Changes

# Replace the two filters in the Clearvue cyclone filter stack. The filter, Wynn 9B300NANO, is approximately $165 from Wynn. Using 4 filters instead of 2 may result in a significant flow improvement.  This should be investigated.

# Replace the two filters in the Clearvue cyclone filter stack. The filter, Wynn 9B300NANO, is approximately $165 from Wynn. Using 4 filters instead of 2 may result in a significant flow improvement.  This should be investigated.

# Enclose the collector rack with an acoustic barrier such as quietrock (~$50/4x8 sheet). Add a muffler to the exhaust.

# Enclose the collector rack with an acoustic barrier such as quietrock (~$50/4x8 sheet). Add a muffler to the exhaust.

# Automate the blast gates.  When a machine is turned on, the blast gate (valve in the duct) will open and stay open for a few seconds after the machine is turned off.   

# Automate the blast gates.  When a machine is turned on, the blast gate (valve in the duct) will open and stay open for a few seconds after the machine is turned off.  Commercial gates are up to $1000 for a single 6" automatic blast gate.  We have been experimenting with electrically controlled pneumatic cylinders, which should reduce the cost to under $100 each.

# Replace the fine dust bin below the filter stack  with a wood bin tall enough to support the stack without the orange bucket. The goals are to add dust holding capacity and support the stack more securely.

# Replace the fine dust bin below the filter stack  with a wood bin tall enough to support the stack without the orange bucket. The goals are to add dust holding capacity and support the stack more securely.

# Add more equipment to the collection system. The new bandsaw, jointer, router table and sanders should be added.

# Add more equipment to the collection system. The new bandsaw, jointer, router table and sanders should be added.