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Cabinet & Casework Manufacturing Dust Collection Systems

CABINET & CASEWORK MANUFACTURING

Is Your Dust Collection Keeping Up With Your CNC, Edgebanders, and Sanders?

US Duct engineers dust collection systems for cabinet and casework manufacturers — from the pickup at each CNC router, edgebander, and wide-belt sander to the collector. Sized for fine MDF and particleboard dust, built in the USA, and quoted within 24 hours.

Cabinet and casework manufacturing — kitchen and bath cabinets, commercial casework, store fixtures, and closet systems — puts two very different waste streams through one dust collection system. Nested-based CNC routers, panel saws, and edgebanders cutting MDF, particleboard, and melamine produce large volumes of fine, light dust. Moulders, shapers, and door machines on solid-wood face frames and doors produce heavy chips. Wide-belt sanders add some of the finest dust — and highest CFM demand — in the plant. US Duct designs cabinet shop ductwork and casework dust collection around each machine, the material it cuts, and how many machines run at the same time, so every drop pulls the airflow it needs.

THE Problem

Did Your Dust Collection System Grow With Your Cabinet Shop?

Most cabinet and casework shops add equipment one machine at a time — a nesting CNC, a second edgebander, a bigger sander — and tie each one into a duct system designed for a smaller plant. Suction drops at the far end of the line, fine MDF dust settles in the mains, and combustible dust builds up where no one is looking.

  • Is your CNC router pulling enough CFM to clear fine MDF and particleboard dust from the table and the spoilboard?
  • Do your edgebanders’ multiple small pickups get consistent suction, or do trimming chips pile up under the machine?
  • Is your wide-belt sander getting the airflow its manufacturer specifies — or is it starving the rest of the system?
  • Is fine dust settling in low-velocity runs where it creates a combustible dust hazard?
  • Was your system designed with awareness of NFPA 664 and OSHA combustible dust guidance — or just pieced together?
  • How much labor and downtime go into emptying bags, barrels, and bins every shift?
THE SOLUTION

Dust Collection Engineered Machine by Machine for Cabinet and Casework Manufacturers.

US Duct designs cabinet shop dust collection around your actual floor plan, machine list, and production schedule — not a generic rule of thumb.

  • Systems designed with Total Cost of Ownership optimization.
  • Each drop sized from port area and transport velocity, using only the machines that run at the same time.
  • Transport velocity held through the mains so fine MDF and particleboard dust stays airborne to the collector.
  • Clamp-together duct that installs up to 70% faster and reconfigures when you add or move a CNC, edgebander, or sander.
  • Heavy-gauge duct options for abrasive and high-wear runs from moulders and door machines.
  • Legend Inline Separators that capture up to 90% of debris before it reaches the collector, extending filter and bag life.
  • Collectors, rotary airlocks, quick-change hoppers, and explosion isolation designed with awareness of applicable NFPA and OSHA standards.
  • A full 3D layout, static pressure calculations, and bill of materials in DuctQuote before anything ships.
THE Benefits

What Should a Cabinet Shop Expect From Its Dust Collection System?

Cabinet manufacturing runs on tight schedules and clean panels. A properly engineered system keeps every machine pulling, keeps dust out of the air and off the finish, and grows with the shop.

Consistent Suction at Every Machine

Compliance Awareness (NFPA 664 / OSHA combustible dust)

Reduced Downtime and Bag Changes

Room to Grow

The process

Easy Order Process. From Design to Delivery.

Design
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Engineered to Your
Specific Application
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Build
Manufactured in USA to
Your Exact Specs
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Shipped Securely. On Time. To Your Job Site
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WHO WE SERVE

solutions for the People Who Keep Operations Moving

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For Dealers

Fast quoting, dependable lead times, and products your customers can count on. We help you keep projects moving and customers coming back.

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For Engineers

Technical support, configurable solutions, and performance-focused ductwork designed to fit complex applications and system requirements.

Engineering support for system design
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For Contractors

Simple installation, reliable fit-up, and responsive support that helps crews stay efficient in the field and on schedule.

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For Facility Operators

Practical solutions built to improve airflow, reduce maintenance, manage waste, and keep production running smoothly.

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FEATURED PRODUCTS

Products Engineered for Cabinet & Casework Manufacturing.

Every component is built in the USA to work as part of an integrated cabinet shop dust collection system.
Clamp-together duct joint with gasketed over-center clamp
Quick Clamp Clamp-Together Duct
Rolled-lip, gasketed clamp duct. Installs up to 70% faster and adjusts in the field.
Manual Air Tight Blast Gate
Floor Sweeps
Floor-level pickup for cleanup around benches and machines.
Clear thermoplastic flex hose for machine connections
Thermoplastic Flex Hose
Clear flex hose for the final connection to the machine. Keep runs short to limit static pressure.
Pivoting ball joint for dust collection duct
Ball Joints
Pivoting connection that follows moving machine heads without stressing the duct.
Swivel joint for dust collection duct
Swivel Joint
Rotating connection for drops that need to turn as the machine moves.
Legend Inline Separator with viewing spool
Legend Inline Separator
Captures up to 90% of debris before the collector. Fewer bag changes, longer bag life.
Legend Quick-Change Hopper for dust collector bag changes
Legend Quick-Change Hopper
Self-sealing hopper for faster, cleaner bag and barrel changes.
Dustek Model C750 Dust Collector
Legend Industrial Rotary Airlock
Explosion Isolation Valve
DUCTQUOTE 3D DESIGN

SEE YOUR SYSTEM BEFORE IT’S BUILT.

Computer-generated sizing
Interactive 3D models
Static calculations
24-hour quotes
Fast proposal generation
Online project management
Free web-based tool
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Have Questions About Cabinet Shop Dust Collection?

How much CFM does a cabinet shop dust collection system need? ⌄
It depends on your machines and how many run at once. Each drop is sized as port area times transport velocity — for example, a 6" port at 4,000 FPM needs roughly 785 CFM, and a 5" port about 545 CFM. Add up only the machines that run simultaneously, then account for wide-belt sanders and CNC routers, which often carry the highest CFM requirements in the shop. Send us your machine list and layout and we’ll size it for you.
What transport velocity does MDF and particleboard dust need? ⌄
Fine, dry dust from MDF and particleboard is typically held around 3,500–4,000 FPM in branches and mains so it stays airborne. Heavier chips and damp waste from solid-wood machining usually call for 4,000–4,500 FPM. Velocity that drops too low lets fine dust settle in the duct, which hurts suction and creates a combustible dust hazard.
How do you collect dust from a nested-based CNC router? ⌄
CNC routers cutting sheet goods generate large volumes of fine dust at the spindle and across the table. US Duct sizes a dedicated drop to the router’s dust-hood port and CFM requirement, keeps the connection short with static-dissipative flex hose, and balances it against the rest of the system so the router gets full airflow whenever it’s running.
Why do edgebanders lose suction, and how do you fix it? ⌄
Edgebanders have several small pickups — pre-milling, end trim, flush trim, scraping — that all need balanced airflow. When an edgebander is tied into an undersized branch, the farthest pickups starve and chips build up. We size each pickup and the branch feeding it so the full machine pulls evenly.
Is cabinet shop dust a combustible dust hazard? ⌄
Yes. Fine dust from MDF, particleboard, and solid wood is combustible, and woodworking facilities are addressed by NFPA 664 and OSHA combustible dust guidance. US Duct designs duct construction, velocities, collector location, and isolation with awareness of these standards. Your dust hazard analysis and the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) set the specific requirements for your facility.
Can I add a new CNC or edgebander to my existing dust collection system? ⌄
Often, yes — if the collector has capacity and the mains can hold velocity with the added load. We review your existing collector’s static pressure and CFM, model the new drop, and recommend whether to tie in, re-size a main, or add a collector. Clamp-together duct makes the change much faster than cutting into welded or spiral duct.
Do you design dust collection for commercial casework and store fixture plants? ⌄
Yes. Commercial casework, store fixture, and closet system manufacturers run the same panel-processing equipment as cabinet shops — CNC routers, beam saws, edgebanders, and sanders — often at higher volume and with more solid-surface and laminate work. US Duct sizes each machine drop and the mains for your production mix, and designs the system to expand as lines are added.
How quickly can US Duct quote a cabinet shop dust collection project? ⌄
US Duct offers a 24-hour turnaround on quotes. Dealers and engineers can also use DuctQuote, our free 3D design tool, to lay out the system, run static calculations, and generate a quote and install order directly.
WHAT our CUSTOMERS SAY

Trusted by Industrial Professionals

We do a lot of dust collection systems across the country. From very small, single indoor collectors connecting to a single machine to the largest plants in the Southeast connecting dozens of machines to 100K CFM collectors, we lay out and install systems of all sizes. One constant in those systems is the dust pipe, engineering, and excellent service we get from US Duct. Their designers are accurate and thorough, their materials are the highest quality and their service is prompt and professional. US Duct is our "go-to" for dust pipe, engineering, and all things ductwork.

Clark P.

Woodworking

Working with US Duct has been a fantastic experience for me and our team at J and G Machinery. We transitioned several years ago from our supplier Nordfab to US Duct and this experience has proven to be one of the best decisions for our company. The quick response, accurate 3D drawings for each project, pricing, and just the overall understanding of the support we needed as a company has been a huge determining factor in that this decision was correct for us as a company. Also, [the US Duct] team provide us with the ability to clearly articulate ideas and feedback which contributes to our team's overall effectiveness and success in the field. By doing this, it allows us to convey to our customers the correct dust pipe layouts that best fits what they are looking to achieve within their facility.

Steve M.

Woodworking

US Duct was great to work with. The design process was simple and they took the time to get everything dialed in for our shop. The 3D drawings made reviewing the ducting design very easy. It only took a day to get the entire system together. Would definitely recommend to any other cabinet shop owners out there.

Andrew

Woodworking

We run planers, sanders, and CNC equipment all day. The system has handled the airflow demands without becoming a maintenance headache.

John C.

Woodworking

Before switching to US Duct, cleanup around our CNC routers was a constant battle. The new system helped improve airflow consistency and dramatically reduced dust buildup across the shop.

Jason T.

Woodworking

I appreciate the service greatly. We are big fans of your duct system, very gratifying to see quality service behind a quality product.

Mike H., Furniture Builder

Woodworking

Working with US Duct is fantastic. Their quality of character is very much why US Duct is our partner. They bring amazing support, speedy service and are truly a pleasure to work alongside. Hats off to you!!

Kyle R.

Woodworking

Adolfo is a professional in his craft. He is easy to work with and efficient. He is prompt in providing the information you need to help with install deadlines.

Jennifer N.

Woodworking

Everything came together nicely, I like the idea that I'll be able to add easily to the system if needed.

Anonymous High School Teacher

Woodworking

I wanted to share my experience working with US Duct. I have worked with US Duct from the time Steve McDaniel left his previous employer many years ago. I have enjoyed a close working relationship and excellent service with all the staff I have worked with at US Duct. [Duct] has provided stellar service and support.

Dan B.

Woodworking

I wanted to give you a heads up I just spoke to Upstate Door, and they are super happy you and your team made the pickup of their product all work out as this is my largest customer, and plan on trying to pipe the entire factory once they get all the workflow changes done and this will definitely put a feather in your hat!!! We probably do not tell you enough that we always appreciate all that US Duct does because it has become a common practice for you to go the extra mile !! Thanks Again, Kyle.

Lee C.

Woodworking

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