OnAire with SonicAire

Dust Explosions, NFPA 660, and Why Safety Still Isn’t “Fixed”

Grain dust explosion caught on camera. Five injuries. No fatalities. But what if the next one is worse?
In this episode of OnAire, Jordan and Taylor break down a recent explosion at a grain facility in Sunray, Texas and discuss what really causes these events and why the secondary explosion is often the most devastating part.
You’ll also hear:
✅ What the new NFPA 660 standard means for dust safety
✅ How one moment of dust buildup can trigger disaster
✅ A surprising student-led dust explosion experiment using coffee creamer
✅ Real talk on tariffs, pricing pressure, and how SonicAire is staying committed to customer safety
✅ What it’s like to be on the NFPA Combustible Dust Technical Committee
If you work in grain, ag, food, or any industry dealing with combustible dust, this episode is a must-watch.
Dust is no joke. Seconds matter. And standards are changing.
Stay with us to the end for a big-picture look at where the dust safety world is going next—and how you can stay ahead of it.

Throwing Flags on Dust – Jerry Peters Talks Dust Safety, SonicAire, and the Truth About Pizza Boxes

Welcome back to the OnAire Podcast, where we dig into all things fugitive dust – that fine, floating troublemaker that sneaks away from your process and creates big risks in hard-to-reach places. In this episode, we’re joined by Jerry Peters, a 30-year safety veteran and former recycling industry pro, who shares real-world insight into the challenges of combustible dust – and how he tackled them with SonicAire Dust Control Fans.
👷‍♂️ Jerry spent over two decades in glass recycling and MRFs (Material Recovery Facilities), dealing with the constant dust that builds up in overhead spaces, causes safety concerns, and adds costly labor. From OSHA inspections to game-changing installations, Jerry walks us through the before-and-after of bringing SonicAire fans into his plant—and how it slashed cleaning time, improved air quality, and helped them stay compliant.
🔥 Topics We Cover:
What really happens when OSHA shows up for a combustible dust inspection
The true cost of manual overhead cleaning
Why SonicAire fans don’t just blow dust around—they stop it from building up
A hilarious (and true) story about dust so thick, you couldn’t see 5 feet ahead
The science behind Dynamic Particle Control (DPC)
Can greasy pizza boxes be recycled? (Spoiler: YES!) 🍕
Plus, we find out what it’s like reffing arena football and working side-by-side with the real gatekeeper of knowledge—Jerry’s wife.
🔧 Learn how SonicAire’s BarrierAire™ Technology proactively keeps dust out of the air and off your overhead surfaces: https://www.sonicaire.com

The Truth About Dust Collection: Are You Missing Half the Problem? - with Chuck Morrison

Dust collection is only half the battle! In this episode of OnAire by SonicAire, we dive deep into the evolution of dust management with Chuck Morrison, VP of Sales at SonicAire. Discover the critical difference between dust collection vs. fugitive dust control—and why ignoring airborne dust could put your facility at risk.
 
🔥 Topics covered:
✅ The history & future of dust management
✅ The biggest misconception about dust control fans
✅ How modern innovations like agglomeration are changing the game
✅ Why dust control is about more than just compliance—it’s about safety
 
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The Battle Between UL and SonicAire - with Taylor Andrews

Is your facility at risk for combustible dust hazards? SonicAire has spent years developing cutting-edge fan technology to prevent dust buildup—and now, our newest fan is Class II, Division 1 certified. But getting that certification wasn’t easy.
In this episode, Jordan sits down with Taylor Andrews, SonicAire’s Director of Operations, to pull back the curtain on the three-year battle to meet UL’s strict standards. You’ll hear:
🔥 Why some facilities must have Class II, Division 1 certified equipment🔥 The unexpected hurdles SonicAire faced (including endless rounds of testing)🔥 How this new certification opens doors for safer operations in industries like grain, feed, and manufacturing🔥 What’s next for dust control innovation
This is a must-listen if you want to stay ahead of safety regulations and protect your facility.
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