In certain industrial applications, all it can take is a spark or excess heat to cause an industrial explosion. Protection against such scenarios is therefore one of the central components of industrial safety technology and is also an important consideration for weighing processes…

In the grain industry, dryers (mostly stationary) with different drying capacities are used to reduce the moisture content of the goods to be stored (e.g. maize, wheat, rape) by introducing warm or hot air. This process is necessary because moisture in organic...

Figure 1: Flowsheet of a pellet production with spark extinguishing systemSpark extinguishing systems in pellet productionRené Schwertfeger, T&B electronic GmbHDue to the positive market development for renewable energies, wood pellet production...

 In terms of fire protection, the company Pelz relies on the spark extinguishing systems of GreCon. The production of hygiene articles poses numerous challenges and fire risks. Endangered areas are controlled with GreCon spark extinguishing systems...

Early fire detection prevents catastrophes Paper is an extremely easy material to recycle. In Europe, over 70% of all paper-based products are recycled. Waste paper is collected and pressed into large bales, which are then delivered to paper manufacturers. These bales...

Explosion safety covers a broad range of applications. This article gives you brief but comprehensive information about the basics of explosion safety and the available protective systems for this purpose. Assessing the explosion hazard Whether it is screens, dryers,...

AERZEN combines effective reactions with preventive measures / vibrational monitoring as early warning system Author: Thorsten Sienk, freelance specialist editor, Bodenwerder, www.sienk.de Combustible dust, spatial distribution, oxygen share, ignition source and the...