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title: Dust Bags & Sealing Solutions Contain Dust and Reduce Fugitive Material
description: A conveyor belt receiving material was dealing with a significant amount of fugitive material, with fine particles remaining suspended in the air.
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# [Dust Bags & Sealing Solutions Contain Dust and Reduce Fugitive Material](https://blog.martin-eng.com/problem-solved-papers/dust-bags-sealing-solutions-contain-dust-and-fugitive-material)

 Written by [Martin Engineering](https://blog.martin-eng.com/problem-solved-papers/author/martin-engineering) | April 17, 2025 at 8:39 PM

### Problem

At a major cement plant located in Pacasmayo – Peru, a critical issue was   
identified on a 30” wide conveyor belt receiving material from six feeders.   
In this area, a significant amount of fugitive material was generated, with   
fine particles remaining suspended in the air. This condition adversely   
impacted conveyor components and posed health risks to personnel   
performing inspections and maintenance activities.

### Solution

After a detailed evaluation, an integrated solution was implemented   
through the installation of a single chute, unifying the six loading points.   
To control fugitive material, [dust collection bags](https://www.martin-eng.com/content/product/225/dust-bag) were installed after each   
loading zone, [dual-lip skirting](https://www.martin-eng.com/content/product/184/apronseal-double-skirting) was used for efficient sealing of fine   
material, and [support/sealing beds](https://www.martin-eng.com/content/product_subcategory/475/conveyor-belt-support-products) were installed at each loading point to ensure effective containment.

### Results 

As a result, a significant [reduction in airborne dust](https://foundations.martin-eng.com/en/knowledge/dust-management) and fugitive material   
on the conveyor was achieved. The material remained confined within   
the loading chute, thanks to the efficiency of the implemented system   
and the preventive maintenance with periodic adjustments to the   
skirting, thereby improving safety, cleanliness, and operational conditions   
in the loading zone.

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