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This section provides an overview for mist collectors as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 23 mist collector manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked mist collector companies as of December, 2024: 1.ATI, 2.Filtra-Systems Company, 3.Airflow Systems, Inc..
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A mist collector is a device that sucks oil mist generated during cutting operations of machine tools, separates the oil from the air, and collects it.
Oil mist is the result of oil that has turned into smoke and diffused into the air. Most oil mist is classified as hazardous substance, and must be removed without fail because it is harmful to the human body and can cause malfunctions if it adheres to other machinery.
Currently, mist collectors can remove oil mist by using filters, by electrically electrifying the mist, or by centrifugal force.
Mist collectors are used to collect mist oil generated when using NC lathes, drilling machines, and machining centers.
Oil mist is especially generated during cutting operations, especially high-pressure lubrication, grinding, and high-speed cutting operations where the cutting oil is subjected to high shear. Mist collectors are used in conjunction with such machine tools.
There are three main types of mist collectors: filter-type, electrostatic precipitator-type, and centrifugal separator-type. The following is an explanation of the principle of each type:
Filter-type mist collectors remove oil mist by filtration using a filter. This is the most common type of mist collector, and filters are usually layered.
The advantages of the filter-type are that it is simple in structure, inexpensive to install, easy to manage on site, and safe. The disadvantages include the need for periodic maintenance such as filter replacement, the increased power consumption of the electric motor due to the ventilation resistance of the filter, and the fact that the replaced filter must be disposed of as industrial waste.
Electrostatic precipitator is a type of oil collector in which oil mist is given an electric charge by corona discharge using high voltage, and oil is then adsorbed and collected by the electrostatic force of the voltage-using negative electrode plate. Corona discharge is a phenomenon in which a part of a gas that normally does not conduct electricity is ionized when a high voltage is applied, and electrons and positive and negative ions are generated and move in an electric field, causing an electric current to flow in the gas.
The advantages of electrostatic precipitator are that it can collect even very fine oil mist particles of 1 μm or less. It does not use filters, and so does not need filter replacements or disposal. Additionally, electrodes can be reused by cleaning. On the other hand, demerits include high installation costs, the need for careful handling of high voltages, and the time and cost required for maintenance and cleaning of electrodes.
The centrifugal separation-type is a mist collector that uses centrifugal force to break down the air containing collected oil mist into air and oil mist. The advantage of the centrifugal separation-type is that it is easier to maintain and install than other types of systems. However, it is not suitable for collecting oil mist particles finer than 1μm.
Care must be taken when installing mist collectors, depending on the machine in which they are installed. If oil mist is not collected properly, it can cause health hazards to workers and even lead to malfunctions of air conditioning equipment. Mist collectors can be installed in three different ways. It is important to choose the one that best suits the machine tool and factory environment.
Direct Intake Method
On machine tools with partitioned machining areas, such as machining centers and NC lathes, air is drawn directly from the sealed area. Oil mist can be collected most efficiently.
Localized Air Intake Method
For machine tools such as general-purpose lathes and grinders, where the machining area is an open space, oil mist is collected by the local intake method. A hood or hose is placed close to the part of the machine tool where oil mist is generated, and the oil mist is sucked in.
Wide-Area Intake Method
The wide-area intake method sucks in air from the entire factory. This method is used in combination with the direct intake method and the local intake method.
A dust collector is similar to a mist collector. A dust collector is a device used to collect dust and other individuals generated by the cutting process. While mist collectors are used in cutting processes that use cutting fluid, dust collectors are used in dry processes that do not use cutting fluid.
Dust generally refers to all fine particulate solids suspended in air. Conversely, fine particulate matter (PM2.5) is particularly small, and there is concern that PM2.5 can penetrate deep into the lungs and affect the respiratory and circulatory systems.
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Nor-Cal Products is a manufacturer and supplier of vacuum and pressure components based in the USA. Founded in 1962, the company has a long history of providing solutions for its clients' vacuum and pressure system needs. The company produces a wide range of components, including flanges, fittings, valves, and chambers, which are essential for creating and maintaining vacuum systems. One of its product lines is its vacuum chambers. These chambers are constructed with precision, ensuring optimal performance in demanding applications. It comes in various sizes and configurations to accommodate different requirements. The company holds the ISO9001:2015 certification for quality management systems.
ATI is an American custom valve automation equipment manufacturer that was established in 1995 in Houston, Texas. The company primarily produces hydraulic and pneumatic valve actuators for linear and quarter-turn linear valve models, power systems (e.g. accumulators, gas bottles), and control systems such as limit switches and solenoids. It also offers custom design, machining and production of equipment as well as retrofitting and repair services to customers requiring additional support. ATI chiefly serves clients in the oil and gas, power generation, chemical processing, and mining industries.
Elmet Technologies Inc., established in 1929 and headquartered in Lewiston, United States of America, is a manufacturer of tungsten and molybdenum refractory metal products and machining services. The company manufactures tungsten and molybdenum foil, sheets, cubes, and powders. It also produces heavy alloys, rods, wire, foil, and sheet products. These products are exemplary in refractory metals, that cover a wide array of pure metals and alloys. It serves customers globally in Europe, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. It is ITAR registered and has production management systems certified to AS9100 and ISO 9001.
MicroStrain is based in Williston, Vermont, and is an American manufacturer of inertial and wireless sensors originally established in 1987 before being acquired by HBK in 2019. The company produces various industrial and tactical-grade sensors, wireless sensor network devices, and data analysis software. Its products include battery powered wireless 3-axis accelerometers with a rugged and weather-proofed shell, cloud-based platforms for sensor data management or analysis, and software for wireless sensor network control purposes. The company's products are mainly used by clients in the aerospace, automation, and construction industries.
AGET Manufacturing Company (AGET) is an American ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer of mist and dust collection systems that was established in Adrian, Michigan in 1938. The company produces dust collectors for various industrial applications including wood- and metalworking, as well as mist collectors for capturing or filtering particles during machining, grinding, or washing processes. These are marketed under the brand names MISTKOP, DUSTKOP, and FILTERKOP. AGET products are mainly used in food processing, woodworking, and metalworking operations, including by clients such as the Kellogg Company and Wood-Mizer Products.
Airflow Systems, Inc., founded in Dallas, Texas, United States in 1985, is a manufacturer of air cleaning systems for commercial and industrial applications. The company's product portfolio includes Dust Collectors, Mist Collectors, Air Cleaners, Portable Collectors, and Collection Arms, and the products are used for collecting and filtering airborne contaminants such as grinding dust, weld smoke, machining oil mist, and processing dust and fumes. The company serves markets such as Metal Machining & Manufacturing, Food and Beverage, Pharmaceuticals and Medicine, and Industrial Processing.
Air Quality Engineering, Inc. founded in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, USA, in 1973, is a manufacturer of air cleaning systems and filtration products. The company’s product portfolio includes HEPA and exhaust filters, activated carbon filter media, cigarette smoke removers, welding and soldering fume extraction systems, and mist collectors. The company’s EverClear HEPA filtration systems are used for the filtration of cigar and cigarette smoke. Its products are used in both residential and commercial sectors. It serves the industries of metal-cutting, grinding, polishing, and extruding.
Donaldson Company, Inc. is a manufacturer headquartered in Hennepin County, Minnesota, specializing in filtration technologies. The company was established in 1915 when Frank Donaldson Sr. invented an air cleaner for farm tractors. Today, Donaldson offers filtration products and solutions, including bulk tank filtration systems and engineered air intake systems designed for gas turbines and industrial compressors. Additionally, the company provides engine filters and parts, along with Internet of Things (IoT) services to monitor and maintain filtration equipment. Donaldson's products find application across a wide range of industries, including aerospace and defense, agriculture, construction, manufacturing, and transportation.
Avani Environmental Intl., Inc, established in 1997 in Pismo Beach, California, USA, excels as a manufacturer and supplier of cutting-edge clean air solutions. The Company’s extensive product range includes mist collectors, dust collectors, welding booths, portable fume collectors, and downdraft tables. Their products cater to diverse industries including welding, grinding, laser/plasma cutting, robotic system fume extraction, and corrosive/explosive dust scenarios. The company aims to provide effective filtration solutions that protect individuals from the adverse effects of dust, smoke, gas, and air impurities. By ensuring air quality and worker safety, Avani Environmental enhances healthier work environments globally.
Filtra-Systems Company, founded in 1979 in Michigan, USA, is a manufacturer of industrial filtration and separation solutions. The comprehensive product range includes automatic backwashing filters, bag and cartridge filters, and magnetic separators for efficient particulate removal, reduced downtime, and improved product quality, assisting in enhanced manufacturing processes. Industries such as oil and gas, medical, chemicals, food and beverage utilize the products for optimum filtration and separation of liquids and solids. The company utilizes advanced, custom-engineered, and metal cutting filtration for enhanced performance in various industries.
Dust Collector Services, or DCS, is a family-owned business founded in 1994 and based in Anaheim, California. DCS designs manufactures and installs a wide range of materials serving woodworking, tooling, manufacturing, and other industries. DCS's new product line includes various types of dust collectors, mist collectors, high vacuum systems, explosion protection equipment, and ducting. DCS also has a range of used equipment. DCS provides services including baghouse inspection and regular maintenance of machinery.
Filtermist was established in 1969 in Shropshire, UK, as a manufacturer of oil mist collector units. The company provides mist collectors of varying airflow speeds, and they have various uses such as extracting coolant and dust created by open and enclosed grinding operations, extracting vegetable and food oils from Food Processing, and more. The S Fusion and FX Fusion units are used for removing submicron particles generated in neat oil applications. These filters have numerous uses in Machine Tool Manufacturing, Aerospace, Food Production, and the Automotive industry.
Cleaver-Brooks Company is a manufacturer of boiler room products and related equipment that was established in Thomasville, Georgia, USA, in 1929. The company primarily produces steam and hot water generation products. These products include water- and firetube boilers, waste heat boilers for recovering wasted heat from exhaust gasses, and electric boilers for low-noise and clean applications. It also offers low-NOx burners and economizers for improving boiler efficiency. The company’s products are used mainly by biofuel refineries, chemical processing plants, and power generation facilities.
Micro Air Clean Air Systems was founded in 1969 and is a manufacturer of dust collectors and industrial air cleaners based in Wichita, Kansas, United States. The company manufactures various equipments such as ambient air cleaning systems, soource capture exhauster arms, and portable air cleaners. These products are used in various applications such as laser cutting applications, thermal spray, and wood working. The company has participated in various conventions and exhibitions such as FABTECH 2022 Atlanta and FABTECH 2020 Las Vegas.
Höcker Polytechnik GmbH is a manufacturer of waste management products founded in 1962 and located in Hilter am Teutoburger Wald, Lower Saxony, Germany. The company produces industrial equipment for filtering, extracting, and consolidating industrial materials. These include dust collectors, bailing or briquetting machines for waste material, and paint booths for environmental control. The company primarily serves clients in the pulp and paper, recycling, and furniture manufacturing sectors. It also offers commissioning, maintenance, and consultation services for customers with unique project requirements.
ProVent is a manufacturer of industrial ventilation equipment since 1991 and is based in Michigan. The company provides Portable duct collectors, Oil/Mist collectors, Wet Dust collectors, Cartridge collectors, and Zone Air Cleaners for rooms where airborne dust is present. They also have Ventilated work benches, Downdraft benches, Walk Around tables, and more that are compatible with the majority of the dust collection systems as they serve the Food Processing, Pharmaceutical, Robotics, and Aerospace industries.
OHM ELECTRIC CO., LTD, founded in 1961 and headquartered in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a manufacturer specializing in wiring accessories, as well as temperature and environmental control devices. OHM offers various wiring accessories including cable glands, insulation caps, and junction boxes. To meet the requirements for maintaining a clean work environment, especially in manufacturing sites, the company provides a range of coolers, dehumidifiers, and condensate evaporators for indoor temperature and humidity control, as well as oil mist and dust collectors. Moreover, OHM offers system integrations with regard to electrical engineering solutions and automated machinery for various industries, including medical, food, and robotics.
Munters, established in 1955 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, is a manufacturer and supplier of climate solutions. Munters operates across three core business areas: AirTech, specializing in energy-efficient air treatment; Data Center Technologies, providing climate cooling solutions for data centers; and FoodTech, offering climate systems for livestock farming and greenhouses. Its climate control technologies include HVAC, humidification, dehumidification, and pollution control, serving many industries and emphasizing quality, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. Munters delivers efficient, eco-friendly solutions to industries where precise indoor humidity, temperature, and energy efficiency control is paramount.
Parker Hannifin Corporation was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. Parker Hannifin is a manufacturer and distributor of motion and control technologies and systems for markets including mobile, industrial, and aerospace. Parker-Hannifin operates through two segments: diversified industrial and aerospace systems. Diversified industrial offers sealing, shielding, thermal products and systems, adhesives, diagnostics solutions, and hydraulic, pneumatic, and elctromechanical components and systems or industrial machinery and equipment. The aerospace segment offers control actuation systems and components, engine exhaust nozzles and assemblies, pilot controls, as well as others.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ATI |
14.2%
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| 2 | Filtra-Systems Company |
7.1%
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| 3 | Airflow Systems, Inc. |
6.6%
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| 4 | Elmet Technologies, Inc. |
5.7%
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| 5 | Micro Air Clean Air Systems |
5.7%
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| 6 | Donaldson Company, Inc. |
5.7%
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| 7 | Koch-Glitsch |
5.2%
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| 8 | ProVent LLC |
5.2%
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| 9 | Air Quality Engineering, Inc. |
4.7%
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| 10 | AGET Manufacturing Company |
4.7%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the mist collector page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
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*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
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11 | 73.3% |
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Japan
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3 | 20.0% |
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United Kingdom
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1 | 6.7% |
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