The Importance of Clean Air in Workshops and Schools

With growing awareness of air quality and workplace safety, it’s time for small joinery workshops and schools to adopt better dust extraction solutions. Wood dust is more than just a nuisance—it can pose serious health risks, including respiratory issues and long-term exposure hazards.

Many workshops struggle with outdated or poorly designed extraction systems, leading to high levels of airborne dust that affect both workers and students. As schools introduce more hands-on learning environments and joinery businesses expand their operations, it’s crucial to ensure that proper extraction and ventilation systems are in place.

The Hidden Risks of Inadequate Dust Extraction

Over time, changes in equipment, layout, or work processes can create inefficiencies in dust management. Some of the most common issues include:

• Health risks – Fine dust particles can cause allergies, asthma, and lung conditions.
• Fire hazards – Accumulated wood dust is highly flammable.
• Reduced efficiency – Machines and tools can experience more wear and tear due to excessive dust buildup.
• Messy workspaces – Excess dust leads to increased cleaning time and lower productivity.

A Smarter Solution: Extracting Dust at the Source

Egmont Air provides customised dust extraction solutions designed to remove harmful particles before they spread. A free on-site evaluation by our trained consultants will identify the specific causes of airborne dust and determine the best approach for a cleaner, safer workspace.

Some of the most effective solutions include:

• Strategic capture hoods – Placed near cutting or sanding areas to remove dust before it reaches the breathing zone.
• High-efficiency extraction systems – Designed to meet the needs of modern CNC machinery, MDF cutting, and formaldehyde-based materials.
• Centralised extraction – Ensuring consistent airflow to remove fine dust particles from the workshop environment.
• Air cleaners and forced ventilation – Ideal for spaces where ‘capture at source’ is not a feasible option, helping to maintain overall air quality.

“We had Egmont Air install a large extraction system providing us a world class experience, including design, service, installation team, suction performance, including the ability to change the air in our plant 34 times per day, giving an excellent dust free environment for our team to work in.” Chris Holt  |  CEO, Accent Group NZ Ltd

The Benefits of a Well-Designed Dust Extraction System

Investing in a properly designed dust extraction system results in:

Healthier, more productive environments – Cleaner air reduces respiratory issues for workers and students.
Less downtime for cleaning – Dust is centrally collected, reducing non-productive time.
Better machining results – Optimum extraction at cutting heads prevents rework and enhances the finish of materials.
Compliance with workplace safety standards – Protecting employees and students from hazardous dust exposure.

What Our Clients Are Saying

“The whole transaction was easy. The team was responsive, knowledgeable, and the system has completely solved our dust issues. I’ve been involved in two different operations that installed Egmont Air systems, and both times I’ve been very happy with the results. Would I go anywhere else? Nah, that’s why we didn’t.”

Michael Dudley  | Joinery Manager,A1 Joinery Levin

“Yeah you can run the whole workshop without a problem, you never loose any suction at all. It’s awesome much better than our old one, it’s a big upgrade. There’s a lot less contaminants in the air, a lot less rubbish on the ground and seems to be catching a lot more than what we had in the past. The floor’s a lot cleaner, outside’s a lot cleaner, we don’t get the dust coming out of the hoppers anymore it’s a fully sealed system. We are very impressed with it. 90 Percent of the dust gets sucked up through the head now rather than spewing out on to the floor. The floor sweeper nearly hasn’t got a job to do! Egmont Air is 10/10, absolutely brilliant, the service is good, the installers were amazing, easy to work with, good communication.”

Hugh  |  Factory Manager, A1 Joinery Levin

Get Expert Advice for Your Workshop or School

A simple on-site evaluation can help determine the right dust extraction solution for your space. Whether it’s a small school woodworking classroom or a growing joinery workshop, Egmont Air has the expertise to provide tailored, cost-effective solutions.

Contact our team today for a free consultation and learn how we can help create a cleaner, safer, and more efficient workspace for your business or school.