GB13691-2008
Code for the dust protecting technique of the ceramic production
陶瓷生产防尘技术规程
GB 13691-2008 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Code for the dust protecting technique of the ceramic production. It appears in the Food compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Dec 1, 2009.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard specifies the basic requirements and technical measures for dust protection in ceramic production. It is applicable to the design, renovation, and production management of raw material processing, forming, and firing in daily-use and architectural ceramic factories. Facilities involved in sagger, gypsum processing, and painting processes must also refer to this standard. It references standards like GB/T 16758 and GB 50019 for comprehensive compliance.
Technical requirements
The standard mandates comprehensive dust control strategies starting from plant layout to production processes. Facilities must adopt mechanized, continuous, and enclosed operations, prioritizing wet operations where permissible. Severe dust-emitting processes must not have fixed operator stations. Plant layouts should position dust sources downwind, and buildings must be designed to minimize dust accumulation and facilitate ventilation. Specific requirements are outlined for key production stages, including raw material processing, forming, and firing. For raw materials, processes like crushing, grinding, and packaging must utilize enclosed systems and local exhaust ventilation. During forming and firing, operations such as trimming, glazing, and kiln loading require strict dust suppression measures, including the use of exhaust hoods and wet methods. The standard details the design and maintenance of dust removal systems. It specifies requirements for exhaust hoods, piping, and dust collectors to ensure effective capture and purification of dust-laden gases. Regular maintenance and performance testing of ventilation systems are mandatory to maintain design efficiency. It also sets permissible concentration limits for dust in workplace air, particularly for silica dust. Beyond engineering controls, the standard enforces strict administrative controls and personal protection. This includes providing appropriate PPE, establishing health surveillance protocols for workers exposed to dust, and conducting regular education and training. Workplace dust concentrations must be monitored every three months.
Testing methods
The standard requires regular monitoring and testing to ensure compliance. Key assessments include measuring airborne dust concentrations in workshops every three months. Additionally, ventilation and dust removal systems must be evaluated every six months for parameters such as air volume, resistance, dust removal efficiency, and air leakage rate. Testing equipment must be regularly maintained and calibrated according to the standard's provisions.
FAQs
What products and facilities are regulated under GB 13691-2008?
GB 13691-2008 regulates ceramic production facilities, specifically targeting daily-use and architectural ceramic factories. It covers the entire production cycle, including raw material processing, forming, and firing.
Is GB 13691-2008 a mandatory standard?
Yes, all technical content within GB 13691-2008 is mandatory for applicable facilities operating in China.
Are there any updates from the previous version of GB 13691?
This 2008 version replaces GB 13691-1992. Key updates include restructuring the standard based on the production process flow, adding requirements for dust removal equipment maintenance, personal protection, and employee education and training.
The summary above provides a high-level overview of GB 13691-2008. To ensure complete compliance for your products and facilities entering the Chinese market, a precise and professional translation of the full technical specifications is essential. Purchase our high-quality English translation of GB 13691-2008 today to access all detailed parameters, equipment specifications, and testing procedures.
Applicability hints
- Type
- Safety
- CCS
- C72
- ICS
- 13.040.30
- Competent department
- National Health Commission
- Technical committee
- National Health Commission
Relationships
Replaces:GB 13691-1992