintenance Solutions to all of our customers. We provide comprehensive checkups to your entire system, from air pollution control to ventilation systems. This proactive approach allows us to identify issues before they become expensive repairs or equipment replacements.

Our preventative maintenance program is designed to meet the specific needs of each client. We will come out and look at what you have and work with you to determine if you would need a monthly, quarterly, or semi-annually maintenance package. Our lead preventative maintenance technician, Kurt Jones, has 17 years of experience under his belt and services all types of systems, whether you bought it from Vanaire or somewhere else.

Our comprehensive preventative maintenance packages typically include:

  • Inspect Scrubbers and Fans for leaks
  • Check air flow
  • Inspect bearings for grease and service
  • Check fan belts for tension and wear
  • Check fan wheel balance and wear
  • Inspect spray chamber nozzles for plugging and clean if possible
  • Check inspection doors
  • Inspect wheel coating
  • Inspect Recirculation pumps for operation and wear
  • Inspect packing media and mist eliminator media for fouling or plugging
  • Check magnehelic gage tubing for proper gage readings
  • Record all static and differential pressures

Finally, once we have completed the maintenance, we will provide you with a TQM certified report, with a detailed checklist of maintenance task performed. This provides you with peace of mind that you are getting the thorough inspection that you serve for the health and well-being of your employees.

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Where Can I Get My Industrial Air Pollution Control System?

The final step is easy! You just need to request a quote from our team or contact our representative in the "Contact Us" section. Then we'll gladly answer your every question and start designing your own customized air pollution control system.

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