Flammable gases, mists or vapours, can cause explosions if correct precautions are not taken. If there is enough of the substance, mixed with air, then all it needs is a source of ignition to cause an explosion.<\/p>\n
Two European Directives, commonly called ATEX, were enacted to mitigate explosive situations.<\/p>\n
The directive ATEX137, set to protect workers from explosive environments. Directive ATEX 95 concerned standards of equipment intended for use in these explosive environments.<\/p>\n
When you say explosive environments, thoughts tend to go towards the petrochemical industry and the like, however the automotive aftermarket and wider automotive also contains many such hazardous atmospheres; examples include vehicle paint spraying, fuel and chemical delivery as well as fuel storage.<\/p>\n
Ring Automotive has launched its ATEX Torch. The torch has been specifically engineered and designed to be intrinsically safe for use in hazardous locations, by preventing a source of ignition. With a rating IIC T4 it classed as zone 0 Hazard safe and so is suitable for use in work areas containing gases and vapours such as Acetylene Hydrogen and in temperatures up to 135oC. This often referred<\/p>\n
To prevent any source of ignition Ring\u2019s ATEX torch has two key features. The first is that it includes a gas release valve built into torch handle, so the battery is not exposed to hazardous vapour. The second feature is that there is a fastener that locks the torch head and prevents lamp exposure in hazardous conditions.<\/p>\n
The torch itself has a tough robust construction and a virtually unbreakable polycarbonate lens to ensure that it withstands the tough working conditions it will be found in. It also produces 200 lumens output for a bright illuminated work area. From the 4 x AA batteries the torch has an operating time of 50 hours.<\/p>\n
Ring\u2019s ATEX torch provides the solution for business owners to take the necessary precautions to protect their employees and make hazardous working environments as safe as they can be.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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