XPO Logistics Doncaster
A Case Study in Dust Suppression
Challenge:
XPO Logistics, a global leader in supply chain management, operates a large depot in Doncaster that handles, washes, and recycles packaging primarily sourced from supermarkets. This high-volume operation involves handling and processing various packaging materials, which generates significant dust, particularly during baling. Respiratory dust from the baling of materials by two Presona and HSM balers posed both a health risk to workers and potential damage to sensitive machinery.
XPO required an effective dust suppression system that could operate efficiently in their moisture-sensitive environment, where avoiding wetting of floors, equipment, and products was essential.
| Location | Doncaster |
|---|---|
| Customer | XPO Logistics |
| Sector | Transportation and Contract Logistics |
The Mist-air Solution:
mist-air installed a comprehensive dust suppression system at the Doncaster depot in 2013, designed to target dust at critical stages of the recycling process. The system uses mist-air’s unique micro-fine fog, which controls dust without wetting, ensuring the environment remains dry and safe for both personnel and equipment.
Key features of the system included:
- Roof-Mounted Fan-Assisted Manifolds: Provided generalised dust suppression throughout the facility, creating a cleaner and safer working environment.
- Localised Manifolds at the Baler: Strategically placed near the two balers to suppress dust directly at the source during both the feeding of waste into the baler and the compacting process.
- Micro-Fine Fog: The proprietary fogging technology enables efficient dust suppression without wetting, which is critical in moisture-sensitive environments like XPO’s packaging depot.
Results
Since the installation of the mist-air system, XPO Logistics has seen:
- Improved Air Quality: Significant reduction in airborne dust, particularly around the baling stations, enhancing the safety and comfort of employees.
- Maintained Dry Environment: The system’s micro-fine fog effectively controls dust without adding moisture, ensuring that floors, machinery, and packaging materials remain dry and operational.
- Enhanced Operational Efficiency: With reduced dust exposure, machinery experiences less wear and tear, leading to lower maintenance costs and improved long-term performance.
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