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Marco Nguyen

Marco Nguyen

Airflow metrics, sealed suction under load, filter media performance, hose losses

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About

I test shop vac systems against actual messes: silica, drywall dust, and slurry. My benches track CFM, sealed suction, and hose losses so recommendations reflect reality, not labels. Expect data, tolerances, and clear pass/fail thresholds.

Core Beliefs

Performance is a system; the weakest link sets the result.

Background

During a bathroom demo, our first vac choked on fine silica, then leaked through a 'HEPA-style' bag. The only setup that worked was a true HEPA bag, pre-separator, and a tight 27 mm hose. After that day, I started measuring CFM and sealed suction with gauges, not guesses.

Perspective

I favor measurable airflow and containment over brand loyalty.

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