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Dust Extractors

Wherever you’re working on a project, it’s important to have the right dust extractors in your tool kit. Construction sites, home renovations, and busy workshops all need a suitable dust extractor vacuum to remove harmful particles from the air. 

On UK job sites, ‘M’ or Medium Risk dust extraction is the minimum required to meet health and safety regulations. With this in mind, we offer a range of industrial vacuums, accessories, and HEPA air filters to keep your workplace HSE-compliant. We also stock L-class (Low Risk) and H-class (High Risk) dust extraction tools. 

Why do you need a dust extractor?

Whether you’re using a demolition hammer, cutting through timber, or handling any other form of power tool, your project is going to create dust. Tiny particles can remain suspended in the air, causing pollution and inhalation issues. Dust can be irritable and harmful, so it’s essential to remove as much as possible from your environment.

With a compact, portable dust extractor vacuum, you can remove harmful dust from your workshop or site when needed. 

What are the main benefits of a dust extractor?

In the workplace, employers have a legal duty under COSHH 2002 Regulations to minimise dust, but dust extraction is also beneficial for other projects. 

• It can improve air quality by capturing airborne particles. A HEPA filter will minimise the risks associated with dust exposure.
   
• Keeping tools free of dust and debris prolongs their lifespan, which can increase your project efficiency, ultimately saving you time and money in the long run.
   
• Reducing airborne dust also means clearer vision. Without particles obscuring your sight, you can navigate hazards more safely.
   
• Using a dust extractor vacuum reduces the risk of severe medical conditions that can develop with prolonged exposure to harmful particles.

Find the right dust extraction unit for your needs

The best dust extractor for your work environment depends on the tools or machinery and materials you use. An L-class dust extractor is suitable for most domestic settings and low risk dust particles such as sawdust. However, if you need to cut through materials like concrete, masonry and MDF, M-class and H-class, industrial dust extractors are the most effective option.

We also recommend checking any power requirements — you may need to pair a 110v industrial dust extractor with a power transformer. 

Explore the range of dust extractor vacuums at ToolStore UK for models from top brands, including DeWalt, Numatic, and Makita. These vacuums feature high-performance filtration systems for effective particle extraction. 

Dust Extraction FAQs

What’s the difference between a dust collector and a dust extractor vacuum?

A dust collector is suited to collecting dust from large-scale stationary machines as well as larger particles and higher volumes of debris. A dust extractor vacuum, on the other hand, has a smaller capacity but is portable and usually includes a HEPA filter or similar. 

Can you use a standard vacuum as a dust extractor?

The answer is no. A standard vacuum will only remove around 80% of dust from the air, while an industrial vacuum must remove 99.9% of dust, in line with HSE regulations. The dust from a work site or work shop could also damage a standard vacuum.

Is dust extraction a legal requirement on construction sites?

In the workplace, adequate dust extraction is a legal requirement. The Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and the COSHH regulations (2002) both legally require employers not to expose workers to health and safety risks, including dust.