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AGET Manufacturing – Authorized Rep in Indiana Since 1955

If you need a durable, low-maintenance dust collector for metalworking or fabrication, AGET systems are one of the most proven solutions. As the authorized rep for AGET Manufacturing in Indiana, Collectors & Filters provide direct access to one of the industry’s most trusted names in industrial dust and mist collection.

AGET has been building dust and mist collectors in Adrian, Michigan since 1938. And we have been selling, installing, and supporting their equipment for decades. When a shop calls us with a compressed air problem or a filter that keeps blinding, AGET is usually the first call. We spec and install AGET systems throughout our Indiana territory. Whether it’s a single cyclone or a complete baghouse setup, we handle what you need as a single point of contact.

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AGET vs. Typical Industrial Collector Brands

Side by side feature comparison of AGET Manufacturing dust and mist collectors versus typical industrial competing brands.
Feature AGET Manufacturing Typical Competing Brand
Shaker cleaning YES, zero compressed air required, self-contained mechanical cleaning Pulse-jet systems require continuous 90 to 100 PSI clean dry compressed air
Cyclone pre-separator standard YES, core of DUSTKOP design, removes up to 90% of coarse material before the filter Usually an add-on or unavailable, full dust load hits the filter directly
Pull-through fan design Fan wheel positioned after the cyclone, abrasive dust never reaches the fan blades Push-through designs expose the fan wheel to abrasive dust, causing erosion over time
Bolt-together cyclone construction YES, worn sections replaced in hours without cutting or welding Welded construction requires cutting, re-welding, hot work permits, and days of downtime
Filter life Longer, coarse material removed first means filters load slower and last longer Shorter, filters blind faster when carrying the full dust load
Equipment longevity Units routinely run 30 to 50+ years in production environments with normal maintenance Many modern collectors are designed for 10 to 20 year lifecycles before replacement
Noise level Quieter, shaker cleaning has no solenoid valve firing cycles Pulse-jet solenoid firing creates repetitive noise throughout the shift
MISTKOP mist collection Mechanical impingement design, no rotating drum, no bearings to fail, no disposable cartridges Centrifugal drums fail at the bearings, cartridge units require frequent media replacement
Combined chip and mist collection NM and SNM Series handle chips and coolant mist in a single unit at the machine Two separate units required, doubling floor space, installation, and maintenance
Installation simplicity Bolt-together construction, a maintenance technician can install without a specialized contractor Many systems require certified installation, adding cost and scheduling delays
Serviceability Simple mechanical design, standard parts, no proprietary tooling required Proprietary components common, can require factory service or special order parts

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AGET Manufacturing, founded 1938, Adrian Michigan. Made in USA. Authorized Rep: Collectors and Filters, Whitestown, Indiana. Contact us for sizing and application support: 317-910-1497.

Best For

  • Woodworking and cabinet shops with wood dust and chips
  • Aluminum upcut saws and metal cutting operations
  • Metal grinding, deburring, and finishing
  • CNC machining centers with coolant mist and oil smoke
  • Vocational and school shop programs with tight budgets
  • Bakery, grain, and food processing with shaker cleaning
  • Facilities without reliable compressed air supply
  • Small to mid-size shops under 35,000 CFM
  • Direct replacement of legacy AGET Dustkop units

Not Ideal For

  • Welding and weld fume applications
  • Combustible dust applications requiring Kst 300+ explosion protection
  • Laser and plasma cutting with spark management requirements
  • Hexavalent chromium or corrosive mist applications
  • High-temperature process streams above 250 degrees
  • Applications needing ASME-code pressure vessels
Every facility is different. Collectors & Filters sizes and specs the right AGET unit for your application, matching airflow, dust type, and facility conditions to the right model across AGET's 600+ DUSTKOP and MISTKOP configurations.
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AGET Manufacturing 

The product line includes over 600 collector models, ranging from compact 1/3 HP units for small fabrication shops to industrial-grade 75 HP systems for high-volume productions. Indiana manufacturers across the production and fabrication environments rely on AGET systems.  See our dust collection guide for manufacturing and production and our guide on industrial ventilation systems.

AGET DUSTKOP systems are widely used in woodshops and cabinet shops across Indiana, see our woodshop dust collection guide for sizing recommendations.

AGET Manufacturing produces collector that are compliant NFPA 660 (combustible dust), NFPA 484 (combustible metals), and NFPA 652/654 (fundamentals)

Every unit ships from Adrian, Michigan. Parts are stocked. When something needs to be replaced, we’re not waiting on a container from overseas.

As an authorized AGET Manufacturing supplier, we provide technical consultation to help select the right collector for your application, along with ongoing support for installation, maintenance, and parts throughout Indiana.

ABOUT AGET MANUFACTURING

AGET builds collectors to last. These aren’t catalog items assembled from imported components, they’re welded in Michigan and built the way industrial equipment used to be built. Features of these custom built collectors include:

  • High Efficiency Design
  • Heavy-duty Industrial Grade Construction
  • Spark-Resistant Aluminum Alloy Fan Wheel on Direct Drive Units
  • Bolt-Together Cyclone Construction for Easy Part Replacement
  • Structural Steel Unit Frame and Support Stand
  • Powder Coated Finish

AGET DUSTKOP & MISTKOP 

AGET builds two distinct product lines, the DUSTKOP dust collectors and the MISTKOP mist collectors. Both manufactured in Adrian, Michigan and built to handle real industrial conditions for decades and decades.

DUSTKOP handles dry dust: wood, metal, foundry, and general manufacturing. Over 600 models from 1/3 HP to 75 HP, with a pull-through fan design that keeps abrasive dust away from the fan wheel and bolt-together cyclone sections that are field-replaceable without cutting or welding.

MISTKOP handles coolant mist and oil smoke from CNC machining, grinding, and metalworking. No rotating drum, no bearing failures, no expensive cartridge replacements. The MistKop’s mechanical impingement capture that runs with minimal maintenance.

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As an experienced AGET Manufacturing rep, Collectors & Filters, Inc. supports manufacturers across Indiana and surrounding states with engineered dust collection solutions.

AGET systems are trusted for wood dust, metal dust, mist collection, and industrial air filtration applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose AGET over other dust collector manufacturers?

AGET wins on three things: no compressed air required, over 600 models to match the exact application, and a 3-year filter warranty that most competitors will not touch. For facilities without reliable compressed air, AGET is often the only practical option. For shops that have been burned by undersized or oversized systems, the model depth means we can match the unit to the actual CFM requirement without forcing a compromise.

What size AGET dust collector do I need?

The correct size AGET dust collector is based on required airflow in CFM, not building size. Most systems range from 1,000 to 20,000 CFM or more depending on the number of pickup points and dust type. Undersized systems cause poor capture and rapid filter loading, so proper airflow and static pressure calculations are critical. See our complete guide to industrial dust collection for more on sizing, or contact us with your machine list and we will give you a real number.

What is a DUSTKOP dust collector and what makes it different?

DUSTKOP is AGET's proprietary line of industrial dust collectors built around a pull-through fan design with spark-resistant aluminum alloy fan wheels and heavy-duty welded construction. What makes it different is the shaker-cleaned baghouse design, no compressed air, no solenoids, no pulse valves to fail. Over 600 models from 1/3 HP to 75 HP means there is a right-sized unit for nearly every application without over-specifying. All DUSTKOP systems are manufactured in the USA.

When is AGET the right choice and when is it not?

AGET is a strong fit for woodworking operations because the cyclone pre-separator handles heavy chips and shavings while the afterfilter captures the fine dust fraction. That combination keeps filters clean longer and delivers consistent airflow across the whole system. It also works well for metal grinding, CNC machining, food processing, and general industrial dust collection under 35,000 CFM. AGET is not the right fit for high-volume weld fume extraction, applications requiring Kst 300+ explosion protection, laser and plasma cutting with spark management requirements, or processes with stream temperatures above 250 degrees. We will tell you upfront if a different system is the better answer.

How does AGET compare to pulse-jet dust collectors?

Pulse-jet collectors use compressed air bursts to clean filters on the fly, which works well in continuous high-volume applications but adds compressed air infrastructure, solenoid valves, and timer boards that require ongoing maintenance. AGET's shaker-cleaned design has no compressed air components, the cleaning mechanism is mechanical and simple. For facilities without reliable compressed air, or operations that cannot afford pulse valve failures during production, AGET is the more dependable choice. When pulse-jet is the better fit, we recommend ACT Dust Collectors for applications requiring MERV 15 filtration or continuous cleaning during production.

What is the difference between the AGET FT Series and FH Series?

The FT Series handles lower-volume applications from 300 to 7,000 CFM and is the right unit for smaller shops, single-machine connections, and production environments where space is tight. The FH Series is built for higher-volume industrial production applications from 1,500 to 30,000+ CFM and is designed for large production facilities, multiple machine connections, and centralized systems. Both use the same pull-through fan design and bolt-together cyclone construction. If you are on the border between the two, we size to the actual CFM requirement and do not push you into the larger series unnecessarily.

What is the AGET 3-year filter warranty and what does it actually cover?

AGET offers free filter replacement for 3 years on DUSTKOP systems, not a prorated credit, actual replacement filters. Most competitors offer 1 year or less. The warranty requires a completed Application Review form at purchase and documented routine maintenance. It is not automatic and it is not a marketing gimmick, AGET uses it to confirm the right unit was selected for the application. If the system is properly sized and maintained, the filters will hold up and the warranty will not be needed. Contact us for full terms.

Can AGET handle combustible dust applications including aluminum and magnesium?

Yes, with the right configuration. For aluminum shavings and chip-generating operations, AGET's ChipMist collector is the correct specification. It combines a cyclone separator for the heavy chip load with a mist collector as the afterfilter, handling both the metal chips and the oil mist generated in the same airstream. For combustible metal dust applications, equipment selection must follow a dust hazard analysis. We pair AGET systems with FLAMEX spark detection and suppression where required. Do not buy a dust collector for aluminum or magnesium dust without a dust hazard analysis regardless of the brand.

What gauge ductwork works best with AGET systems for abrasive dust?

For light wood dust and general particulate, standard 22 or 20 gauge galvanized duct is adequate. For abrasive materials like metal grinding dust or heavy chip conveying feeding into an AGET system, we recommend 18 gauge minimum and 16 or 14 gauge at elbows and high-wear transitions. We specify Nordfab ductwork alongside the AGET unit so the full system is built for the actual dust type, not just the collector.

Can I get parts and filters for an older AGET unit that is still running?

Yes. AGET supports their equipment long-term and parts are available for legacy units going back many years. Collectors & Filters stocks common replacement filters and wear parts and can source replacement components for older systems still in service. Contact us with the model number and we will track down what you need.

What maintenance does an AGET dust collector actually require?

Routine maintenance on a DUSTKOP system is straightforward: empty the collection drum or bag on a regular schedule, inspect filter bags for wear or blinding, check fan bearings and belt tension where applicable, and verify that all access doors and seals are tight. The shaker-cleaned design has no compressed air components, solenoids, or timer boards to service, which is one of the main reasons facilities with lean maintenance teams choose AGET. Following the maintenance schedule is also required to keep the 3-year filter warranty valid.

Where can I buy AGET dust collectors in Indiana?

Collectors & Filters in Whitestown, Indiana is your Indiana AGET contact. We size the system, spec the right model, and support the equipment for the life of the installation. We are not an order-taker, if AGET is not the right fit for your application we will tell you and point you to what is. Call 317-910-1497 or use the contact form.

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