Explosion-Proof and Flame Proof Elevators and Lifts
This type of elevator category can become quite complex. Understanding the conformance standards and the standard to which equipment must conform, our technical division is knowledgeable and experienced and has performed numerous upgrades on explosion-proof facilities.
Explosion-proof elevators and elevator equipment are designed on the design principle and security aspects of strict implementation of national standards to fully meet the needs of industries where explosive gas, vapour, or dust atmospheres may form. Installations must be equipped with explosion-protected electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment in these hazardous areas.
Explosion-proof equipment would be utilized in industries like oil refineries, petrol refineries, chemical industry, gas refineries, fertilizer factories, spicery, essence,
pharmaceuticals, paint and ink, industry, propellent factory, and warehouses are examples of industries where flammable and explosive liquid, gas or dust are present.
Classification For Hazardous Areas
Legal requirements
As found in South African laws and regulations, requirements for explosion protection are summarised below.
| Country/region of origin | Title | Scope | Classification concept covered |
|---|---|---|---|
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SANS 10108 |
Flammable gases, vapours, mists, dusts |
Direct example, reference |
|
RSA |
SANS 10087 series |
LPG |
Refers to SANS 10108 |
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|
SANS 10089 series |
Petroleum |
Direct example |
If you operate in a high-risk environment, you need to understand the importance of equipment that is not only reliable but certified to be utilized in these environments. For all areas at risk of explosion, be it chemical (gas), flour mills (dust) or other, install equipment rated for explosion-proof lifts for hazardous areas. These lifts utilise a unique and safe control circuit, designed especially for high-risk situations using components that will not spark or react with the surrounding area.