What Makes Up A Vehicle Exhaust Removal System?
Vehicle exhaust removal systems efficiently capture and eliminate harmful emissions generated by a wide range of vehicles, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, buses, and more. Exhaust removal systems capture emissions directly at the source - drawing contaminated air away from the work area. These systems are crucial in maintaining air quality and protecting the health and safety of technicians and other staff members working in and around automotive repair and maintenance facilities.
Vehicle exhaust emissions contain a variety of harmful pollutants, including carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter (PM), and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Prolonged exposure to these pollutants can lead to respiratory problems, cardiovascular diseases, and other detrimental health effects. By removing vehicle exhaust from the work environment, staff members can work more comfortably and productively, reducing the risk of health-related absences.
Workshops, garages, and other auto repair and maintenance facilities involve confined spaces with limited air circulation. In these environments, vehicle exhaust emissions emit from a localized source, such as the tailpipe or tailpipes of a vehicle. These exhaust emissions can quickly reach high concentrations, presenting immediate safety risks. Vehicle exhaust removal systems are necessary for several reasons, primarily because ventilation is insufficient in effectively removing vehicle exhaust emissions.
A vehicle exhaust removal system is made up of various components, including exhaust hoses, tailpipe adapters, fans, and ducting that work together to capture exhaust. Each of these components plays a pivotal role in the system's operation, ensuring the effective removal of harmful emissions and a safe and healthy work environment.
Vehicle Exhaust Removal System Components
Hose Reels
Hose reels retract using a spring or motor and remove exhaust with an exhaust hose, tailpipe adapter, and ductwork or direct mount fan.
Hose reels provide convenience by storing exhaust hoses out of the work area when not in use and making them easy to access when required. Hose reels allow operators to easily extract vehicle exhaust without the hazard of hoses and cables on the ground.
Hose reels are available in three styles: Spring Operated, Motorized, and Oversized.
Spring Operated Hose Reels are manual and require the operator to pull the exhaust hose down off the reel, locking the spring into place. Motorized Hose Reels are fitted with a wall switch or remote control to raise and lower the exhaust hose by the motor. Oversized Hose Reels can be very large and may require floor-mounting.
• Spring Hose Reels
• Motorized Hose Reels
• Oversized Hose Reels
Overhead Systems
Overhead Systems are user-friendly and affordable solutions that accommodate various application demands. These systems incorporate many hose types, ranging from high-temperature silicone to medium-temperature polyester.
Overhead system lifting configurations are available in two styles: rope & pulley and spring cable balancer.
A rope and pulley overhead system is equipped with an exhaust hose that clamps directly to ductwork and is stored using an elbow joint to suspend the hose.
A spring cable balancer overhead system also features an exhaust hose that clamps directly to the ducting system and is stowed using a cable balancer to suspend the hose.
• Rope & Pulley Overhead System
• Spring Balancer Overhead System
Boom Arms
Boom arms are excellent for workshops and facilities with overhead cranes or high ceilings that prevent the option for overhead exhaust removal systems. Boom arms store against the wall when not in use and swing out over and between bays when needed.
Typically, a simple overhead system is attached to the boom arm and stored with either a rope and pulley system or a spring balancer.
Boom arms are available in two different styles: Pivoting and Articulating. Pivoting boom arms provides a simple, more ridged solution. Articulating boom arms provide ultimate flexibility when workstations or vehicles may not be clearly defined.
Exhaust Hoses
Exhaust hoses play a pivotal role in a vehicle exhaust removal system. Our product range includes exhaust hoses manufactured for various vehicle types, from standard passenger vehicles to diesel trucks.
We offer a variety of options, including hose reel hoses, simple drop hoses, and high-temperature/specialty hoses.
Fume-A-Vent exhaust hoses are versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications, with temperature ratings ranging from 400°F to an impressive 2010°F, making them the best on the market.
Tailpipe Adapters
Tailpipe adapters transfer hot vehicle exhaust from the nozzle through an exhaust hose and outside, away from the building or facility. Nozzles connect to tailpipes with clamps, vice grips, locking hand dampers, or a hook and chain.
With specialty applications like diesel trucks, you may need a vertical tailpipe adapter. We recommend dual-purpose nozzles for mechanics or auto body shops that work with both horizontal and vertical exhaust hose tailpipes.
Tailpipe adapters are available as Standard Undercarriage Exhaust Nozzles, Vertical Stack / Undercarriage Exhaust Nozzles, and Vertical Stack Exhaust Nozzles.
• Standard Undercarriage Tailpipe Adapters
• Vertical Stack / Undercarriage Tailpipe Adapters
• TPA-06 Vertical Stack Tailpipe Adapters
• Candy Cane Vertical Stack Tailpipe Adapters
Exhaust Fan / Blowers
Exhaust fans and blowers move exhaust emissions through a hose and away from the workshop or facility. Pressure blowers and hose reel mount fans play a key role in vehicle exhaust removal systems because they draw emissions away from the source during the extraction process.
We carry Pressure Blower Series and Hose Reel Mount exhaust fans, ranging from 1HP to 25HP.
Vehicle Exhaust Ducting
Ducting is crucial in the efficiency and effectiveness of vehicle exhaust removal. Vehicle exhaust ducting transports emissions away from the source and exhausts contaminated air safely outside and away from the workshop or facility.
EDGE® System duct fittings provide a tight fit to ensure a proper seal. EDGE® duct easily slip-fits into spiral ductwork and has an operating temperature rating of -20°F to 212°F.
EDGE® vehicle exhaust duct and fittings are designed per SMACNA's Duct Construction Standards (+10” W.G.).
• 4" Vehicle Exhaust Duct
• 5" Vehicle Exhaust Duct
• 6" Vehicle Exhaust Duct
• 8" Vehicle Exhaust Duct
Well-designed vehicle exhaust removal systems are fundamental in establishing cleaner and safer workplaces for individuals working in confined spaces where exhaust emissions can quickly accumulate.
From the convenience of hose reels and versatility of overhead systems, to the flexibility of boom arms and durability of exhaust hoses, each component of an exhaust removal system serves a crucial role in the overall effectiveness. Contact our specialists for more information about vehicle exhaust removal or to get started on a free customized quote.
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