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Benefits of Explosion Proof Plugs and Cords

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Feb. 14, 2017

Explosion Proof Lights and Hot Environments

Fixtures that are exposed to high ambient temperatures are prone to failure and malfunction. In industrial facilities with high lighting consumption rates, this is can be a complex issue to address, especially in hazardous locations where explosive dust and vapors are present. As a solution, establishments may apply explosion proof metal halide and incandescent fixtures with external ballasts. ...

Feb. 23, 2017

By Larson Electronics LLC

The Importance of Explosion Proof Lights in Cleanrooms

Cleanrooms are pushing the limits of industrial manufacturing and scientific research programs. For professionals, the rooms provide a predictable environment with low levels of stray pollutants, germs, dust and chemical vapors. Activities conducted in cleanrooms are carried out with greater precision and safety. ...

Apr. 19, 2017

By Larson Electronics LLC

Comparing Lighting Capabilities of Explosion Proof Luminaries

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Feb. 9, 2017

By Larson Electronics LLC

Explosion proof high vacuum dual-phase extraction

This an integrated explosion proof system for the simultaneous extraction of soil vapour and groundwater at potentially explosive concentrations. With a pH of 1 to 2, the groundwater was extremely aggresive and required neutralisation.The system included a double header system (high vacuum and low vacuum) enabling simultaneous extraction from small diameter dual-phase extraction lances and larger ...

Jan. 1, 2002

Explosion Proof vs Intrinsically Safe Gas Detectors

It only takes a spark to start a fire or cause an explosion, especially when flammable gases or vapours are present under the right conditions. There are industries that operate in these types of hazardous environments where the potential for explosions is extremely high, such as chemical plants, oil refineries, paint shops, cleaning facilities, tanks and loading facilities for flammable gases, ...

Jul. 27, 2015

By Critical Environment Technologies Canada Inc. (CETCI)

Multi-phase extraction system (explosion proof) with LNAPL skimming

This project has entailed the installation of 29 recovery wells within a large building connected to the remediation system via 1 km of pipework suspended from the ceiling. Recovery wells are installed within subsurface well chambers and short trenches provide ducting for the pipeworks.The remediation system includes Xitech ADJ 1000 smart skimmers for the recovery of floating white spirits (where ...

Jan. 1, 2003

Explosion Proof UV Lights for Commercial and Industrial HVAC systems

In the past decade, more and more people have been installing UV lights in their HVAC systems to eradicate harmful bacteria. A timely study from Duke University Medical Center has proven the effectiveness of using UVC bands to disinfect a myriad of dangerous microbes, including drug-resistant bacteria, such as Acinetobacter, Clostridium difficile and vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE). During ...

Jan. 20, 2017

By Larson Electronics LLC

When are Oil Wells an Explosive Hazard?

Contrary to popular belief, an oil well can be an explosive hazard even when it is not in operation (pumping steady). An EnergyWire review of federal labor statistics cited that the oil and gas sector experiences the most deaths from fires and explosions, compared to other private industries. Risks of Explosive Elements around Oil Wells A recent explosion in ...

Feb. 22, 2017

By Larson Electronics LLC

Hydrogen is a colorless, odorless, non-toxic, flammable and explosive gas, and fluorine, chlorine, oxygen, carbon monoxide and air mixture were in dan

Hydrogen is a colorless, odorless, non-toxic, flammable and explosive gas, and fluorine, chlorine, oxygen, carbon monoxide and air mixture were in danger of explosion; The mixture of hydrogen and fluorine spontaneous explosion in low temperature and dark environment; When hydrogen mixed with chlorine ratio was 1:1, under light can also be the explosion.Hydrogen is colorless and tasteless, ...

May 20, 2017

By Henan Oceanus Import & Export Co., Ltd

Battle Creek Air National Guard uses exhaust removal system

Monoxivent provided XL-Series Hose Reels to capture diesel exhaust fumes from military vehicles at Battle Creek Air National Guard. The reels featured 50’ of exhausting hose in 12” and 14” diameters. The drums were 36” diameter by 7’ wide. The reels were chain driven and explosion proof. A stainless steel tapered cone adapter with spring clamp and dual handles also ...

Aug. 26, 2010

By Monoxivent

Commercial Pit Lighting recommendations, layouts and best practices

Commercial Pit Lighting Recommendations, Layouts and Best Practices According to an article archived by Commercial Motor (published on May 25, 1973), inspection pits typically found in commercial repair garages are filled with dangerous hazards that could cause fatal accidents. The publication was one of the first organizations to acknowledge explosive hazards ...

Jan. 19, 2017

By Larson Electronics LLC

NEC Classifications and Divisions for Hazardous Locations

Electrical equipment in hazardous (classified) locations present a serious threat for workers due to the existence of explosive dust and vapors. Examples of such facilities range from grain mills and gasoline stations to aircraft hangars and chemical manufacturing plants. To prevent devastating explosions that may occur from the ignition of combustible particles in the atmosphere, the National ...

Mar. 31, 2017

By Larson Electronics LLC

Hazardous Location LEDs in Chemical Manufacturing Facilities

Employees inside chemical manufacturing plants are exposed to some of the most unforgiving work conditions in the industrial sector. This is because in such environments, workers are exposed to extreme temperatures, dust, volatile chemicals and invisible, explosive gases. Common protection methods against explosive risks include containment, segregation and prevention. Out of all the ...

Mar. 29, 2017

By Larson Electronics LLC

How to choose detectors in the dangerous cargo warehouse

The principle of choosing toxic gas and combustible gas detectors in dangerous cargo warehouse: 1.Dangerous cargo warehouse detection of gas mainly including combustible or toxic. Measurement of the type of gas characteristics, the first is to measure the explosion, second is the measurement of toxicity. The so-called measuring explosion is the detection of combustible gases, such as ...

May 20, 2017

By Henan Oceanus Import & Export Co., Ltd

Groundwater Remediation System Cleans Up Oil Spill

A customer in TX was recently in some hot water with the local municipal water department. Due to excessive rains near the coast of Texas, the water levels have been higher than usual. The company fills storage tanks with diesel at its facility. However one day the tanks were overfilled and instead of going into the ground, they diesel dispersed out via the high rain water and into the local ...

Jun. 3, 2014

By Abanaki Corporation

INTRINSICALLY SAFE WIRELESS MONITORING AND CONTROL NODES ARE CERTIFIED WORLDWIDE FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS AREAS

INTRINSICALLY SAFE WIRELESS MONITORING AND CONTROL NODES ARE CERTIFIED WORLDWIDE FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS AREAS DX99 FlexPower nodes from Banner Engineering are available in metal housing for gas and dust atmospheres A series of intrinsically safe wireless communication nodes certified for worldwide use in explosive gas or dust atmospheres is available from Banner Engineering. The nodes interface ...

May 17, 2013

By Banner Engineering Corp.

Packaged Polymer Injection Dewatering System - Case Studies

Case Study Number 1 Industry: Oil & Gas, Mining and Civil Waste Management Application: Treatment of Waste Drilling Fluids for Recycling Location: Brisbane, Australia Configuration: 20’ Explosion Proof HMI Dewatering System with VFD Driven EE-1448HD Centrifuge. Objective: Wastewater Treatment Sludge Dewatering in Order to Facilitate Landfill ...

May 13, 2017

By Elgin Separation Solutions

Vertical Flow Fume Scrubbers are Suitable for Chemical Producers, Metal Finishing, Semiconductor Manufacturing and Other Operations Generating Fumes and Gases.

Tri-Mer fume hoods are manufactured for process and laboratory use. Tri-Mer fume hoods are ideally suited for corrosive or volatile exhausts. Construction materials include polypropylene, PVC, mild or stainless steel and high-alloy materials. Standard features include a low maintenance design, 110V power operation and minihelic exhaust gauge. Fume hoods can be equipped with activated carbon or ...

Mar. 26, 2007

By Tri-Mer Corporation

Boeing - deburring tables solution case study

Problem Boeing, an American manufacturer of commercial and military aircraft, called on Diversi-Tech to help set up an aluminum debburing area at their Wichita, Ks facility. When we visited the facility, operators were debburing on tables with no ventilation and were forced to wear uncomfortable face masks to prevent dust inhalation. The Solution Diversi-Tech ...

Mar. 1, 2005

By DiversiTech Inc

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