PVC Dust Explosion Testing and the Overdriving Effect
Executive overview A weak positive result in a 20-liter dust explosion test deserves careful interpretation. For some difficult-to-ignite dusts, a
Five Common Myths About Electrostatic Ignition Hazards in Process Industries
Why static electricity requires more than bonding and grounding Static electricity is one of the recognized ignition sources capable of
Ten Common Dust Hazard Analysis Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
A Dust Hazard Analysis (DHA) should help a facility understand where combustible dust can cause a fire, flash fire, or explosion, determine
DHA Combustible Dust Testing Strategy Based on NFPA 660
Learn how to select Go/No-Go, Kst, Pmax, MIE, MEC, MAIT, LIT and LOC testing for a Dust Hazard Analysis based on NFPA 660.
How to Prevent Flash Fires, Pool Fires, Jet Fires & Vapor Cloud Explosions
Learn how flammable liquid and gas fire/explosion hazards are analyzed, including releases, LFL/UFL, ventilation, ignition, flash fires, pool fires and vapor cloud explosions.
Go/No-Go Explosibility Screening for Combustible Dust
Go/No-Go testing provides a practical first indication of whether a combustible dust presents an explosion hazard. The result helps determine whether further testing and appropriate dust-explosion controls are warranted.
ATEX vs. IECEx Hazardous Area Classification
Understand ATEX vs IECEx hazardous area classification, Zones 0/1/2 and 20/21/22, gas and dust groups, ventilation, EPLs, and Ex equipment selection.
How to Prevent Dust Explosions and Meet NFPA 660 Requirements
Learn how combustible dust explosions occur, what NFPA 660 requires, when a Dust Hazard Analysis is needed, and which dust tests help protect your facility.