Donaldson BOFA filter systems are used in a wide range of industries.
Find out which filtration system will be suitable for your needs. If you need help with selecting the right filtration unit, please contact us!
Laser processing
ADVANTAGE range of products from Donaldson By removing particulates and vapours generated during laser processes, BOFA ensures a safe working environment.
Our advanced ADVANTAGE extraction systems remove contaminants invisible to the human eye, generated by CO2 laser systems, solid-state YAG lasers or next-generation fibre optic technologies.
Features such as advanced exhaust filtration, airflow control and our revolutionary intelligent operating system (iQ) mean that our equipment helps to look after the health of laser systems, reducing wear and tear on their components, minimising the risk of costly production downtime and lowering the cost of operating laser stations,
Standard applications:
- Laser coding and marking
- Laser engraving and cutting
- Laser welding
Electronic industry
Our solder fume extraction systems are designed for single or multi-operator stations that produce fumes containing resin particles and gaseous organic compounds.
Exposure to rosin-based solder fumes is one of the most important causes of occupational asthma, creating the potential for permanent and irreversible health effects. Our product range includes two types of systems: direct tip extraction, the 'T' series, for high-pressure/low-airflow soldering processes; and the 'V' series for low-pressure/high-airflow electronic processes, with features such as three-stage filtration, advanced airflow technology and filter status display to maintain clean air and high efficiency.
Standard applications:
- Hand soldering
- Automated soldering
- Bonding/pouring
Printing inks, varnishes, adhesives and cleaning solvents can affect health, so it is very important not to inhale fumes and mists and that chemicals do not come into contact with the skin.
Donaldson BOFA PrintPRO technology captures and removes MEK, ketones and ozone from UV applications and is designed for large format printing, inkjet (CIJ) (both solvent and UV), dye sublimation and postal applications such as UV coating, hotmelt adhesive bonding - known to produce particulate and gaseous organic compounds.
Standard applications:
- Sublimation printing
- Inkjet printing
- UV printing
- Large-format printing
3D printing
The high temperatures generated in some 3D printing processes contribute to the formation of gases and particles that are harmful to the operator's health.
Donaldson BOFA's 3D PrintPRO models provide effective fume extraction and filtration. Compact in size, advanced technology with optional fume velocity control, they effectively help to maintain a cleaner print area and significantly improve operator safety.
Standard applications:
- 3D printing
- Direct metal laser sintering
- Melt fibre production
- Production of laminated objects
- Selective laser melting
- Selective laser sintering
Mechanical processing
Mechanical processing of components poses a number of serious health and safety risks.
These risks include eye injuries caused by dust and filings, as well as respiratory diseases and skin problems. The Donaldson BOFA models in the DustPRO series remove chips and smaller particles during milling, mechanical engraving, grinding or turning.
Standard applications:
- Laser cleaning
- CNC machining
- Drilling
- Grinding
- Mechanical engraving
- Retrieved from
- Joint cleaning
Pharmaceutical and medical industry
There are many health risks in the pharmaceutical and medical industries.
Some of these risks are related to work in the development of new medicines, chemical control, tablet pressing and coating, fluidised bed drying, spray drying, mixing and granulation.
Donaldson BOFA's innovative FumeCAB series offers a composite HEPA filter with gas filter, advanced carbon filter technology (ACF) and operational compliance with HSG258 guidelines. An antistatic (ESD) coated version is available.
Cosmetic surgeries
The cosmetics industry creates many health problems related to particulates and offensive odours.
From the solvents in nail polish removers to the liquids and dust associated with nail processing and keratin-based treatments, the cosmetic industry poses many health risks from particles and odours that can cause skin diseases, occupational asthma and nausea.
Donaldson BOFA's PureBEAUTY range combines sleek design with innovative salon-friendly solutions. The units incorporate efficient pre-filters with large carbon filters designed specifically for salon environments, providing enhanced performance, operator safety and low cost of ownership.
Standard applications:
- Nail treatments
- Hair salon treatments
Dental surgeries
Toxic fumes and particulates produced during CAD / CAM production, pose a risk to dental technicians of irritation to the eyes, skin and mucous membranes, as well as occupational asthma, liver poisoning and fertility problems.
Donaldson BOFA DentalPRO under-table and on-table systems remove harmful dust and particles with features such as multi-stage filtration, digital speed control and volatile organic compound (VOC) sensors.
Standard applications:
- CAD / CAM production
- Production of implants and crowns
- Dental milling
- Dust collection
- Manual processing of implants
- Monomer processing