Dust Collector Controller
Unlock Full Control of Any Dust Collector
And Gain System-Wide Insights
(greenBOX User Interface with Dust Collector Controller connected)
See Everything in Real-Time
The Dust Collector Controller (DCC)
The Ecogate Dust Collector Controller can save facilities up to $10,000 annually on a 200 HP collector by cutting both electricity use and manual operation. Compatible with any dust collector, it works by automatically shutting down all dust collector motors when workstations are idle and restarting them as soon as machines become active.
Every motor in your dust collector — from the main fan to the airlock — is VFD-controlled for precise speed management, smooth starts, and unlimited start/stop cycles. Built-in stall, underload, and overload protection safeguards against mechanical faults, broken belts, or blockages, while reducing mechanical stress, lowering peak demand charges, and extending equipment life.
Comprehensive Sensor Suite:
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Averaging Air Velocity/Air Volume
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Filter differential pressure
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Fan total static pressure
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Ambient air temperature, and humidity for Winter Mode
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Optional External Dust sensor (calibrated PM1, PM2.5, PM10 level)
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Air quality (TVOC, eCO2)
Wiring a Dust Collector Controller
Technical Highlights
Module + Specification
Processor Board
ARM-based embedded controller, purpose-built by Ecogate for dust-collector duty
Enclosure
UL-rated industrial panel
Inputs
3 × 4-20 mA, 4 × digital (if more inputs is required multiple interface boards can be used)
Outputs
4 × dry-contact relays (if more inputs is required multiple interface boards can be used)
Communications
RS-485 (Modbus RTU Master to control VFDs, Modbus Slave for communication with greenBOX control unit)
OTA Security
TLS-protected firmware sign & apply; automatic firmware update via greenBOX
The Dust Collector Interface a Monitoring-Only Option
Need monitoring only? The Ecogate Dust Collector Interface delivers the same sensor package and APL logic as the Dust Collector Controller—without VFDs for motor control. The control board is identical to the Controller, so you can add VFDs later using the built-in Modbus Master. Install it to get real-time data, alarms, and remote dashboards immediately.
​Averaging Air Velocity/Air Volume
Filter differential pressure
Fan total static pressure
Ambient air temperature & humidity (automatic Winter Mode keeps filter bags from freezing)
Optional External Dust sensor (calibrated PM1, PM2.5, PM10 level)
Air quality (Air Quality Index IAQ 0-500, bVOC, eCO2)
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