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Dust management solutions for safer, more productive jobsites
Dust created on the jobsite can cause serious health problems, slow down your projects, and damage your tools and equipment. Learn more about the dangers of dust and discover solutions designed to put dust in its place.
What is construction dust?
Dust particles may be tiny but potential danger is large
Dust is a fact of life on the jobsite. It is created during jobs ranging from drilling and chiseling to sawing and grinding. It is made up of airborne particles. many so small you can't even see them.
Construction dust can contain materials such as concrete, silica, wood, and metals, all of which pose varying levels of risk.
What are the dangers of construction dust?
Safety issues range from slip risks to serious long-term health problems
Construction dust can contain harmful substances like respirable crystalline silica (RCS). This can penetrate deep into the lungs. Prolonged exposure to RCS can lead to serious health conditions, including silicosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lung cancer.
Dust also creates additional jobsite safety hazards, such as reduced visibility and slip risks. It can also affect tool operation, reducing overall site safety.
Why is dust management important?
Benefits range from safer jobsites to less cleaning time
- Protect your crews from harmful dust particles and improve site safety by maintaining clear visibility and reducing hazards
- Save time on cleaning and maintenance
- Boost regulatory compliance and reduce the risk of fines related to dust exposure
- Promote a more comfortable and efficient working environment, helping to improve project outcomes
Hilti solutions for dust management
Dust extractors and construction vacs
Engineered for high performance, mobility and ease of use
- Corded and cordless models
- L, M and H class certifications
- Compact, robust design for extra mobility and ease of use
Dust control solutions for your jobsite tasks
Dust control for drilling
Get more work done and cut cleaning time: Tackle dust at the source with our onboard dust removal systems (DRS).
Dust control for chiseling and breaking
Go fully cordless even for the toughest jobs by combining the TE 2000-22 cordless jackhammer with our cordless dust extractors.
Dust control for grinding and slitting
Work safer and be more productive when you pair our tools with integrated dust hoods and continuous bags.
Water supply and slurry management
Virtually splatter free coring with more reliable water supply systems
Construction dust FAQs
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