According to provisional casualty figures, more than 70 people died in this latest major explosion at a Chinese factory. Dust was ignited by an open flame, which then led to an explosion. No one knows better than REMBE, the explosion protection specialists from Germany, that tragedies of this kind are avoidable. “The biggest problem is that many companies don’t become our customers until there has been a serious incident,” says (Read More)
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EXPLOSION PROTECTED CRANE SYSTEMS
Crane systems manufactured by the J D Neuhaus company can be supplied with Atex classifications EX II 2 GD IIA T4 / EX II 3 GD IIB T4, with increased spark protection also available for explosion level II C.
Their products are currently used worldwide, operating in some of the most dangerous dust laden conditions as well as hazardous, toxic and potentially explosive atmospheres. Typical applications include mining, tunnelling, foundries (Read More)
Sonatest Ltd are pleased to announce the release of the latest range of the Sitescan and Masterscan series of flaw detectors.
Retaining the best features of the established series, the new range has evolved in response to the requirements of users and their applications, combining simplicity of use with improved capability and field proven reliability. (Read More)
FibreGrid’s GRP Walkway System: High Performance, Low Maintenance
Walkways are dangerous enough places at the best of times, so ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be by installing FibreGrid’s unique GRP Walkway System, which has all the benefits of traditional steel or aluminium, but none of the drawbacks.
Wherever there is a chance of slips, trips or falls, our grating comes into its own as it is slip resistant. But that’s not all. It is also chemical resistant, fire retardant and, unlike metal, won’t spark, (Read More)
ESAB’S Management Systems Achieve Unique Triple Worldwide Recertification
ESAB Welding & Cutting Products has achieved ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 recertification for its quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety management systems.
This unique triple recertification covers all ESAB activities, people and units worldwide. ESAB was the first company in the industry to achieve all-inclusive external certification of these three key (Read More)
Beko Technologies Range Of Special Condensate Drains
BEKO Technologies are world leaders in condensate management, beyond our standard range of BEKOMAT’S BEKO Technologies offer a number of special condensate drains to suit applications that are not adequately covered by the other products in the market.
BEKOMAT explosion proof models with ATEX approval are designed for use in explosive, hazardous locations such as (Read More)
Minimise The Risks, Think Cold Bonding
Cold bonding: a safer alternative to hot work
Hot work required for welding, grinding and cutting operations presents certain potential hazards when conducted in potentially explosive and flammable environments. In order to minimise the risk, cold bonding solutions involving materials that are applied and cured at ambient temperatures can offer an alternative solution for repair and newbuild applications on metallic surfaces. (Read More)
Free Thermal Imaging Software Trial - Produce Instant TI Survey Reports With Just One Click!
Hazardous Engineering Solutions magazine has teamed up with thermographic services specialist Ti Thermal Imaging Ltd to offer HES readers a free three-month trial of its new TICOR™ Android-based thermal imaging reporting application which provides immediate one click report generation. (Read More)
Bifold Releases Solenoid Operated BXS Pneumatic Valves
Bifold has built on the experience and skills of its workforce to continually broaden its product range.
In addition to the high quality valves and pumps, Bifold are proud to announce the launch of their solenoid operated BXS Pneumatic valve range.
Bifold’s BXS valve range offers a compact and flexible solution to low pressure applications. With over 35 common interface modular operators, this versatile range covers a (Read More)
TÜV SÜD launches new ATEX training programme for 2015
Due to popular demand, TÜV SÜD has changed the format of their ATEX training for 2015, from a half-day seminar to a one-day course.
The new course provided by TÜV SÜD’s Principal ATEX Consultant, Andy Holmes, will help guide delegates their way through the ATEX Directives and provide delegates with an understanding of the Directives, knowledge of the markings, the approval process and guidance on how to comply with the Directive. (Read More)