Dust, Mist, Fume, & Fire Protection Solutions
Greetings!
Hope you are enjoying our monthly newsletters. These newsletters are intended to keep you abreast of the latest changes in our industry and let you know about any upcoming tradeshows and educational events. If there is something you think we should include in these newsletters please email me at kel.ferris@astgroup.ca

Kind regards,
Kel Ferris,
AST Group

In this newsletter you will find:

  • Dust Collection in the Canadian Food Industry
  • Stevenson Sprinkler - Fire Extinguishers
  • Event: FABTECH Canada 2022
  • Product Feature: Flameless Explosion Venting
  • ICYMI - Proper Testing of Explosion Isolation Valves
  • Used Equipment Spotlight: Donaldson Torit DFO 3-18 Dust Collector

Feel free to contact us at 905-821-8860
Dust Collection Industry News
Dust Collection in the Canadian Food Industry
Dust collection in the Food Industry can be a complicated and perplexing topic. Proper facility maintenance is necessary in all areas of food manufacturing to ensure hygiene standards are met because a high-profile food handling scare can shift industry thinking. This requires operations managers to keep up-to-date on all the current and proposed standards. And to make it even harder, there may not be a single overall ruling body to dictate the correct requirements for each food manufacturing line.
Get a sneak peek at our new website with our easier-to-read new design and let us know what you think.
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Fire Extinguishers
The Essentials of Fire Extinguishers
There are many types of fire extinguishers. It is important to use the proper extinguisher for the specific job. It also needs to be noted that for a fire extinguisher to be effective the extinguisher must be:
  • the right type/rating for the job.
  • accessible and close at hand
  • in good working order
  • used on a fire that is still small
  • used by a trained person

A full outline of fire extinguishers can be found here: Health and Safety Ontario - Fire
Upcoming Events
FABTECH Canada
Canada's Largest metal Forming, Fabrication, Welding & Finishing Event
Details:

FABTECH Canada is returning to the Toronto Congress Centre June 14-16, 2022, and we are excited to welcome you back! With restrictions in Ontario and surrounding provinces currently easing, we want to assure you that plans are moving forward, and the event will take place as scheduled. Show management and our partners are dedicated to producing a dynamic and productive event this June, with the health and safety of all participants our top priority. 
Start Date: June 14, 2022
End Date: June 16, 2022
Times: 10 am Start
Place: The Toronto Congress Centre (South Building) 650 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario M9W 1J1
Presenter: -



Product Feature
Flamesless Explosion Venting EV-VQ
The EcoMAXX®/VigilEX EV-VQ flameless explosion vents are rectangular explosion devices that combine a standard explosion panel with added protection to prevent the flame from entering the environment. EV-VQ flameless explosion vents are certified to be suitable for indoor and outdoor applications.

The EV-VQ flameless explosion panels eliminate the need for costly heavy-duty piping that is required for exterior venting when a vessel is installed within the workspace. The integral standard EV explosion panel bursts during the initial explosion phase. Immediately thereafter, the flame and burnt dust exit the vessel and are contained by the EV-VQ flame arrestor. All EV-VQ flameless vents are designed with the ability to change the explosion panel without removing the flame arrestor assembly.

Our technical engineering staff is dedicated to ensuring optimum design & product selection for every application.
ICYMI...
In Case You Missed It
How are Explosion Isolation Valves tested today?
Watch video to learn more

Proper Testing of Explosion Isolation Valves

Understanding the importance of installation in accordance with certified parameters is crucial.

The VigiFlap Explosion Isolation Valve has been designed, tested & certified to prevent the propagation of overpressure or flame front caused by a potentially catastrophic explosive event.

This video demonstrates the necessity of proper certification testing and what those requirements are.

Intentionally certified for “Intended Use”, the VigiFlap valve has been proven to function flawlessly when tested for dust collection suction and pressure side ducting installations.

Deals on Used Equipment
Used Donaldson Torit DFO 3-18 Dust Collector

All equipment sold as used/refurbished by the AST Group is subject to the following:
  • Inspected & verified to be operational & in good working order
  • All moving parts including motors, fans & solenoids have been tested & verified as functional
  • Door gaskets & diaphragms have been checked or replaced to ensure proper sealing

Be assured when buying used equipment from the AST Group that the quality and advice you receive are second to none in the industry. The Health & Safety of your workers & your facility is our priority.
 
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Call AST Canada 905-821-8860 for more details
The AST Group of Companies was formed in 2019 to bring together all aspects of worker safety pertaining to air quality. We brought together Engineers, Millwrights, HVAC Journeymen, Specialized Installers & Fire Suppression Technicians, all drawing on the AST Canada team of product experts and estimators. Together we form a cohesive group to meet all your clean-air needs.
AST GROUP of Companies
3435 Landmark Road
Burlington, ON L7M 1T4
1-905-821-8860