Prepare for pollen season and spring allergies by removing dust from the air

By the time the cold, dark days of winter are over, most people are looking forward to warmer weather. But anyone who suffers from spring allergies knows spring is also pollen season. Employers should pay extra attention to the dust that fills the air in spring, to protect their workers and keep their operation running. 

Eliminate dust in the air: 

When spring flowers arrive, they bring another pesky problem: pollen and dust. 

These tiny particles can have a big impact on your business. Pollen can make its way into your facility through small openings that you may not even be aware of. Once inside, they can cause all sorts of problems for your business and the people who work there. 

How pollen impacts machinery and staff: 

Many people suffer from spring allergies, and ideally, when they come to work it's a chance to escape the pollen in the air. 

If your facility is filled with dust and pollen, you're putting these employees at risk. We're talking bigger risks than just cold symptoms. In the worst-case scenarios, a high pollen count can trigger chronic lung disease, among other illnesses. 

It's not just humans who are at risk during pollen season. Your valuable machinery is more likely to break down when dust and pollen accumulate on it. For example, if pollen accumulates in a machine's air filter, there's a good chance the system will overheat. 

These problems combined mean productivity is likely to fall behind during spring, and your bottom line will pay the price. 

Sources of dust in your facility:

During allergy season, pollen and dust from outside are big threats to your business. But dust comes from many places, including some inside your facility. 

For example, the packaging process often stirs up cardboard dust. Grinding, cutting, and sawing can all create different types of harmful dust, as does welding. 

Forklifts in particular are a major cause of air pollution. Because they are constantly in motion, they not only create dust from their tires and the floor, but they also stir up settled dust from other sources. 

• Regular machinery checks: Don't let pollen and dust bring your machines to a grinding halt. With regular inspection and cleanings, you can keep your operation running smoothly and increase the lifespan of your equipment. Not to mention, you'll save money on maintenance bills. 

• Educate and empower your staff: Everyone in your business needs information about the risks of poor air quality and how they can help make the workplace safer for everyone. Give them the power to protect themselves from spring allergies, and your business will benefit. 

• Don't let pollen and dust inside: Keeping your windows and doors shut when they aren't in use can reduce the amount of pollen and dust coming in from outdoors. You can even take measures like installing seals or upgrading your ventilation. 

• Trust Zehnder Clean Air Solutions: Zehnder Clean Air Solutions is your partner in clean air. You can take care of dust and pollen year-round with one of our industrial air purifiers. 

With our help, you can improve the air quality in your facility by up to 90 %. Your pollen and dust problems will no longer be an issue, and everyone in the business can breathe easy.