Category Archives: Explosion Proof

Combustible Dust 101

A serious safety issue facing many industrial environments is the presence of combustible dust. Any fine particulate that as the potential to ignite or explode is considered combustible dust. When combustible dust accumulates on surface areas such as ceilings, rafters, duct, or machinery, this leads to an environment that is highly flammable and explosive. When […]

Explosion Proof Fans – Protection in Volatile Environments

What do paint spray booths, grain silos, and fuel refinery storage facilities have in common? They are all potentially hazardous areas that contain flammable or combustible materials. Safety and regulatory mandates require that certain types of explosion protection systems be installed in these locations to abate the risks associated with the material. Blowers or fans […]