Latest Product Reviews

ATEX ultrasonic thickness gauge certified intrinsically safe to the highest rating

cygnus may 19 1This is the world’s only reliable and simple-to-use ultrasonic thickness gauge that has been certified intrinsically safe to the highest possible ATEX rating; this make it the number 1 choice for all engineers working within potentially explosive environments such as food processing plants.

Aquila push forward development of impact protection gloves - more protection – more comfort

ems m13 19 7Market leading glove manufacturer Aquila have long recognised that injuries caused to hands are not confined to the palm of the hand or fingers, but also the back of the hands where hazards can lead to painful injuries with time lost from work - which is expensive for both workers and employers. This has led to their focus on Impact Protection gloves as an integral part of an all-round hand protection strategy.

Introducing the ULTRA2 – a fully rechargeable LED work light which is designed to be used day-in-day-out in hazardous areas.

exloc pictureThis ATEX inspection light doesn’t require a power-supply, cables or a transformer making it easy to access hard-to-reach spaces. The ULTRA 2 is ideal for inspection, maintenance, cleaning and construction work.

Ex Lighting: 3 Benefits of Mounting a PSU Remotely

Hazardous areas are complicated environments for any installation meaning extra measures need to be taken to create a safe and efficient lighting system. One way to improve flexibility in these applications is to choose a luminaire which features a modular design with a removable PSU (Power Supply Unit) module. Below, we explore the three biggest benefits.

Think you’re safe? Remove doubt by using Wolf Safety’s new voltage alert technology

2 04 19 1Working in potentially explosive areas is hazardous enough without having concerns that the voltage being supplied to temporary lighting is no longer within certified limits. How can anyone be absolutely sure what voltage is being supplied, especially in a typical, long cable FPSO situation?  Could it be one volt more or less than the certified range?

Ashtead launches intrinsically safe dust monitor

hes mar 18 19 1Ashtead Technology has added TSI’s latest personal aerosol monitor, the SidePak™ AM520i to its fleet of instruments available for both rental and sale. “This is a major addition to our equipment portfolio,” comments Senior Sales Manager Josh Thomas. “Many workplaces include areas that contain or produce explosive or potentially explosive atmospheres, and a high proportion of these zones contain risks associated with particulates. So, an intrinsically safe monitor is required to test these areas, and the launch of the TSI AM520i makes that possible with a lightweight instrument that is ideal for personal monitoring.”

Marstair and Ex-Machinery Explosion Proof Equipment Sign Partnership to Provide ATEX Air Conditioners for even the Harshest Environments

11 07 18 1Ex-Machinery from the Netherlands and U.K. based Marstair, team up to serve the marine and oil & gas market with entirely new HVAC & refrigeration products.

Product release ATEX zone 1 condenser

The ATEX zone 1 certified Ex-M MCUA Condenser is the first new product release as a result of the partnership.  The purpose of the first order of Ex-M MCUA Condensers is to cool mobile containers in ATEX zone 1 and 2 hazardous areas.

Full Lockout/Tagout Solution: Devices. Procedures. Implementation

brady newsletter image april 18Reduce accidents at work with Lockout/Tagout. Brady offers a complete 3 in 1 solution for an optimal Lockout/Tagout implementation, even in multiple sites: site surveys, best practice procedures and all tools for successful Lockout/Tagout in your facilities. Get the free Guide!

E2S showcases its globally approved hazardous area warning signals at OTC

april 17 15E2S showcases its globally approved hazardous area warning signals at OTC

On Booth 1639 at OTC, held from 01 – 04 May in Houston TX, E2S Warning Signals are demonstrating a selection of its portfolio of more than 250 different explosion proof and intrinsically safe warning devices for use in hazardous locations.

E2S alarm horns, PA loudspeakers, LED and Xenon strobes and integrated horn/strobe warning units employ the latest electronic technology and acoustic engineering to ensure high output, (Read More) 

The latest Explosion Proof LED beacons have enhanced output and field-replaceable colour lenses.

hes dec 16 7The latest Explosion Proof LED beacons have enhanced output and field-replaceable colour lenses.

E2S, the world’s leading independent manufacturer of Visual and Audible life-saving signals, has completed a significant development with the introduction of beacons having output enhancing field-replaceable colour lenses and LED light sources.

These latest features, previously introduced with the GRP GNEx and stainless steel STEx families, have now been applied (Read More)