In Baghouses with long filter bags, the length of the filter bags can exceed 30 feet. These long lengths come more potential headaches when completing a bag change out, but it can be accomplished with the right technique. Watch our Tip of the Month Video to learn more.
While there are several things to look out for when completing a filter bag change out of any size, the main issue to be aware of with long bags is when the bags clump together.
Clumping can occur when the bags begin to intertwine or tangle together toward the bottoms of the bags. Tangled bags can reduce flow and result in poor system performance. Good spacing between bags is key to maintain an optimized flow in your dust collection system.
One simple way to space out the long bags is to use an extension pole to space the bags apart. The size of the extension pole will be dependent on how long the bags are. Because bags clump together towards the bottom, a pole that is the length of a 30 foot bag would not be necessary.
Untangling the bags should be completed at the end of every change out. You’ll be amazed at how this quick and simple solution will result in increased flow and system performance.
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