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Industrial dust extraction systems are critical health, safety, and production assets in woodworking, manufacturing, and industrial environments. They remove harmful airborne dust, fumes, and particulates at source—protecting employees, machinery, and facilities while ensuring compliance with UK health and safety regulations, including COSHH and HSE HSG258.
At Gable Business Finance, we specialise in dust extraction finance for UK workshops and manufacturers, arranging Hire Purchase, Finance Lease, Operating Lease, Refinance, and Debtor Finance for new and used extraction systems. We frequently beat dealer finance, particularly on bespoke, fixed, or centrally installed systems that traditional lenders struggle to assess.
This guide explains how dust extraction systems work, why they are essential, and includes a machine-specific finance FAQ tailored to extraction equipment.
A dust extraction system is designed to capture, transport, filter, and collect airborne contaminants—such as wood dust, metal particles, silica, fumes, and fine particulates—at the point of generation.
Unlike general ventilation, dust extraction focuses on local exhaust ventilation (LEV), removing contaminants before they disperse into the workspace.
Typical systems consist of:
Capture hoods or extraction arms
Ducting and airflow control
High-powered extraction fans
Multi-stage filtration units
Collection bags, bins, or drums
The most effective dust control method. Capture hoods, shrouds, or arms are positioned:
Directly on machines
At cutting, sanding, or welding points
Around enclosed processes
Capturing dust immediately is far more effective than cleaning airborne dust later.
Industrial extraction units often feature multi-stage filtration, removing particles:
Down to 0.5 microns or finer
Including respirable and carcinogenic dust
Filtered air may be:
Safely recirculated into the workshop, or
Exhausted externally, depending on compliance requirements
High-efficiency fans move contaminated air through:
Fixed or flexible ducting
Cyclone separators
Collection bags, bins, or compactors
Proper system design ensures consistent airflow and suction across all machines.
Dust extraction protects workers from inhaling hazardous materials such as:
Wood dust (a known carcinogen)
Metal and welding fumes
Silica and composite dust
Reducing exposure lowers the risk of respiratory illness, long-term disease, and workplace claims.
Dust extraction systems help businesses comply with:
COSHH regulations
HSE guidance HSG258
Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) requirements
LEV systems typically require thorough examination and testing every 14 months.
Effective extraction:
Extends machine life by preventing dust ingress
Reduces downtime and maintenance
Improves surface finish quality
Fine dust is highly flammable. Extraction systems:
Reduce dust accumulation
Lower fire and explosion risk
Improve insurance compliance
Dust extraction systems range from:
Small, mobile extractors for single tools
Fixed workshop systems
Fully bespoke, central extraction plants for manufacturing facilities
LEV systems are specifically designed to control hazardous substances at source and are often mandatory for:
Woodworking
Welding and metal fabrication
Chemical or composite processes
Ideal for:
Smaller workshops
Multi-tool environments
Flexible or temporary setups
They offer high manoeuvrability with professional-grade filtration.
Designed for:
High-volume, continuous production
Multiple machines connected via ducting
Automated manufacturing lines
These systems are often custom-designed and permanently installed.
Costs vary depending on scale, filtration level, and installation:
Portable extractors: £500 – £3,000
Small fixed workshop systems: £5,000 – £15,000
Central / bespoke industrial systems: £20,000 – £100,000+
Used extraction equipment: Significant savings available
Because extraction systems are essential but capital-intensive, finance is widely used.
Hire Purchase is a flexible and cost-effective alternative to overdrafts or bank loans, ideal where long-term ownership is required.
How HP works for extraction systems:
Fixed or variable repayments
Payments matched to operational cashflow
Immediate system installation and use
Ownership transfers at the end
Key benefits:
Capital allowances usually claimable
Interest payments tax deductible
VAT typically recoverable upfront (subject to VAT status)
Simple, clear documentation
HP is common for fixed and central extraction systems.
Finance Lease is tax-efficient and helps keep cash free for other business needs.
Key features:
Rentals matched to cashflow
Fixed or variable rate options
Payments aligned with asset depreciation
VAT payable on rentals, not upfront
End-of-term options:
Retain the system for a nominal annual rental, or
Sell and retain most of the proceeds
Operating Leases focus on lower monthly costs and balance-sheet efficiency.
Advantages:
Residual value reduces monthly payments
Fixed costs for the agreement term
Off-balance-sheet treatment
VAT payable only on rentals
Often used where systems may be upgraded as regulations or production change.
If you already own an extraction system outright, refinance allows you to:
Unlock its current market value
Release working capital
Fund upgrades or expansion
Repayments are fixed and matched to cashflow, with no impact on bank facilities.
Debtor Finance releases cash tied up in unpaid invoices, helping fund:
Mandatory extraction upgrades
LEV improvements
Workshop expansions
It works particularly well alongside extraction and machinery finance.
Yes. Many businesses finance extraction systems specifically to meet COSHH and HSE requirements, spreading the cost while achieving immediate compliance.
Absolutely. Gable regularly funds bespoke, ducted, and permanently installed extraction systems, which many banks struggle to support.
Hire Purchase suits fixed, long-term systems.
Finance Lease suits higher-value or upgradeable systems where flexibility matters.
Yes. Extraction is often financed alongside CNC machines, sanders, presses, and briquetting systems under one structured agreement.
No. Asset finance is usually separate from bank lending, preserving overdrafts for day-to-day operations.
Dust extraction systems are often misunderstood by lenders due to their fixed installation, bespoke design, and compliance role.
Gable Business Finance provides:
Specialist expertise in woodworking and industrial equipment
Funding for new and used dust extraction systems
Access to lenders comfortable with LEV and fixed installations
Flexible options: HP, Finance Lease, Operating Lease, Refinance, and Debtor Finance
Clear, simple documentation
The ability to beat dealer finance in many cases
Dust extraction is not optional—it is essential for safety, compliance, and long-term operational efficiency. With the right finance structure, UK workshops and manufacturers can install compliant, high-performance extraction systems without restricting cashflow.
By working with Gable Business Finance, you gain access to tailored, competitive funding solutions designed specifically for industrial dust extraction and workshop safety equipment.