Author: Paul Davies

Apex LEV Services were on hand to help a leading electronics company located in Southampton who found itself in need of integrating a new piece of equipment into its existing infrastructure. Specifically, this involved connecting the new equipment to a primary duct run and integrating it into an already operational fan system.

Careful attention was given to ensuring that both extraction points were balanced, maintaining uniformity and efficiency in the removal of airborne particles and contaminants from the workspace.

Following the integration process, the entire Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) line underwent thorough testing to validate its functionality and compliance with regulatory standards. This meticulous approach underscores the company’s dedication to maintaining a safe and productive working environment while seamlessly integrating new equipment into its operations.

A prominent manufacturing firm based in Leicester recently acquired a wet collection extractor to streamline their mixed metal deburring process. In this setup, one extraction point was rigidly fixed, ensuring constant removal of debris and contaminants from the workspace. Meanwhile, the other extraction point was designed to be flexible, allowing seamless movement of the deburring machine back and forth during operation. This dynamic configuration enabled enhanced efficiency and flexibility in the deburring process, accommodating the machinery’s range of motion without compromising on extraction efficacy.

Upon the completion of the installation, the entire system underwent rigorous Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) testing to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations. This comprehensive assessment verified the effectiveness of the extraction setup in removing airborne pollutants and maintaining optimal air quality within the manufacturing environment. By utilising the LEV skills of Apex LEV Services,  this company demonstrated its commitment to maintaining a productive and healthy workplace for its employees while optimising manufacturing processes.

A customer from the National Health Service (NHS) recently approached us with a request to install a Vent to Atmosphere ducted system within a newly designated working area. This system was deemed necessary to ensure a safe and healthy environment by effectively removing any potential contaminants from the vicinity. To facilitate this, a compact inline fan was included in the setup to aid in the extraction process, ensuring that any pollutants were promptly and efficiently drawn away from the user.

In addition to the ventilation system, the customer specifically requested the implementation of a fixed wall extraction mechanism. This feature served to further enhance the effectiveness of the ventilation setup by directing the extracted air outside the building. To achieve this, the ventilation ducts were meticulously installed to channel the contaminated air away from the workspace, ultimately promoting a cleaner and safer environment for the occupants. The culmination of this setup was the termination of the extraction system with a jet cowl, which provided an efficient outlet for the extracted air while also minimizing any potential backflow or disruption.

By incorporating both the Vent to Atmosphere ducted system and fixed wall extraction, we were able to fulfill the customer’s requirements for a comprehensive and efficient ventilation solution. This tailored approach not only addresses the immediate need for contaminant removal but also ensures long-term effectiveness and reliability. The inclusion of features such as the inline fan and jet cowl termination demonstrates our commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions that prioritise safety and well-being in the workplace.