Dustless Drilling
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Duster Pro - Anti Dust Accessory
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SDS Max Set-Safe Dust Extraction Drill Bit
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SDS Plus Set-Safe Dust Extraction Drill Bit Kit
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What is Dustless Drilling (Vacuum Drilling)?
Types of Dustless or Vacuum Drilling
- SDS Plus Dustless Drill bit
- SDS Plus Set-Safe Bionic – available in 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 16mm, 18mm,20mm and 24mm Diameters.
- SDS Plus Set-Safe Dust Extraction Kit – This kit comes with 6mm, 8mm and 10mm bits. While the SDS Max bit is designed for larger, heavy-duty rotary hammers. These bits are larger with a shank diameter of 18 mm and are used for more substantial drilling tasks.
- SDS Max Dustless Drill bit
- SDS Max Set-Safe dust Extraction – available in 14mm, 16mm, 18mm, 20mm, 22mm, 24mm, 25mm, 28mm, 30mm, 32mm and 35mm Diameters.
What is Dustless or Vacuum Drilling typically used for
- Regulatory Compliance: Adhering to the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act and its regulations is paramount. A critical aspect of this is managing workplace exposure to airborne contaminants, notably crystalline silica dust. This dust, a byproduct of drilling into concrete, poses significant respiratory risks. Employing dustless drilling methods, such as those offered by vacuum drill bits, is crucial in aligning with health and safety standards and protecting workers from hazardous exposure.
- Enhanced Cleanliness: The reduction of dust not only fosters a healthier work environment but also streamlines operations by minimising the need for extensive post-drilling cleanup.
Some common applications of Vacuum Drill Bits:
- Steel and timber frame Hold down installation into concrete
- Installation of glazing, windows, and storefronts
- Installation of Racking, and shelving into the concrete
- Formwork and structural fixings into concrete Tunnel fit-outs, cable tray support systems, and seismic bracing of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems
- Fastening steel strut channels and support straps for MEP
- Construction installation of facade structures, guard rails, bollards, and protective barriers
- Installation of machinery, plant equipment, stadium and theatre seating
- Acoustic barriers, balustrades, handrails, and scaffolding ties
- Plumbing and fire services
Why can it be effective when used with Chemical Injection
How to use Dustless or vacuum drill bits
- Select the Right Drill Bit Choose a vacuum drill bit that is compatible with your drill (SDS Plus or SDS Max shank) and that is the correct diameter and length for the hole size you are drilling.
- Insert the Vacuum Drill Bit Insert the vacuum drill bit into the chuck of your drill. Make sure it is securely tightened.
- Connect the Vacuum Hose: Attach the vacuum hose to the dust extraction port on the drill. Ensure a secure connection to allow efficient dust collection
- Turn On the Vacuum System: Start the vacuum system before beginning drilling. This ensures that the dust extraction is active from the onset of the drilling process.
- Drill as Usual Drill into the material as you normally would. The vacuum system will collect and contain the dust generated during the drilling process
Who should use Dustless or Vacuum Drill bits
- Efficient Dust Collection: These drill bits come equipped with an advanced dust extraction system that effectively gathers and confines the dust produced during drilling operations.
- Significant Reduction of Airborne Dust: By capturing dust right at its source, vacuum drill bits play a critical role in preventing the dispersal of silica particles into the air, safeguarding workers from inhaling harmful silica dust.
- Enhanced Worker Safety: One of the key benefits of minimizing airborne dust is the protection it offers to workers. By reducing the presence of silica dust in the air, vacuum drill bits contribute to a healthier and safer work environment.
- Compliance with Health and Safety Regulations: Adhering to various occupational health and safety regulations is crucial. Many of these regulations require the implementation of dust control measures, including the use of vacuum systems, to protect workers from exposure to hazardous substances like crystalline silica.
- Improved Worksite Safety: The implementation of vacuum drill bits is a proactive step towards enhancing overall worksite safety. By mitigating the risk of respiratory diseases associated with silica exposure, these tools play a vital role in ensuring a safer workplace.
- Reduced Cleanup Time: With an efficient dust extraction system, vacuum drill bits help maintain a cleaner worksite by collecting dust directly at the source. This feature significantly cuts down the time and effort needed for post-operation cleaning.