Biomass dust extraction systems

Managing biomass dust isn’t optional—it’s essential for keeping your business safe, efficient, and compliant. Fine particles such as wood dust pose serious health risks, from respiratory illnesses and allergic reactions to long-term conditions like cancer. Many forms of biomass dust are also highly combustible, leading to an increased risk of fires or explosions in poorly ventilated areas.

Outside of the workplace, fugitive dust emissions can escape into surrounding environments to breach air quality regulations and put nearby communities at risk. This may result in fines, litigation or even forced shutdowns.

Wood processing and sawdust handling

Milling, pelletising and grinding create high volumes of fine, airborne particles if left unmanaged.

Storage and transport

Silos, conveyors and hoppers disturb settled dust, increasing airborne exposure that can impact the safety of your business.

Ash residue from biomass combustion

Fine ash left over from burning biomass poses respiratory and visibility hazards to your business.

Landfill gas and biogas operations

Dust and vapours are released during organic waste breakdown and fuel recovery. Similarly, our dust collection solutions in farms address a similar problem where material behaviour and airflow require precise, site-specific controls.

Exploring Mideco’s leading biomass dust extraction solutions

At Mideco, we offer end-to-end systems designed for complex biomass environments. Our solutions are used in both standalone applications and integrated setups across diverse sites. Whatever solution you need, find it with us: 

• Wood dust collector systems: Built to handle fine, dry particles generated in timber and pellet facilities.
• Custom biomass dust extraction units: Engineered for transfer points, storage, and combustion-related areas.
• Burnley® Baffles: Proven technology for reducing dust emissions during tipping and unloading.
• Dust scrubbers and Mideclones: Capture fine particulate and sticky residues efficiently, particularly in high-moisture conditions.
• HEPA filtration and air management: Maintain breathable, clean indoor air across enclosed processing spaces.

Our approach mirrors the industry-specific systems we’ve delivered for dust collection solutions in quarries and other dust-intensive sectors.

Call on our expertise, and see the difference

With over 70 years of experience in industrial dust extraction, Mideco is trusted by high-risk industries across Australia and beyond. We provide industry-leading solutions for a wide range of biomass fuels, including wood, agricultural waste, landfill gas and biogas—each requiring a specialised approach to manage dust safely and effectively.

Our systems are all Australian-made and manufactured in-house so that quality, durability and compliance can be promised. From reducing emissions and mitigating explosion risks to supporting long-term WHS compliance, our solutions are proven to deliver real-world results. We also offer expert support across multiple sectors, from dust collection in pharmaceuticals to dust collection solutions in mines.

Let’s solve your biomass dust challenges

From wood dust collector systems to advanced scrubbers and engineered air management, Mideco helps biomass facilities run cleaner, safer and more efficiently.

Contact our specialist team today for expert biomass dust extraction solutions—it’s time to protect your business, your workforce, and your future.