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Ideal Extraction Ltd

Ideal Extraction are specialist dust and fume extraction engineers working across various sectors.

20/10/2026

Ideal Extraction is backing a national campaign to encourage organisations to support local with their Christmas rewards and incentives.

The ‘Choose local. Make the switch’ campaign has been organised by Miconex, which provides town and city gift card programmes designed to encourage people to shop locally and keep more spending within the local economy.

The campaign highlights the positive impact that moving to local gift cards can have for communities across the country and features employers across the UK including Ideal Extraction.

Our Co-Director Helen Rhodes made the switch to the Ilkley Gift Card to offer staff more choice while showing their support for the town.

You can read more at Ilkley Business Improvement District at:

https://ilkleybid.co.uk/ilkley-employer-backs-major-shop-local-campaign-ahead-of-christmas-to-boost-local-businesses/

And you can read the Ideal Extraction Ilkley Gift Card Case Study here:

https://idealextraction.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Ilkley_CaseStudy-2.pdf

Photo: Heidi Marfitt Photographer

13/10/2026

We’re very happy to have been announced as a finalist in the ‘Best Micro Business (up to 10 employees)’ category at the Yorkshire Post Business Awards 2026.

It’s a real honour for the whole team and a fantastic highlight in what has already been an exceptionally busy year!

We can’t wait to meet and celebrate with the other micro businesses in our category:

Another Concept | Ben Ellis Pastry Chef & Chocolatier | DISH Hospitality | Ltt Group Limited | SIS Industrial Supplies |
The Rocking Horse Shop Ltd

The winners will be announced at a black-tie ceremony at New Dock Hall in Leeds on Wednesday 11th November so please keep your fingers crossed for us.

We’re looking forward to a great night in Leeds!

29/09/2026

We’ve had to get another team photo less than four months after the last one because our team just keeps growing!

So, introducing (yet again!) our new team photo, captured by the brilliant Heidi Marfitt Photographer.

We’re now a team of 10, following the recent addition of Debra Speight, our Executive Support & Projects Coordinator, who’s pictured sitting with the team.

For our clients, that growth means more capacity, expertise and support as we continue to take on new projects and help more businesses with their dust and fume extraction needs. It also means we can continue to give our clients the personal service and attention they’ve come to expect from us.

Want to get to know us a little better? Find out more about our directors, Steve Rhodes and Helen Rhodes, and the rest of the team on our website.

https://idealextraction.co.uk/about-us/

22/09/2026

Selecting the right dust extraction partner is vital for ensuring both the safety and efficiency of your operations. A reliable extraction system not only helps you comply with health and safety regulations but also optimises performance and supports sustainability.

But with so many options available, how do you choose the right provider for your business?

Our blog looks at what to consider when choosing a dust extraction provider, from technical expertise and system design to ongoing support and maintenance. It also highlights the key questions to ask before making your decision.

https://idealextraction.co.uk/choosing-the-right-dust-extraction-partner/

If you would like to discuss your extraction needs, contact us on 01943 700 007.

15/09/2026

Poor dust extraction could be costing your business more than you think.

Poorly designed or maintained extraction can lead to:

❌ Higher energy bills
❌ More machinery breakdowns
❌ Increased maintenance costs
❌ Production downtime
❌ Product quality issues and waste
❌ Greater health, safety and compliance risks

A properly designed and maintained extraction system can help you:

✔️ Reduce running and maintenance costs
✔️ Keep production moving
✔️ Extend the life of your machinery
✔️ Improve workplace safety
✔️ Reduce waste and protect product quality
✔️ Meet your compliance responsibilities
✔️ Adapt as your business grows

At Ideal Extraction, we design, install and maintain dust extraction systems around the specific needs of your business, helping you get better performance and more value from your investment.

When dust extraction is treated as an asset to the business rather than a tick-box exercise, the benefits can be felt across the entire organisation.

Read our latest blog to discover the hidden costs of poor dust extraction and how the right partner can help you avoid them.
https://idealextraction.co.uk/hidden-costs-of-poorly.../

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01/09/2026

We were on site recently for a regular inspection of a client’s filter unit, only to discover a massive accumulation of dust caused by a chain that had come off its running gear.

Instead of carrying out the planned service, our team had to empty the filter of dust and carry out emergency repairs to the drag link chain. Without this intervention, a breakdown would have been inevitable, resulting in a factory shutdown.

Thankfully, our team of experienced engineers can tackle these difficult jobs, to get the plant up and running.

Regular inspection and maintenance of your filter unit is essential to maintain a safe workplace and keep your extraction system running smoothly.

To learn more about ensuring a safe workplace, and health and safety in dust extraction systems, visit:

https://idealextraction.co.uk/health-safety-and-compliance-in-dust-extraction-systems-ensuring-a-safe-workplace/

25/08/2026

We have a new addition to the Ideal Extraction team!

We’re delighted to welcome Debra Speight as our new Executive Support & Projects Coordinator.

Debra brings a wealth of experience to the role, having spent many years working as a P.A. and Office Manager across a range of professional services companies.

Working alongside our P.A. Caz A Stewart, her role will provide additional organisational, administrative and project coordination support across the business, working closely with our Directors and the wider Ideal Extraction team.

But what does this mean for our customers?

As Ideal Extraction continues to grow, Debra’s appointment will help us keep projects running smoothly, strengthen communication and coordination, and ensure our customers, suppliers and contractors continue to receive the professional, responsive service they expect from us.

It also means our Directors and Contracts Engineers can spend more time where they add the most value, while Debra and Caz help keep the many moving parts of the business organised and on track.

Debra has already settled into the team and says:

“I’ve only been here a short time, but I already feel very much at home. I’m working directly with Directors, employees, clients, suppliers and contractors, so the work is really varied. No two days are the same and I’m really enjoying my new responsibilities.”

Read more about Debra here:
https://idealextraction.co.uk/team-expansion-at-ideal-extraction/

Photo: Heidi Marfitt Photographer

18/08/2026

Some of our team and partners enjoyed a wonderful meal at the Ticket Office Bar in Ilkley last Friday, welcoming our new team members and celebrating our latest business success.

The food was delicious, the service was excellent and there was plenty of space for all 17 of us in their main dining area.

Located right in the centre of town and next to the station, The Ticket Office is an ideal venue for private meals, parties and business functions, with the added convenience of easy travel links.

We highly recommend it - it was a great night!

06/08/2026

Ideal Extraction is fully committed to the growth and safety of our clients.

In an industry where the consequences of failure can be severe including factory shutdowns, environmental damage, compromised worker health and serious breaches of safety legislation, our customers rely on Ideal Extraction’s expertise with trust and confidence.

As one of our customers says:

“We’ve worked with Ideal Extraction for many years, a top professional outfit. Excellent customer service and always turn up when they say. They have never let me down. Great for service, repairs and supply. Would highly recommend.”

To read some more of our testimonials, visit our website at: https://idealextraction.co.uk/testimonials/

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28/07/2026

Here’s Chloe, one of our Contracts Engineers, on a recent site visit with one of our clients, a major high-street name.

Chloe was there to meet with the installation team, check progress on the large filter build and provide support throughout the installation.

It’s all part of the hands-on approach we take with every project.

At Ideal Extraction, we work alongside manufacturers throughout the entire process, from initial design and planning through to installation, servicing and ongoing maintenance.

With nearly a century of combined specialist experience in dust and fume extraction, our team understands the challenges manufacturers face. We take the time to understand their production requirements, work around their timescales and deliver tailored solutions that improve efficiency, compliance and performance, with minimal disruption to their business.

If you want to find out how our award-winning business can help yours, call us on 01943 700 007.

Address

Office: International Development Centre, Valley Road, West Yorkshire, (Warehouse & Deliveries: Unit 6, Lencia Industrial Estate, 54 East Parade, West Yorkshire, LS29 8JP)
Ilkley
LS298AL

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm

Website

https://www.idealextraction.co.uk/

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