Air quality is a serious problem in industrial environments, where dust can affect our sinuses, lungs and entire respiratory system with potentially very serious consequences. Understanding the differences in dust particles, the types of filters available, and the latest dust sampling and measurement methods is essential to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. There are three basic types of dust: breathable, thoracic, and respirable (inhalable). Each type of dust exists in the air we breathe; The only difference between them is the diameter of the dust particles. Respirable dust particles are less than 10 microns in diameter, chest dust particles are less than 25 microns, and inhaled dust particles are less than 100 microns in diameter. Dust sampling methods vary, depending on the type of dust being assessed.
