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A downdraft table is a smart solution that helps create a safer and cleaner workplace

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Think of it as a workbench with superpowers—it pulls harmful fumes, dust, and particles straight out of the air while you work. Whether you're welding, cutting or grinding, it gets the job done by tackling those nasty pollutants right at the source.

The biggest win? Your health. A downdraft table reduces pollutants in the air around you, so you’re not breathing in harmful stuff all day. It’s a simple way to protect yourself and your team while staying focused on the task at hand.

In addition to promoting health and safety, a downdraft table helps you keep your workspace clean while you’re working with tools. That’s exactly why they’re so popular.

Discover how our downdraft tables can improve your workspace.

 

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What is a Downdraft Table?

A downdraft table is designed to keep your workspace clean and safe. It works by pulling harmful dust, fumes, and particles down through the work grid while you work, capturing pollutants directly at the source before they spread into the air. Depending on the type of downdraft table, the filters are either part of the table itself or the table is connected to ductwork leading to an external filtration system.

If you’re welding, the heat causes fumes to rise quickly, making the optional backdraft panel a must-have. It works alongside the downdraft system to capture those fast-rising fumes, keeping the air clean and your workspace safe. It’s an easy way to protect your health and stay on top of safety!

 

Key advantages

  • Versatile downdraft table for various applications
  • For light and heavy-duty usage
  • Easy maintenance
  • Stand-alone or connection to external filter
  • Backdraft kit for fast rising fumes (optional)
  • Automatic start/stop (optional)
  • Automatic filter cleaning with compressed air (optional)

Reviews of our customers who bought our downdraft tables

The Plymovent downdraft table used at 'Scholen aan Zee', an occupational training institution in theNetherlands.
The Plymovent downdraft table used at 'Scholen aan Zee', an occupational training institution in theNetherlands.

Plymovent's downdraft tables are used in all kinds of industries to create cleaner, safer workspaces—and we’ve got some great examples to show you!

  • Education and Training
    Technical schools, like this one, rely on downdraft tables to keep students safe from harmful fumes during hands-on training. Another technical school was thrilled with the effectiveness of the combined downdraft and backdraft system.
  • Welding and Metal Fabrication
    Businesses of all sizes benefit from effective fume extraction. For instance, this welding workplace uses Plymovent’s tables to capture fumes and dust, ensuring a healthier environment.
  • Manufacturing and Industry
    Even facilities with strict demands, like this one, trust Plymovent for reliable dust and fume control.

These examples highlight how versatile and practical Plymovent’s downdraft tables are, making them a top choice for anyone serious about workplace safety and clean air.

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Key Benefits

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Health and Safety

Downdraft tables protect workers by capturing harmful airborne contaminants directly at the source, reducing exposure to hazardous particles. This ensures cleaner air, minimizing health risks and provides a safer working environment for employees in industrial settings.

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Efficiency and Productivity

By extracting the dust and airborne particles during the metalworking, workspaces are cleaner. In addition the downtime caused by poor indoor air is reduced. The efficient design of the downdraft tables help businesses comply with safety regulations, allowing teams to work more productively in a well-maintained environment.

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Versatility

Downdraft tables can be used for various industrial tasks, such as welding, grinding, cutting and soldering, provided the necessary accessories are available. This flexibility makes the downdraft tables a practical solution for diverse industries.

Applications of downdraft tables

A Plymovent downdraft table used for welding and grinding
A Plymovent downdraft table used for welding and grinding

Plymovent’s products can be used for:

  1. Welding
    • Perfect for capturing welding fumes, whether it’s light or heavy-duty work.
  2. Grinding
    • Keeps your workspace clean by removing dust and particles during grinding tasks.
  3. Plasma Cutting
    • Tackles fumes and fine dust during plasma cutting, especially with the optional plasma cutting work grid.
  4. Soldering
    • Great for getting rid of fumes and particles while soldering.

For 2 other applications, please contact a Plymovent office to find out the available options. These include:

5. Light flame spraying

6. As a dedicated polishing station

 

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Our downdraft tables

Models and specifications

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Downdraft table for light applications

This downdraft table is ideal for occasional usage (few hours per week) in e.g. small workshops or welding schools. It can be used for soldering, grinding, cutting and TIG-welding. Light stainless-steel welding is possible with the optional HEPA filter. The table has integrated filters.

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Downdraft table for heavy-duty applications

This downdraft table is recommended for welding professionals. This table can handle daily, intensive usage. Stainless steel welding is possible with the optional HEPA filter. The table has integrated filters. An optional movement sensor can automatic start/stop the device. Compressed air cleans the filter cartridges when the pressure drop reaches a maximum, which prolongs the filter lifespan.

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Downdraft table for plasma cutting

The work grid on this downdraft table can withstand plasma cutting with a current of maximum 50 A. In addition this table can be used for welding and grinding activities. Depending on the variation, the unit can be used from occasional to daily usage. The table has integrated filters and an optional movement sensor can automatic start/stop the device.

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Downdraft table suited for ductwork

This downdraft table needs to be connected with ductwork to an external fan and filter. There are variations available that support plasma cutting and soldering, welding and grinding activities. And variations for heavy-duty applications and for occasional usage.

Why choose our tables?

DraftMax with accessories: Silencer, Hepa kit, working light
DraftMax with accessories: Silencer, Hepa kit, working light

Plymovent downdraft tables are a smart choice if you value a clean, safe, and efficient workplace. Here’s why they stand out:

  • Effective Source Extraction
    Plymovent tables capture harmful substances like welding fumes, dust, and vapors directly at the source, ensuring cleaner air and protecting your health.
  • Versatile Applications
    Whether you’re welding, grinding, soldering, plasma cutting, light flame spraying or in need of a dedicated polishing station, Plymovent has a table that fits your job and industry. With additional upgrades like the backdraft kit, to capture welding fumes or the HEPA filters for stainless steel welding, you can tailor them to your exact needs.
  • Durable and Reliable
    These tables are built to last and meet strict standards, giving you a safe and sustainable solution you can count on.
  • Customized Solutions
    Plymovent offers various models, such as the DraftMax Eco, Basic, and Ultra, along with optional accessories like a working light, silencer and wheelset. This ensures there’s a table perfectly suited to your workflow. To ease the maintenance, the filter replacement can be done from the front side.

By choosing Plymovent downdraft tables, you’re investing in better air quality, increased productivity, and a healthier work environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are downdraft tables, and how do they work?
    • Downdraft tables are workbenches with built-in extraction systems that pull fumes, dust, and particles down through a perforated surface. They capture harmful pollutants directly at the source, keeping your air clean and your workspace safe. Ideal for welding, grinding and plasma cutting.

       

  • What materials can they filter or capture?
    • Downdraft tables efficiently filter and capture materials like welding fumes, grinding dust, and vapors from soldering or plasma cutting. With the right accessories and filters, they handle both fine and coarse particles, making them ideal for industries working with metal. If your company is using light flame spraying or in need of a dedicated polishing station, please contact Plymovent to find out the available options.

 

  • How to maintain a downdraft table effectively?

    • To maintain a downdraft table, regularly clean or replace filters to ensure optimal performance. Empty the dust drawer regularly. Check for dust buildup on surfaces and in corners, and clean as needed. Inspect the system for wear or damage. Proper upkeep extends the table’s lifespan and keeps air quality high.

     

  • How do the spark arrester and automated filter cleaning work?
    • Below video demonstrates a DraftMax down- and backdraft table with 3-way spark arrester and automated filter cleaning.

 

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