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Types of UV Light for Different Applications
Types of UV Light for Different Applications Ultraviolet (UV) radiation was discovered in 1801 when the German physicist Johann Wilhelm Ritter observed that invisible rays just beyond the violet end of the visible spectrum darkened silver ...
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NFPA 820 Compliance in Wastewater Treatment Plants
Wastewater treatment plants are essential structures in cities and small communities. Such facilities are closely monitored by several professional institutions, such as OSHA and the NFPA. When it comes to the latter group, guidelines set forth in ...
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Protective Eye Gear for Laser Viewing and Applications
Some high-grade lasers can damage the eye and burn the skin. Most lasers that are capable of inflicting such injuries are categorized under Class 2, Class 3 and Class 4. For example, UV lasers that emit wavelengths between 180-400nm can cause ...
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Light Color Recommendations for Commercial and Industrial Spaces
Commercial, recreational and industrial spaces, such as offices, construction sites and outdoor parking lots, have different lighting needs. In most cases, the activities conducted on the location dictates the type of luminaries used, brightness ...
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Lumen Recommendations for Common and Industrial Work Spaces
Lumen Recommendations for Common and Industrial Work Spaces Light brightness requirements for common and industrial spaces differ greatly. To achieve consistent, bright environments, the fixture’s luminous flux (or lumen [lm], which is the SI ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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UV Light Treatment for HVAC Systems
Ultraviolet (UV) light can be applied to support numerous applications in a broad range of industries. In commercial paint spray booths and label manufacturing plants, UV lamps are used to streamline paint jobs and the printing of logos. Outside of ...
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Thermal Conductive Plastics for LED Applications
Light emitting diodes (LEDs) are extremely efficient in mitigating heat during operation. However, with manufacturers pushing the limits of LEDs, traditional methods for heat dissipation may not be enough to keep the fixtures going, especially for ...
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Application of LEDs in Wastewater Treatment Plants
Wastewater treatment plants are prone to explosive risks due to the presence of volatile, flammable compounds inside the building. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has highlighted the dangers of such hazardous environments ...
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Glass and UV-Passing Acrylic Lens in UV Light Applications
Glass and UV-passing acrylic lenses play an important role in ultraviolet (UV) lighting. Both are applied to control the transmission of specific wavelengths from the fixture to the target area. When used for windows, the panels offer protection ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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Purposes for IR 1550
Infrared (IR) has been around for almost two centuries. It was first discovered by Sir William Herschel in the 1800s. The invisible wavelength is relevant to everyday living, since many scientists believe that over 50 percent of the Sun’s ...
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Class I, Division 1 Industrial Lights for THC Extraction Labs
The cannabis industry is growing at a rapid rate. According to a report published by Marijuana Business Daily, the emerging sector is forecasted to overtake craft beer and organic food products. With legalization gaining momentum, it could reach $44 ...
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LED Applications for Oil and Gas Refining and Processing
Oil and gas processing facilities are unsafe due to the existence of hazardous compounds during operations. When addressing such issues, companies in the sector may deploy explosion proof lighting systems to prevent the ignition of sparks created ...
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Benefits of Explosion Proof Plugs and Cords
Benefits of Explosion Proof Plugs and Cords Hazardous locations, where combustible gases, vapors and dust are present, require explosion proof or intrinsically safe equipment to prevent catastrophic accidents. In addition to explosion proof ...
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Nuclear Facility Lighting Recommendations and Guidelines
Nuclear Facility Lighting Recommendations and Guidelines Nuclear power plants have very strict lighting requirements due to the delicate nature of work conducted in such facilities. Operators typically avoid experimental or untested luminary ...
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How to Select an LED Motion Sensor Security System
Commercial garages that store expensive vehicles and machinery need to be well guarded in order to deter thieves and burglars from doing what they do best. Installing LED motion sensors in the facility is one of the best ways to streamline ...