Explosion-Proof vs. Intrinsically Safe vs. Purged Enclosures

Explosion-Proof vs. Intrinsically Safe vs. Purged Enclosures: Choosing Protection Methods for Hazardous Locations Explosion-proof and intrinsically safe are two different ways to prevent electrical equipment from igniting a flammable atmosphere. Explosion-proof equipment contains an ignition inside a heavy enclosure so it cannot spread to the surrounding gas. Intrinsically safe equipment limits the electrical energy in […]

Hazardous Area Classification for Oil and Gas Facilities: Class/Division vs. Zone Explained

Hazardous Area Classification for Oil and Gas Facilities: Class/Division vs. Zone Explained Hazardous area classification is the process of identifying where flammable gases, vapors, or liquids could be present in ignitable concentrations, and how often. At oil and gas facilities, the result is a set of drawings that tells everyone on the project which electrical […]