Dust Explosions, NFPA 660, and Why Safety Still Isn’t “Fixed”

Grain dust explosion caught on camera. Five injuries. No fatalities. But what if the next one is worse? In this episode of OnAire, Jordan and Taylor break down a recent explosion at a grain facility in Sunray, Texas and discuss what really causes these events and why the secondary explosion is often the most devastating part. You’ll also hear: ✅ What the new NFPA 660 standard means for dust safety ✅ How one moment of dust buildup can trigger disaster ✅ A surprising student-led dust explosion experiment using coffee creamer ✅ Real talk on tariffs, pricing pressure, and how SonicAire is staying committed to customer safety ✅ What it’s like to be on the NFPA Combustible Dust Technical Committee If you work in grain, ag, food, or any industry dealing with combustible dust, this episode is a must-watch. Dust is no joke. Seconds matter. And standards are changing. Stay with us to the end for a big-picture look at where the dust safety world is going next—and how you can stay ahead of it.