Bus garages, maintenance and repair facilities, and other enclosed buildings where buses run idle or higher are at risk of overexposure to exhaust fumes and emissions. Diesel exhaust, emitted from both the tailpipe and engine vent of a bus, is especially dangerous if uncontrolled.
The emissions generated during bus repair and maintenance operations contain harmful pollutants, posing health and safety risks to technicians and other staff members. These exhaust emissions contain pollutants like carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter, which can cause health issues ranging from minor respiratory problems to severe conditions such as heart disease and cancer.
Among these pollutants, carbon monoxide (CO), also known as the silent killer, can quickly reach toxic levels when released inside of an enclosed building. It is produced by diesel and gas-powered vehicles, and excessive exposure can result in severe bodily harm. The most effective way to safeguard against CO emissions is by utilizing exhaust removal systems.
Bus exhaust removal systems utilize an at-source capture method to instantly remove fumes, exhaust, emissions, and other hazardous contaminants. At-source capture prevents facilities from exceeding legal exposure limits and is particularly relevant where engine testing and running generate significant exhaust emissions. The primary goal of bus exhaust removal systems is to provide a safe work environment by exhausting hazardous engine emissions away from the building. These systems typically consist of exhaust hoses and nozzles that connect directly to the bus's exhaust pipe.
Implementing an exhaust removal system requires a tailored solution that addresses the specific needs of each facility. Key considerations include the layout and size of the building, the number of bays, how many buses are generally serviced, and local environmental regulations. To maximize efficiency, choose a Fume-A-Vent bus exhaust removal system — built to overcome the unique challenges your facility is faced with.
Fume-A-Vent supplies businesses worldwide with overhead systems, hose reels, and boom arms for buses, trucks, and other specialty vehicles equipped with large horizontal tailpipes. All the exhaust removal systems manufactured by Fume-A-Vent are affordable, user-friendly, and engineered to meet the demands of almost any application. Contact our team of specialists to learn more or to start your free quote.
Case Study:
Diesel Exhaust Removal
When Diesel Power Equipment Co. expanded their diesel repair operations to include welding and fabrication services for heavy machinery, their existing workspace presented a unique challenge. The shop's overhead jib crane, essential for handling large engine components, limited their options for traditional exhaust removal systems.
Fume-A-Vent designed a custom solution using articulating boom arms that provide 25-foot reach without compromising crane clearance. The pivoting design with cable balancers allows technicians to position hoses precisely for capturing diesel fumes and welding contaminants, then quickly stow them against the wall during equipment moves. This configuration maximizes both safety and productivity across their multi-service facility.
