Etex – Gypsum Dust Control for Plasterboard Manufacturing: Bristol Rock Store & Crushing Operations

Specialized Gypsum Dust Suppression Delivers Long-Term Success at Global Plasterboard Manufacturer

Challenge:

Etex, one of the world’s largest plasterboard manufacturers with 101 production sites globally, faced critical dust control issues at their Bristol plant’s Rock Store and Crushing Area during gypsum delivery and movement operations. Annual dust surveys identified the area as a significant concern. Gypsum presents unique challenges as one of the most difficult dust types to control – being highly moisture-sensitive while producing substantial dust volumes, requiring precise fog ratios and specialized expertise.

Location Bristol, United Kingdom
Customer Etex / Siniat
Sector Plasterboard & Drywall Manufacturing

The Mist-air Solution:

Mist-air installed a specialized dust suppression system in 2011, specifically engineered for gypsum’s challenging properties. The system delivers precisely calibrated very fine mist that effectively controls abundant gypsum dust without compromising the material’s moisture-sensitive characteristics. The installation was completed in demanding conditions with heavy plant movements while maintaining strict safety standards and site compliance.

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