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NIOSH-Developed Dustinator Reduces Airborne Dust and Silica at Mine Sites

May 2026
DHHS (NIOSH) Publication Number PubNumber 2026-102

The Dustinator is a commercially available compact dust collection system that reduces airborne dust and respirable crystalline silica at mine sites. It was developed as part of a research collaboration between NIOSH and Benetech Inc. It is designed for retrofitting onto bins, tanks, and conveyor systems.

Suggested Citation

NIOSH [2026]. NIOSH-Developed Dustinator Reduces Airborne Dust and Silica at Mine Sites. Spokane, WA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2026-102.