In today’s global manufacturing environment, industrial operations often span multiple countries and regulatory frameworks. From U.S.-based OSHA and NFPA codes to European ATEX directives and FM Global requirements, compliance across borders can be complex—especially when it comes to air quality and dust control.
At CPE Filters, we engineer industrial air filtration systems that perform efficiently and also meet the full range of domestic and international safety standards. Whether you’re operating a single facility or a global production network, we help ensure your air filtration solution is ready for regulatory audits, insurance requirements, and on-the-ground safety expectations—no matter the location.
Why International Compliance Matters in Dust Collection
When it comes to air filtration and combustible dust, different regions of the world impose different regulations. Failing to meet even one of these standards can lead to denied insurance claims, regulatory penalties, or worse—major safety incidents.
Some of the most common and critical compliance frameworks include:
- OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) — U.S. regulations governing worker safety and exposure to airborne contaminants
- NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) — U.S. codes for handling combustible dust, explosion venting, and suppression
- ATEX (Atmosphères Explosibles) — European Union directive regulating equipment and protective systems in potentially explosive atmospheres
- FM Global — International insurance-based performance standards for industrial risk prevention
Each of these standards has different specifications for system design, explosion protection, electrical components, zoning, and maintenance protocols. For businesses operating internationally—or exporting equipment and products—compliance is not optional.
Designing for Compliance: CPE Filters’ Approach
We specialize in building industrial air filtration systems engineered from the ground up with global compliance in mind. Our process includes:
- Regulatory assessment – We analyze the regions in which your facility operates or distributes to identify all relevant compliance requirements.
- Component selection – We use certified components that meet ATEX, FM, and NFPA specs, including explosion vents, flameless venting, and spark detection.
- System zoning – Our engineers consider the classification of hazardous zones and ensure systems are safely installed and operated based on regional requirements.
- Documentation and testing – We provide detailed compliance documentation, airflow data, pressure drop calculations, and testing protocols to meet audit and insurance demands.
- Ongoing support – As standards evolve, we offer updates and retrofits to keep your system compliant long term.
Whether you’re outfitting a facility in North America, Europe, or beyond, we help you design a dust collection solution that protects people, meets legal obligations, and reduces liability.
Industries That Rely on Cross-Border Compliance
Many industries we serve operate globally, including:
- Pharmaceuticals and biotech
- Chemical manufacturing
- Food and beverage production
- Automotive and aerospace
- Battery and energy storage
In these sectors, air quality and explosion control are not just safety issues—they’re central to brand reputation, product integrity, and legal operations. Our custom-engineered filtration systems are designed with these stakes in mind.
Build an Air Filtration System That Checks Every Box
If your facility operates internationally—or is preparing to expand—you can’t afford to overlook the complex web of dust control regulations. At CPE Filters, we make it easy to stay ahead of domestic and global compliance requirements with reliable, custom-built industrial air filtration systems.
Contact us today to speak with a compliance-savvy engineer or request a quote for your next project.