Booth Exhaust Systems for Heavy Equipment
Heavy equipment paint and prep areas rely on exhaust systems that can move air around tall, uneven and open-frame workpieces. Double D Mechanical installs, relocates and services booth exhaust systems with attention to filter banks, fan placement, duct routing, discharge location, make-up air and maintenance access.
Discuss your installationAir Capture Around Irregular Shapes
Frames, buckets, booms and guards create dead spots and shadowed areas inside a booth. Exhaust planning should consider where overspray or dust is generated, how operators move around the part and whether airflow reaches the work zone evenly enough for the process.
Fans, Filters and Duct Runs
The exhaust system includes more than a fan. Filter access, plenum condition, duct supports, transitions, vibration control and discharge routing all affect how the booth performs and how easily the system can be serviced.
Replacement Air and Building Pressure
A large exhaust fan can pull on doors, adjacent rooms and nearby finishing equipment. Make-up air location and volume should be reviewed with the exhaust layout so the booth does not fight the building.
Relocation and Retrofit Constraints
Existing booths may have useful structure but poor duct routes, crowded filter access or fans in hard-to-service positions. Retrofit planning looks at what can remain, what needs to move and where new penetrations or supports are practical.
Preliminary Review Items
The best starting point is a clear picture of the booth, the parts and the surrounding building.
- Booth size, airflow style and filter arrangement
- Largest parts and loading direction
- Current fan and duct locations
- Available make-up air path
- Roof, wall and structural constraints
Frequently asked questions
What problems point to an exhaust system review?
Poor visibility, overspray escape, hard door operation, uneven airflow, overloaded filters or noisy fan operation can all justify a closer look.
Can exhaust ductwork be rerouted during a plant change?
Yes, if fan capacity, supports, penetrations, discharge location, clearances and service access are reviewed with the new layout.
How does make-up air relate to exhaust?
The exhaust fan removes air from the booth. Replacement air has to enter in a controlled way so airflow direction and room pressure remain workable.
What access is needed near filters?
Operators need room to change filters, inspect seals, clean plenums and move used filters out without blocking the production aisle.
What information helps before a service visit?
Photos of the booth, fan, duct, filter banks, discharge point and surrounding obstructions help frame the walkthrough before measurements are taken.