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Ignition Sources
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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 initiating fires and explosions in industrial facilities. Yet electrostatic ignition hazards are frequently misunderstood. A bonding cable may be installed and the hazard considered solved. A high laboratory-measured minimum ignition energy may be interpreted as evidence that…
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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.
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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.
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