In a search for innovative and efficient solutions to face environmental challenges in Brazilian mining operations, Treffer representatives were recently in Switzerland to strengthen a partnership with the company Frutiger by Moby Dick. The visit provided an in-depth insight into the technologies developed by the Swiss company, focused not only on vehicle washing, but also on effective dust control methods.
Frutiger by Moby Dick partner Andy welcomed the Brazilian representatives, presenting a comprehensive overview of the company and taking them through a detailed analysis of the quality and efficiency of the vehicle washer manufactured by the company. In addition to washers, the Swiss company stands out for its use of water cannons, equipment recognized for its effectiveness in reducing dust particles, providing a safer and healthier environment.
The partnership between the companies sparked enthusiasm, as they identified a gap in the Brazilian market for equipment that is truly efficient in reducing dust in mining environments. Dust abatement in mining companies has become a critical issue that requires greater attention and innovative solutions.
The problem of dust abatement in mining companies emerges as an urgent and essential concern that currently lacks the necessary attention and effective projects to address its root causes. The implications of the issue are related to the occupational health of workers, which is compromised by constant exposure to dust particles; and, the uncontrolled dispersion of dust that not only affects the areas surrounding mining companies, but also contributes to environmental issues on a broader scale, such as the degradation of air quality and the loss of biodiversity.
The subject gains relevance in the current context, especially after the notification from the company Vale due to the environmental situation in the city of Catas Altas, in the Central Region of Minas Gerais, where residents of the municipality were surprised by dust that left the sky gray. Some residents reported that every time there is a strong wind, waste from a Vale mine forms a cloud and spreads throughout the surrounding area, causing health problems for many citizens, as constant inhalation of dust can cause serious respiratory problems.
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Thinking of a solution that solves this problem at its root, it is believed that the equipment developed by Frutiger by Moby Dick can play a crucial role in reducing pollution and improving the quality of life of inhabitants, offering an effective response to the problem.
