The Situation
In the heart of Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), a leading multinational FMCG company operates a state-of-the-art tea blending facility. Every day, the aroma of freshly blended tea fills the air — but so does fine dust from the tea leaves. This heavy dust not only impacts air quality but also disrupts smooth operations across the plant.
The blending machines, equipped with multiple sensors and positioned close to the dust source, are particularly sensitive to buildup. Following the manufacturer’s strict guidelines, the plant’s team must clean these machines every 4 to 8 hours to maintain performance and prevent production interruptions.
Solution
To reduce downtime and improve operations, the plant sought Donaldson’s expertise. Initially, staff used compressed air for cleaning, generating excessive dust. Donaldson recommended the HV500 vacuum system for cleaning the tea packing machine every 8 hours.
In 2019, the plant upgraded its loose tea line with the Donaldson Torit DFE4-16V. The compact DFE collector was integrated into the black tea and packet tea line, while the HV500 vacuum system replaced compressed air for machine cleaning.
Donaldson® DFE4-16V
The new dust collector has significantly reduced explosive dust generated from tea leaves, contributing to the reduction of a serious safety risk in the workplace.
Economic Benefits: Supported revenue continuity by preventing production stoppages for machine cleaning and maintenance, and the vacuum system prevents dust particulates from blocking air conditioning systems to reduce further maintenance costs.
Environmental Benefits: Helped reduce the amount of dust in the plant, supporting compliance with JAFZA’s stringent emissions regulations.
Donaldson Filtration Solutions stands out not only for its advanced technology but also for its commitment to delivering comprehensive solutions. As a trusted partner, Donaldson has served the plant as its preferred supplier since 1997, solidifying this relationship with a global preferred supplier agreement in 2018.
This long-standing partnership is a testament to Donaldson’s ability to provide end-to-end solutions: From innovative dust collection systems that fit within limited spaces to advanced filtration technology ensuring lower emissions and higher efficiency. Donaldson's global reach, local support, and industry leadership make it the go-to choice for customers seeking reliable and efficient filtration solutions.
The customer continues to choose Donaldson because of its exceptional service, technical expertise, and proven ability to deliver measurable results.
