Dust Suppression at Demolition Sites

In the last several decades, key factors such as the need to protect the green spaces, new construction technics, and the improvement of technology in demolition projects have led to the take down of many older civil and industrial buildings.

Dust Emission at Demolition Sites

The problem of dust emission is a relevant topic when planning to demolish older structures, especially if there are other public facilities and buildings nearby. In any case, dust emission can cause damage to the respiratory system of every person standing near the demolition site.

FERMA Corporation uses dust suppression systems as solution to address this issue during demolitions. Solutions include atomized misting equipment to suppress the fine dust released during demolitions. The mist falls down and creates a moist layer which prevents the dust from being released into air as trucks and heavy vehicles pass by. In addition, this solution decreases the formation of mud and runoff. Thus the need for wheel washers decreases as well to avoid dust from covering access roads to the site.

Benefits to Dust Suppression

In fact, using a dust suppression system ensures a cleaner worksite and improves visibility at the site. Crew members can carry out their activities more safely. The demolition equipment stays cleaners as well and less apt to incur additional wear and tear from the deposited dirt.

Other benefits include limiting damage to the surrounding environment from fine dust caused by demolition; avoiding potential issues with public agencies; and a reduction in water consumption during demolition. More conventional dust suppression solutions use higher quantities of water. These include fire hoses and water lances. In addition, atomized misting equipment contributes to decrease the cost for staff, who is employed to water the area to be demolished with traditional systems.

Plus, atomized misting equipment can be much more flexible, making it easier for crew members to use. They can be transported on trailers and equipped with rotation and raising tools to cover wider areas and higher buildings. Some systems come with radio control giving the crew member a greater degree of efficiency.

FERMA Corporation carefully plans each element of a demolition project whether the project is a single family home or a large industrial site. When planned well, a tear down project will not damage the surrounding environment or cause issues with public agencies or neighbors. Give us a call today and engage the safest demolition crew in the Bay Area.