Skip to main content

Construction and civil projects often generate airborne dust during excavation, demolition, crushing and bulk material handling. Without proper dust control, this can create safety risks, reduce visibility and lead to environmental compliance issues.

Mist cannons provide an effective dust suppression solution by releasing a fine mist that captures airborne dust particles before they spread across the site.

Opt Hire’s mist cannon systems help control dust in high-activity work zones, improving site safety while supporting environmental compliance across construction, infrastructure and mining projects.

How Mist Cannon Dust Suppression Works

Mist cannons control airborne dust by spraying ultra-fine water droplets that bind with dust particles, bringing them safely back to the ground.

Our systems use high-pressure atomisation and a water-powered fan to project mist across active work zones. Requiring no electricity, Opt Hire mist cannon are quick and easy to deploy, rapidly managing ever changing dust conditions.

Benefits of Mist Cannon Dust Suppression

Mist cannons are widely used across construction and civil works because they offer efficient and targeted dust control.

Key benefits include:

  • Effective Airborne Dust Control: Fine mist captures airborne dust before it spreads across work areas or leaves site boundaries.
  • Improved Site Safety: Reducing airborne dust improves visibility for operators and protects workers from inhalation hazards.
  • Environmental Compliance: Mist cannons help manage dust emissions and meet environmental regulations.
  • Flexible Coverage: Units can be positioned to target specific high-dust areas, such as demolition zones or material stockpiles.
  • Reduced Water Usage: The fine mist approach allows for effective dust control while using less water than traditional spray methods.

Key Features of Our Mist Cannon Systems

Opt Hire mist cannon units are designed to provide reliable dust suppression while remaining easy to operate across changing site conditions.

Key features include:

  • Water-powered fan with high-pressure atomisation
  • Compatible with powerwashers up to 250 Bar
  • No electrical power required
  • Adjustable spray angle for targeted dust control
  • Quiet operation suitable for urban environments
  • Lightweight mobile design for flexible deployment

These features make mist cannons a flexible solution for managing airborne dust across construction and demolition worksites.

Mist Cannon Technical Specifications

Opt Hire mist cannon systems are built to deliver high-performance dust suppression across demanding environments.

Typical operating specifications include:

Specification

DT400

Maximum Pressure

250 Bar

Maximum Water Volume

25 L/min

Water Atomisation

4–8 L/min

Tilt Angle

0–42°

Air Flow

Up to 90 m³/min

Fan Diameter

400 mm

Dimensions

1000 × 820 × 960 mm

Weight

51 kg

The system operates using high-pressure water flow between 100 and 250 Bar, producing atomised mist at flow rates between 12 and 25 litres per minute depending on site requirements.

Approximately 60% of the water drives the fan system, generating the airflow needed to distribute fine droplets. The water can then be recycled back to the powerwasher or discharged, ensuring controlled water delivery during dust suppression.