Dust Collection for Battery Manufacturing

Battery manufacturing for electric vehicles (EVs) and other applications produces toxic and combustible dust at many points in the process. Effective dust control is critical to protect people, processes and product quality.

The health risks of dust in the battery industry depend on the type and volume of dust generated. Some of the common symptoms of dust exposure include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. The fine dust particles generated during the process can contain toxic and harmful substances, such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel, and innovative materials of silicon and activated carbon, which can pose a risk if inhaled. Inhalation of these dust particles can cause respiratory irritation, inflammation, and damage to lung tissue, leading to respiratory problems such as bronchitis, asthma, and fibrosis. The specific health risks will depend on the battery type and the materials used in production. Many of the materials used in battery production are considered to be carcinogenic and may also have neurological or reproductive and developmental effects. Learn more about dust inhalation risks for different types of battery materials:

BATTERY PRODUCTION DUST AND COMBUSTION RISK

Combustible dust is a significant risk in battery manufacturing, as the production process can generate fine dust particles that can be combustible or explosive. The dust generated during the production process can come from a variety of sources, such as the mixing of powders, the cutting of electrodes,