Explosion Proof: 4 Reasons To Use In Hazardous Areas

Explosion-proof equipment gives you peace of mind daily working in a hazardous area. However, even the tiniest spark produced within a hazardous environment can result in immeasurable damage. In this way, working with explosion-proof equipment is not only an investment but also safe. In this post, we separate some reasons to work with explosion-proof equipment and see the benefits and the application scenarios.

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Technical specification of explosion-proof equipment

Let&#;s start by defining what makes equipment explosion-proof. If your equipment bears the UL certification seal, it is ready and approved for use in hazardous environments. However, be careful to use your ex-proof equipment within the designated area classification. To understand how the ratings work, read our previous post: Explosion-Proof Motor: Learn to identify the ratings.

The explosion-proof enclosure acts as a cooler to prevent the explosion from reaching the dangerous atmosphere of the environment. Therefore, regular equipment maintenance will ensure excellent protection in explosive accidents.

In the image above, you see a representation of the cooling done in the explosion-proof housing of the equipment that contains the pressure of gases. Now let&#;s look at some of the benefits of working with this rugged equipment.

Prevention of potential damage

Using explosion-proof equipment will reduce the risk of more significant damage in your hazardous area. As the equipment is capable of containing internal explosions, this keeps your work area safe and prevents other equipment damage. To visualize this benefit, picture the following scenario. When using an ex-proof motor, a buildup of flammable dust ignites its casing and results in an explosion. However, the case prevents the damage from being greater in the hazardous environment. Thus, in addition to preserving the safety of staff, this safety measure also eliminates the risk of greater financial losses.

Extended shelf life

To deliver durability and strength, the materials used to manufacture explosion-proof equipment must be of the best quality. For example, imagine a junction box for electrical use inside an explosive environment; its material needs to be resistant to contain and cool a possible explosion or fire. In this way, explosion-proof equipment has a longer shelf life, establishing an investment with long-term benefits.

Productivity

Undoubtedly one of your daily goals is to increase productivity in your work routine. Investing in safety measures can increase productivity. With the right equipment, your staff will have less work training for hazardous areas operations. For example, an explosion-proof headlamp becomes very practical for a miner who needs to focus on their service. As a result, they do not commit one of their hands to work and don&#;t waste the workforce. To further optimize the work, in this case, the installation of explosion-proof light fixtures and the arrangement of portable light also increase productivity in confined environments.

Increase in service value

One of the most significant benefits that the use of explosion-proof equipment can bring is the recognition of a high standard of service. Keeping a hazardous area under control requires investment and knowledge. Training your staff and the right equipment will increase the value and quality of your service and product. Having your efforts recognized in the market is certainly attractive to you! So, put together the best safety strategy using explosion-proof equipment.

Wrap up

In this post, you saw some reasons why integrating explosion-proof equipment in your hazardous area is beneficial. Ensure the safety, quality, and productive growth of your industry. Some of the practical examples mentioned in this article show optimistic scenarios using ex-proof equipment to improve work performance. Those types of equipment make part of our catalog. The Intrinsically Safe Store prioritizes high safety standards, and here you will find the best safety measure. Our intrinsic safety experts will guide you to the best safe control solution for your hazardous area. Do not hesitate to contact us; we are ready for you!

Supermec has been around since and we have been successfully designing and supplying custom explosion proof electrical equipment across Asia Pacific, Middle East regions and Europe. We handle the full process from the electrical design, engineering, testing, commissioning as well as the delivery of the final product. Regardless of the project size, our dedicated experienced team of explosion proof electrical specialists will work tirelessly with you to achieve the desired outcomes for your project. We deal with a full range of explosion proof products and accessories that are in local stock so this in turn leads to quick turnaround time in meeting your business requirements. You may also read more about us here.

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What is the meaning of Explosion Proof?

For a product, or electrical equipment to be classified as &#;Explosion Proof&#;, it means that the enclosure of the product must be able to internally withstand:

• Any internal explosion.
• Any sparks generated internally and preventing these sparks from igniting any vapors, gases, fibers or dust in the surrounding environment.

This also means that we should not make the mistake that Explosion Proof Electrical Products are able to withstand any external explosion(s) that happens outside of the enclosure, rather it is the ability of the enclosure to prevent any internal explosion or sparks from escaping into the external environment and being the cause of a larger explosion. The term &#;explosion proof&#; is also interchangeable with &#;flameproof&#;.

Normally, explosion proof products are used in hazardous locations to reduce risk and increase safety of workplace operations. You can find out more regarding the different hazardous locations here.

Therefore, using Explosion Proof Electrical products would benefit you in the following ways:

• Safety

No employee would want to work in an unsafe environment or expose themselves to unnecessary risk in hazardous environments. This would allow your employee to focus on his/her job and boost productivity and morale. Your employees would be at ease knowing they are working at an organization that values their safety by using explosion proof products.

• Reputation

Your organization&#;s reputation is definitely an important factor and using explosion proof products would help in that aspect by minimizing any external explosions and mishaps. This would ensure a clean safety record and encourage other organizations to work with yours. Future employees might also research on your company before deciding to join so it would be beneficial to have a good safety record.

• Cost Benefits

By using certified explosion proof products, you would minimize damage to your facility by containing any explosion to within the enclosure itself and not to the surrounding areas. Another important fact is any reduced external explosion would minimize any risk to your staff and reduce greatly the chance for cost relating to medical claims or staff suing your company for any workplace mishaps.

There are 2 main certification bodies that certify explosive proof equipment:

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• ATEX directive
• IEC/IECEx

You can find out more about the above 2 independent certifications here. These 2 certifications are acceptable throughout most parts of the world, although North America uses the NEMA standard, while Russia uses the EAC Ex standard.

Engineering Design/Drawing Approval

Our design engineers use AutoCAD software which is the industry standard to prepare detailed custom drawings based on your specifications. This also leads to quick turnaround time in making any revisions to the drawings. We would also provide expert advice on the different ways you can customize and configure the various explosion proof products that we carry to your needs. Once the drawings are approved, next would be the production/testing phase.

Production/Testing/Quality Control

We maintain the strictest standards during the production phase for our explosion proof electrical equipment.

The first step is the casting process where your order gets meticulously casted in our dedicated factory by our specialists in Europe.

When the enclosure is ready, we configure it based on your requirements and confirmed drawings, including drilling of entries and integrating electrical components. This is all done at our certified workshops located in Singapore, UAE, and Slovenia.

Next, once the final product is ready, it will go through testing by our experienced QA/QC engineers to ensure it meets all the product certifications and required standards before it is ready to be delivered and installed.

Troubleshooting & Maintenance Services

If there are any issues, rest assured our skilled and friendly colleagues will be on hand to provide any troubleshooting and maintenance services that are required. We also offer services ranging from spare parts replacement, ad-hoc corrective repairs, to regular checks and scheduled preventive maintenance.

Supermec Explosion Proof Electrical Products

Our range of Explosion Proof Electrical Equipment and ATEX products are manufactured with the latest available technologies, both mechanical and electrical, using materials that guarantee the best protection against corrosive agents as well as to provide you with modern functionality and long durability concurrently.

We are confident in consistently meeting your specific needs and high-quality standards.

We like to introduce to you our following range of fully customizable explosion proof products for hazardous areas:

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