ORIGINAL: bruce88123
Yep, the fan sucking away from the area is a great idea also. Could be placed on the end of the work bench and due to the diffusing effect of the filter would probably not disturb and paperwork on the bench. Filter would need monitoring and occasional changing but they are dirt cheap too. Fan could go into a window in many climates where you don't mind losing some a/c or heat. We have a small paint booth here at work and the buildup on it's filters is amazing. We mostly us spray cans too and an occasional paint gun.
Yes, they work good. I have a custom made one that a friend made before he died. Had 2 and I gave one away. Dumbest thing I have done. I wish I had another. Never thought about the fan like phk said. Thats a great idea. Might just have a second one running like that soon. It would be easy to do and they work so good. You should see the stuff it sucks out of the air. Makes it a lot easier to use.