Review Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Well, in this case the new book spurred our item on static electricity which of course prompted our story on spontaneous combustion. In this issue of ShortCuts Book Review, the authors have nailed the subject of dust control perfectly. Most of us woodworkers know of the dangers of sawdust, the toxicity, the static dangers, the mess etcetera. The books' editors have listed an excellent selection of shop vacuums describing the pros and cons of each. A necessary blast gate for portable vacuums is described and machines with tool activated switches are featured as well. Beefing up your shop vacuum and cutting down on the noise are chapters that are a must-read. Determining the size of a built-in dust collection system for your particular shop could be a big money saver along with the chapter on installation tips. This is an excellent book and should be consulted before even considering some sort of dust collection gear. --Woodworker From the Back Cover Control the Dust and Breath Easier Wood dust in not only messy and annoying, it can pose countless health and safety hazards in the home workshop. Weekend woodworkers can develop allergies that will only worsen with increased exposure, and any random spark can turn a pile of dust into a serious fire hazard. Getting wood dust-especially the fine dust-under control is a critical and necessary step in any productive woodshop. As part of the Tool Smarts Series from American Woodworker, Woodshop Dust Collection is a must-have book for all woodworkers, regardless of skill level. It covers everything you need to know to set-up a safe, clean, work environment. This helpful guide includes expert information on: " The five simple rules for a dust free shop " Finding the right vacuum for your workspace " How to minimize dust from portable power tools " Dust collection systems, air compressors, and air scrubbers " Practical solutions for making tools work cleaner See all Product description
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