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Fogging Machine (Fogger)

 
A fogging machine or, as it is sometimes described, a fogger is a device which creates an atomised spray containing disinfectant or other chemicals for sanitizing, cleaning or other applications. The machine uses air pressure which, together with flow of solution or chemicals, determines the consistency of the fine mist created. The effectiveness of the spray from the fogging machine is depends on the size of the droplets created, the smaller the droplet the more there are in any mist created and the better the coverage. The type of mist emitted is usually governed by a valve on the chemical fogging machine which controls the output and the diameter of the droplets. There is a time delay, after the fogging operation, to allow the chemical droplets to settle and take effect also for health and safety reasons.
 

Fogging Machine – Food Industry Applications

Foggers can be used inside or outside in a variety of situations in agriculture or the food process industry where sanitizing is a vital element. Chemical foggers are particularly important in environments such as the dairy industry (milking parlours), the pig industry (weaner sheds) and hatcheries for the chicken business, where any pollution of the workplace would be costly in time and money. Fogging machines are also crucial in sanitizing high risk food preparation areas where food, either processed or fresh is about to go to market and where the appropriate level of cleanliness is crucial.

Fogging Machine - Other Applications

Medical facilities can also have a use for foggers in areas which have specific hygiene requirements. They can also be used for humidifying in greenhouses or other areas where high humidity is required. Amongst other uses are, as a method of deodorising areas such as sewage treatment plants where odour control is required, or dust control in industries like mining to prevent airborne pollutants. Insect control is an increasing problem inside and outside. Chemical fogging machines can apply insecticide using the ultra low volume (ULV) method which creates extremely small droplets, to such an extent that they may not be visible to the naked eye, of concentrated insecticide to ensure full coverage and effective insect control.

Fogging Machine Types

Fogging machines can be portable or static, automatic or manual and have various designs suitable for particular applications. They vary in size depending on the operation required and normally have the chemicals or disinfectant contained within the body of the unit, however some units can be fixed directly on to a drum of insecticide or other chemical solution, for large scale operations. There are centralised automated systems electronically controlled for larger facilities

B & G Clean have a range of portable fogging machines which have an electric fan and require no other air supply, enabling the fogging operation to be carried out efficiently and with the minimum of inconvenience.

For Portable Fogging Machines or other Industrial Cleaning Equipment, contact B & G Clean who would be pleased to assist and offer advice about selection.