Clever cleaning planning reduces stoppages, protects equipment and improves productivity. The goal is to remove dust little and often, aligned with the work rhythm, not as an afterthought.

Align cleaning with the work cycle

Identify dust hotspots by trade and time of day. Set short, repeatable tasks tied to breaks or changeovers: 3–5 minute vacuum passes at the cut station, floor-edge runs before deliveries, high-level checks at end of shift. Use the three-layer model: capture at source first, then in the air, then on surfaces.

Engineer out the mess

Fit tool-mounted extraction and water suppression where applicable; slower cutting speeds often reduce plume size. Place capture nozzles within a few centimetres of emission points. Provide a nearby air scrubber or LEV for tasks that release fine airborne particulate.

Keep equipment flowing

Plan for filter loading. Monitor airflow under load rather than relying on free-air numbers. Stage spare prefilters and bags at point-of-use so swaps take minutes, not hours. Assign ownership: one person per zone checks seals, hoses and gaskets and records changes.

Measure, adjust, repeat

Use a simple PM meter to confirm that short cycles deliver steady airborne levels; if spikes occur, tighten source capture or increase frequency briefly rather than pausing production later. Keep noise and energy use in mind by running filtration only where and when it is needed.

Practical takeaways

• Schedule short, frequent cleans tied to natural breaks.
• Prioritise source capture; support with air filtration near emission points.
• Manage filter loading and stage consumables at point-of-use.
• Track under-load airflow and tweak frequency using PM readings.
• Assign zone ownership to keep actions timely and consistent.

Smart cycles reduce unplanned stoppages and help teams keep making progress without compromising dust control.