For those, who keep a wood shop or consider with it, it would be great to have a woodshop air filtration system in the working area. There are many pollutants, small particles, shavings, dust, and the rest things during the working process. They bring a huge influence on the air that could be very serious. Preparing the working area makes the result and all the process being high-qualified. Helps workers to feel safe and comfortable and provides long service life for machines.

In case of woodworking without air filtration, it can affect workers’ health. Air pollution and dust may be the cause of upper respiratory tract diseases, which causes cancer in the worst case. In addition, using chemicals for stripping and finishing products negatively affects health due to harmful fumes as well. Polluted air leads decreasing the productivity of workers, decreasing quality of finished products, and even to injuries and non-compliance with safety regulations. To prevent such cases and take care of workers health there are many reasons to install shop air filtration system.

 

Here we show up our top shop air filter systems to clean up workspace environment.

 

Remote Controlled Air Filtration System WEN 3410 (300/350/400 CFM)

       

                                      Motor: 1/6 HP                                                          Filtration: 2 Stage

                                       Dimensions: 17 x 20 x 10 inches                     Variable Speed: Yes, 3

                                       Weight: 31 lb                                                           Speeds: 300 CFM, 350 CFM, 400 CFM

                                       Remote Control: Included

 

WEN air filtration uses two easy cleanable and effective filters to catch contaminants, clean air, and circulate it in woodshops.

The powerful 1/6 HP motor, quiet system, and lightweight design work together effectively with 50-60 dB of noise. The system has a very convenient carrying handle and eye bolts, it is very easy to install and move around the place.

For air cleaning the system uses a 5-micron outer filter and a 1-micron inner filter. There is an option to change speed of 300, 350, 400 CFM depending on cleaning effect or amount of dust.

 

It also has a remote control system. Feel free to control the system up to 26 feet away. With the time schedule option, it is possible to make a cleaning schedule, for example right after working hours or ahead.

 

3-speed remote-controlled woodworking air filtration system has got a two-year warranty and nationwide technical support by phone.

 

POWERTEC AF4000 Remote Controlled 3-Speed Air Filtration System (300/350/400 CFM)

 

                                        Motor: 1/6 HP                                                       Filtration: 2 Stage

                                        Dimensions: 24 x 20 x 13 inches                   Variable Speed: Yes, 3

                                        Weight: 34 lb                                                         Speeds: 300 CFM, 350 CFM, 400 CFM

                                         Remote Control: Included

 

The system works with 1/6 HP powerful motor, it is very quiet and non-disruptive.

Because of high caliber inner and outer filters, it provides high-end result and eliminates almost 99% particulates for the entire working area. There is also 3-speed option that can increase its effectiveness. The AF4000 can be controlled manually or by remote control.

This shop air filtration system is easy to install and comes with hooks. Moreover, lightweight design helps the system to take less space in a work area.

 

The speed and motor power can be changed manually or by remote control, also it has timer settings with 1, 2, 4 hour options.

 

The system works with 3 different speed settings, rated of 300, 350, and 400 CFM.

 

5-micron outer filter cleans larger particles and pollutants, after that1-micron filter gets the rest low particles to eliminate 99% of airborne elements.

 

Shop Fox W1830 3-Speed Hanging Air Filter

 

                                         Motor: 1/8 HP                                                        Filtration: 2 Stage

                                         Dimensions: 20 x 17 x 10 inches                    Variable Speed: Yes, 3

                                         Weight: 31 lb                                                          Speeds: 260 CFM, 362 CFM, 409 CFM

                                         Remote Control: Included

 

This shop air cleaner helps to clean the working area in advance using 1, 2, 4 hours timer for it.

It’s filters clean the air effectively and pay attention to every particle that passes through the system. It prevents bacterial multiplying and keeps the working environment clean.

Even 1 micron does not stay in the air because of using 5 micron outer filter and 1 micron inner filter. It is easy to clean the filters just like throwing out the dust from a bag. The inner filter could be cleaned by water and drying then. Filters are easy to replace with no tools manually.

In terms of recirculating the air, measuring 20x20x8-feet it circles the air about 7.7 times per hour. To get the most effective and clean filtering result, it is better to make about 6-9 recirculation per hour in the working area. If the area is quite big or has many sectors, multiple systems can be used for better filtering and cleaning.

 

User-friendly interfaced control panel of the W1830 allows switching the machine off and on, also changes air flow speed, and sets timer settings.

 

There are 3 power speeds: low 260, medium 362, and high 409 CFM. Workshop can be left and cleaned alone using timer for 1, 2, and 4 hours.

 

The lights on the panel will show options selection. The control panel interface is designed in a way that all options are clear and accessible. Moreover, less time could be spending for training workers to keep the area clean and safe.

 

 

Grizzly Industrial G0572 – Hanging Air Filter w/ Remote

 

                                          Motor: 1/3 HP, 120V, single-phase, 4.2A      Filtration: 2 Stage

                                          Dimensions: 22 x 27 x 17 inches                     Variable Speed: Yes, 3

                                          Weight: 56 lb                                                           Speeds: 556 CFM, 702 CFM, 1044 CFM

                                          Remote Control: Included

 

This commercial air cleaner cleans and circulates the air using 5 micron outer filter and 1 micron inner filter.

There is three-speed changing option and timer option to make planned cleaning in the workshop. The system has got a control panel on the back side and remote control buttons to turn on/off cleaning and change timer/speed. This one unit uses special Grizzly wood shop air filters which individually made special for every model of this brand.

 

Use carefully and the area is cleaned until the last micron stays. Change the speed up to 1044 CFM to adjust cleaning time and the productivity for the best workshop air filtration.

 

The specially designed motor and the filters construction are made in a way to get the maximum cleaning effect in a short time.

 

All air particles must pass through the woodshop air cleaner, so even small particles do not interrupt working process and do not disrupt the overall effect of cleaning the area.

 

 

JET AFS-1000B Air Filtration System with Remote Control (708620B)

 

                                           Motor: 1/5 HP, 115V, 60Hz, 1 PH, 6P, 4.5A     Filtration: 2 Stage

                                           Dimensions: 30 x 24 x 12 inches                      Variable Speed: Yes, 3

                                           Weight: 54 lb                                                             Speeds: 550 CFM, 702 CFM, 1044 CFM

                                           Remote Control: Included

 

Jet air filtration is the first system, which started using remote control system, speed changing, controlling by timer schedule. After that, it became the industry standard. This one unit can be used with smaller areas, for example as a garage air purifier. It will clear the air and keep all pollutants inside the filters to prevent them from multiplying.

This system with an air diffuser and two working filters disperses the air across the entire width of the workshop.

 

A fully-enclosed ball bearing machine motor is protected for long service life. Disposable electrostatic outer filter gets particles and dust more efficiently than usual filters. The inner filter is removable and cleanable.

 

The system can be easily with convenient handles. There are rubber feet on the bottom, so the floor surface will not be damaged. 4 eye bolts allow hanging the system on the workshop ceiling.

 

Automatic shutdown by time settings. There is an option of setting the timer using the remote control for 2, 4, and even 8 hours.

 

 

Selecting criteria for the air filtration system

When choosing a woodshop air filtration for purchase, it is important to consider the following features:

Quality. Pay attention to the quality of the whole shop air filtration and technical details. System parts must fit together, fit snugly, and be securely fastened without defects, cracks, and damage. The edges of the parts must be processed properly. This directly affects reliability, efficiency, and long-term working.

Airflow rating and air speed. Pay attention to the CFM rating or manually calculate the units according to the size of working area. Be sure of exactly for what area the shop air filtration system is selected, so that it can take the whole amount of air circulation. Several medium-power systems can be installed on large facilities to ensure air cleaning process. Variable air speed allows controlling noise level and adjusting the range of use for air cleaning.

Installation type. Choose which type is better to use: portable hanging on the ceiling or fixed. Most systems are portable, but if choosing fixed, be ready to prepare a place for a system with free air circulation and safety rules. In the case of portable system, it is important to consider the placement so that it could be easily accessed in case of repairs or replacement of the filter and other parts of woodshop air cleaners.

Filter types. There are reusable filters for re-installation. There are also options that can be cleaned by an air compressor and installed again. Consider the type of workshop air filter, care, and costs when buying a new filter.

Filter level. Filters can capture different particles, for example, HEPA filters capture smaller particles in the air. Consider this factor depending on the type of air pollution in the workshop. Read about it in the article.

Price. We recommend only high-quality products that are time-tested. If choosing a different woodshop air cleaner, make sure that brand reputation and its warranty match the cost. This also includes the cost of re-installing woodshop air filter and possible components repair. This will help to find the best shop air filtration system.