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E2S Launches New Family Of GRP Explosion Proof Sounders And Loudspeakers

s13-21E2S Launches New Family Of GRP Explosion Proof Sounders And Loudspeakers

E2S, one of the world’s leading warning signalling manufacturers, has announced its new GNExS1 (117 dB@1m) and GNExS2 (123 dB@1m) explosion proof horns and loudspeakers.

Manufactured from lightweight and cost effective glass-reinforced polyester (GRP), the GNEx family offers outstanding corrosion resistance for use in the harshest environments both offshore and onshore. (Read More)

World’s 1st Apparatus Certified, Intrinsically Safe RF Isolator

s13-20World’s 1st Apparatus Certified, Intrinsically Safe RF Isolator

Extronics, a leading designer and manufacturer of intrinsically safe and explosion proof equipment, has recently announced the launch of the world’s first associated apparatus certified intrinsically safe Radio Frequency galvanic isolator, the iSOLATE500.

Resulting from four years of research and development by the UK based specialists; the iSOLATE500 is a major breakthrough in hazardous area wireless networking.  Featuring a unique (Read More) 

FUME AND DUST EXTRACTION IN THE WORKPLACE by VODEX LTD

s13-19FUME AND DUST EXTRACTION IN THE WORKPLACE by VODEX LTD

Health & Safety is paramount in the workplace and investing in proper fume and dust extraction systems should be a key focus to protect operators from inhaling dangerous particulates and fumes.

Under HSG258 COSHH Regulations employers must carry out risk assessments to identify or areas where LEV (Local Exhaust Ventilation) is required or controls over ignition sources are needed (Read More)

CAMFIL APC EXPANDS LINE OF INTEGRATED SAFETY MONITORING FILTERS

s13-18CAMFIL APC EXPANDS LINE OF INTEGRATED SAFETY MONITORING FILTERS

Dust Collector Filters Also Function as Flame Arrestors

Jonesboro, Ark., summer 2013 – Camfil Air Pollution Control (APC) has expanded its line of integrated safety monitoring filters (SMF) for Farr Gold Series® cartridge dust extractors. In addition to the current HEPA filters available for critical applications, the company now offers ASHRAE-grade filters where a more economical option is needed. (Read More)

Laminar Flow Booth for Industrial Applications

s13-17Laminar Flow Booth for Industrial Applications

Flextraction, specialists in the dust and fume extraction industry, have introduced a Laminar Flow Booth to their extensive range of products and offer a modular unit in 2, 4 or 6 meter widths.

Ideally suited to those environments where dust generation is unavoidable, cannot be contained or collected at source, it is designed to be used in conjunction with a full width, standard height (900mm) work bench.  The unit provides laminar air flow across the (Read More)

TC Installations (TCi) have manufactured Antennae for hazardous areas since 2003.

s13-16TC Installations (TCi) have manufactured Antennae for hazardous areas since 2003.

The units FM Approved for Class I Division 1 Groups ABCD and Class II Division 1 Groups EFG.  T6(Ta = -40 to + 60 deg C) cover the WiFi frequencies.

TCi are also an ISO 9001 Certified Professional Services Provider experienced in all aspects of the implementation of many ranges of wireless solutions. TCi provide consultancy; RF Surveys; Cabling and configuration.  TCi also provide bespoke ruggedised (Read More)

High Reliability, High Availability, Cost Effective I.S. Isolators from Exloc Instruments

s13-15High Reliability, High Availability, Cost Effective I.S. Isolators from Exloc Instruments

Can Your Application Afford to Ignore the GMI Range?

Exloc are pleased to offer the GM International D5000 series of universal mount Intrinsically Safe galvanic isolators. The D5000 modules provide a most simple and cost effective means of implementing Intrinsic Safety into YOUR Hazardous Area applications. (Read More)

ECITB Building the Capacity & Capability of the North Sea Workforce

s13-14ECITB Building the Capacity & Capability of the North Sea Workforce

Capital investment into the North Sea continues to soar, but the question is . . . Are there enough people to carry out the highly skilled, technical and safety critical work, that the Oil & Gas sector needs to thrive?

The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) is working hard to build the capacity and capability of the Oil & Gas workforce through the development of training and qualifications to; support (Read More)

DSEAR, Fluid Awareness And Oxidation Explained

s13-13DSEAR, Fluid Awareness And Oxidation Explained

Global Heat Transfer is offering a range of onsite or off site training courses on the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR), thermal fluid awareness and managing and understanding of oxidation.

The courses focus on sampling methods for thermal fluids and on understanding what to look for in test results. (Read More)

New High-End IR Thermometer Targeted At High Temperature Environments

s13-12New High-End IR Thermometer Targeted At High Temperature Environments

Fluke, the global leader in portable electronic test and measurement technology, has introduced a new, high-end Infrared (IR) Thermometer with upgraded performance particularly for use in high-temperature environments, such as glass, cement and petrochemical works, in metal refining and smelting, and electrical power production.

The new Fluke 572-2 has a 60:1 distance (Read More)