Certified industrial vacuum cleaner for highly hazardous dusts

Kärcher has introduced the new IVM 40/24-2 H ACD LP industrial vacuum cleaner for the trades and construction industry as well as for food and industrial plants where the finest, hazardous dusts are generated.

This article is part of the special topic Occupational safety in the company

According to the manufacturer, the device – housing and filter – is fully compliant with DIN EN 60335-2-69 for the Dust class H (highly hazardous dusts) certified and therefore suitable for the safe extraction of particularly critical particles such as Flour dust, cement or silicone dust.

Certified for dust class H

The complete vacuum cleaner, including the filter, meets the requirements for dust class H, which is particularly important in Bakeries, construction sites or areas with hazardous dusts is relevant. The containerless model uses a continuous bag (Longopac system)), from which the required piece can be cut off after vacuuming, sealed dust-free, and disposed of. This prevents the user from having direct contact with the collected dust and avoids the need for less full standard bags.

This serves both occupational safety and economic efficiency. A large M-class star filters (Medium hazard) protects the downstream certified H-filter. The M-filter can be accessed via A pull-and-clean device was cleaned by the operator. This reduces the load on the H-filter, meaning that, according to the manufacturer, it often only needs to be changed about once a year, depending on usage. The suction power is up to 2,4 kW; the system can be operated with two 1,2 kW turbines or with just one, depending on requirements.

Practical equipment

The new vacuum cleaner is suitable for different applications. Application areas range from bakeries to tiling and drywall work, to final construction cleaning and machine cleaning.Cable and accessory holders facilitate transport and storage of the various nozzles for floor and machine cleaningAccording to Kärcher, internal modifications allow the vacuum cleaner to also pick up combustible dust. The device's design complies with the IEC 60335-2-69/ACD standard and permits use in ATEX Zone 22, provided the vacuum cleaner is located outside the zone and is used with appropriate ATEX accessories. 

Information for businesses

Before use in potentially explosive atmospheres, it is essential to Check test regulations and operating conditions (e.g. equipment location, ATEX accessories)Regular maintenance and proper replacement of the H-filter are important, even if the need for replacement has decreased. If you are unsure about dust classification or legal requirements, consult a safety officer or the manufacturer. 

 

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