Bun Bakery Finds a Vacuum Worthy of its High-Tech Operation On GlobalSpec

From Nilfisk Industrial Vacuums

Combustible dust fires happen in manufacturing plants across the U.S. everyday. This white paper helps manufacturers learn more about combustible dust hazards and ways to handle combustible dust in your manufacturing plant in order to comply with OSHA's NEP. This white paper addresses:

- The history of combustible dust hazards
- How combustible dust fires occur
- Steps to reduce and eliminate hazards in your plant environment

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Meet OSHA & NFPA Codes - Combustible Dust

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Chapter 16: Fire

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