Argo Blower: Projects - Cement Dust Handling System

Cement Dust Handling System
We were contracted to supply and install the ductwork at a new cement plant. This is a prime example of our industrial sheet metal capabilities. All ductwork was a minimum 10 gauge (1/8") with elbows and transitions constructed from three-sixteenth inch plate.

Most of the ductwork was raised into position by cranes or electric winches. Field crews used manlifts and spider staging (window washer staging) to install supports and weld joints.

Specifics of this project include:

Installed 16 baghouses containing more than 3,200 bags total.
One baghouse utilizes 1,320 - 12-inch round by 31-foot bags.
More than 200,000 pounds of steel used for fabrication.
Highest duct was placed 270 feet above the ground by a 360-foot crane.

With all the hazards of working from lifts and staging, welding, craning pieces into place and working with heavy ductwork, we completed this project without a single injury. SAFETY FIRST!

Cement Dust Handling System
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