ADVANCED DUST SUPPRESSION

SUPERIOR DUST SUPPRESSION POWERED BY INNOVATION

ABOUT PEGSIL

PEGSIL is a brand that is offered and supplied by JTI Partners.

The PEGSIL Mission: To supply industry with innovative dust control additives that support them making their operations as safe and a and sustainable as possible.

PEGSIL was developed to enhance mining safety by improving the performance of dust control. This patented, safety focused polymer additive technology is safe, biocompatible, eco-friendly, and self-cleaning, specifically designed for dust suppression applications. Created by Rubber Nano Products, PEGSIL represents cutting-edge innovation, integrating molecular science with expertise in physics, chemistry, biology, materials science, and engineering.

PEGSIL effectively reduces fugitive airborne dust and seals surfaces to prevent dust generation, delivering superior results that contribute to safer and cleaner working environments.

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Pegsil Benefits

SUSTAINABILITY FOCUSED

DE-RISKS OPERATIONS

IMPROVES WORKING
CONDITIONS

WILL NOT HARM THE
ENVIRONMENT

POTENTIAL WATER AND
POWER SAVING THROUGH
IMPROVING SYSTEM
EFFICIENCY

BIOCOMPATIBLE

LOW DOSE REQUIRED

DYNAMIC REGENERATIVE

INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY

SUPPORTS
MAINTENANCE

EASY TO USE

NO CAPITAL

EXPENDITURE REQUIRED

Why PEGSIL

Mining operations generate significant amounts of dust, posing a hazard to workers and requiring robust control measures to comply with safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment. PEGSIL represents a transformative advancement in dust suppression and control across the mining industry.

Dust management in mining presents considerable challenges, as existing methods often fail to achieve optimal safety and efficiency. Many conventional dust control solutions, such as standard wet scrubbing, struggle to effectively capture fine respirable particles—the most hazardous to worker health. Moreover, these systems can be water-intensive, increasing operational costs and environmental impact. Despite their widespread use, traditional methods often fall short of meeting the evolving safety and sustainability demands of the modern mining industry.

Dust-related respiratory issues remain a critical concern, leaving workers vulnerable simply by performing their jobs. In regions without strict legislative controls on dust exposure, these risks are even greater.

PEGSIL offers a safer, more effective alternative. With its safe, biocompatible, and eco-friendly formulation—requiring only low concentrations—PEGSIL helps mining companies protect their workforce while enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing environmental impact. As a trusted solution, PEGSIL supports the creation of safer, cleaner, and more sustainable mining environments worldwide.

Iron Ore Unloading at Gyratory Crusher - Without A PEGSIL Dust Control System.

this video showcases the challenges of dust generation during the iron ore unloading process at a gyratory crusher, emphasizing the critical need for effective dust suppression and control to safeguard worker safety and maintain operational efficiency.

WHY PEGSIL

Dust is dangerous

The respiratory system is constantly at risk from exposure to various types of dust. Many lung diseases caused by inhaling harmful workplace dust are irreversible, making prevention the most effective way to protect workers. The best safeguard is eliminating dust from the air entirely. In this case, the principle of "prevention is better than cure" holds especially true.

METALLIFEROUS DUST

The mining of tin, iron ore, copper, gold, nickel, silver, and zinc generates metalliferous dust, both underground and on the surface. This dust is produced during extraction, drilling, hauling, crushing, stockpiling, and processing of minerals.

Metalliferous ores such as silver, uranium, and nickel contain toxic dust that can severely impact the respiratory system. Harmful compounds can also be absorbed into the bloodstream through the alveolar walls, posing a serious risk to multiple organs and body tissues. This exposure can lead to severe lung inflammation and long-term health complications.

ASBESTOS DUST

Asbestos dust poses significant health risks. It originates from asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral composed of flexible, heat-resistant fibers. When inhaled, these microscopic fibers can become lodged in the lungs, leading to severe diseases such as asbestosis and cancer.

No level of asbestos exposure in the workplace is considered safe, making strict control measures essential to protect workers' health.

COAL DUST

Coal mining generates coal dust, whether underground or at the surface. This dust is present in the air wherever coal is mined, stored, or loaded for transport.

Inhalation of coal dust can lead to coal workers’ pneumoconiosis, commonly known as black lung disease, which impairs lung function. Although safety standards aim to limit exposure, coal dust often contains silica, further increasing health risks.

SILICA DUST

Crystalline silica dust is generated in industries such as mining, tunnelling, and quarrying through activities like blasting, sieving, drilling, crushing, and transporting silica-containing rocks.

Inhalation of silica dust can cause silicosis, a serious lung disease that leads to breathing difficulties. Even brief exposure to high levels of silica dust can result in acute silicosis, while long-term exposure increases the risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), tuberculosis, kidney disease, and autoimmune disorders.

WHY PEGSIL

Respirable dust

SIZE = PM10

Dust particles of 10μm or less are small enough to penetrate the gas exchange regions of the human lungs.

We are talking small—very small...

Smaller than a single grain of pollen
Smaller than a white blood cell
Smaller than a single grain of salt
Smaller than the width of a human hair
So small they are invisible to the naked eye

WHY PEGSIL

dust IS CREATED ACROSS MINING OPERATIONS

Drill & Blast
Excavation
Comminution
Transportation
Transfer Points
Crushing & Grinding
Screening
Stock Piles & Storage
Tailings

OPERATIONS RISKS CAUSED BY DUST

High Risk Respiratory Issues
Workers Short- & Long-Term Health
Safety
Environmental
Production loss
Profit loss
Legal Repercussion

PEGSIL offers safe and highly effective dust control. With its biocompatible, eco-friendly formulation and low concentration requirements, PEGSIL enables mining companies to protect their workforce, improve operational efficiency, and minimize environmental impact. PEGSIL is a trusted partner in creating safer, cleaner, and more sustainable mining environments worldwide.

HOW DOES PEGSIL WORK

PEGSIL is a safety focused polymer additive technology that is safe, biocompatible, eco-friendly, and self-cleaning. It not only enhances dust suppression but also improves the safety and cleanliness of mining environments.

PEGSIL transforms water into an effective dust control solution by reducing its surface tension, which enhances the process of agglomeration. When PEGSIL is dosed and diluted into water, the resulting mixture is pumped and atomized through spray nozzles. The reduction in surface tension creates smaller water droplets, which experience less air turbulence. This results in a higher rate of dust particles coming into contact with the water + PEGSIL mixture, facilitating their bonding, consolidation, and agglomeration. The agglomerated dust particles form a larger combined mass, causing them to fall from the air.

10 Times Reduction In Respirable Dust Exposure

It is noted that the use of PEGSIL as an additive achieves results up to 10 times more effective than water alone in the removal of respiratory-damaging dust particles (PM-10), specifically in silica dust control.

THE IMPACT OF Pegsil WET SCRUBBING coal APPLICATION

52% increase in efficiency & 5 times reduction in respirable dust exposure

It is noted that the use of PEGSIL as an additive achieves results up to 5 times more effective than water alone in the removal of respiratory-damaging dust particles (PM-10), specifically in coal dust control.

APPLICATION

PEGSIL is highly effective in both above-ground and below-ground mining operations, delivering superior dust control to enhance worker safety. Furthermore, it is versatile and can be adapted for use in other industries, offering efficient, non-toxic dust suppression while improving operational performance across various sectors.

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Dust Creation and Control in Mining and Mineral Processing

Dust is generated at every stage of the mining and mineral processing industry, from extraction to transportation. At each phase of the operation, dust is produced and must be effectively managed to maintain a safe working environment.

Key Areas of Dust Generation:

Transportation

Comminution

Extraction
Continuous Mining
Power Generation
Mineral Transfer Stations

Loading
Unloading
Haul Roads
Conveyor Transition Points
Storage Stockpiles

Crushing
Screening
Milling

Effective dust control measures are crucial at these key points to reduce respiratory hazards and ensure safety in mining operations.

Mining

Above Ground

Above-ground mining and mineral processing operations, such as drilling, blasting, and excavation, generate significant amounts of hazardous dust. PEGSIL was specifically developed to address these challenges, providing innovative and highly efficient dust suppression that enhances working environments.

Below Ground

Below-ground mining operations, including tunneling, drilling, and coal extraction, generate substantial amounts of respirable dust that can pose significant health risks to miners. PEGSIL was specifically developed to address the unique challenges of underground environments, offering advanced and highly effective dust suppression solutions.

Other Industries

Industries such as demolition, quarrying, and construction generate significant amounts of dust, which can pose serious health and safety risks to workers. PEGSIL offers an innovative and highly effective solution for dust suppression in these environments, ensuring cleaner and safer workspaces.

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