Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Hazardous Areas",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Temperature transmitter networks 126 sensors from
Moore Industries International, which we summarised at the time by saying "A programmable fieldbus temperature transmitter saves wire and installation costs by allowing up to 126 devices to be networked onto one, low cost Foundation fieldbus H1
segment".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Viscometer helps to keep polycarbonate flowing from
Hydramotion: "An online viscometer is specifically intended for the monitoring of polycarbonate melts and is designed for mounting in a nozzle at an elbow in the melt pipe".
In November 2007, we covered the news from Leuze Mayser
concerning its Solid 4E light curtain
- take a look at Safety light curtain protects hands and fingers
which says: "A range of light safety curtains has been expanded to include hand and finger protection following the introduction of a 14mm safety protection resolution".
Take a look also at the news release from Fraser Anti-Static Techniques, Measuring static electricity in hazardous areas,
as well as Measuring static in hazardous areas from Fraser Anti-Static Techniques,
and Explosion-proof, smart laser level transmitter from K-Tek.
See also:
Field rugged cable includes Fieldbus versions
(October 2007)
The DataCELL Field rugged cable product line has been extended to include a CC-Link, high-flex-life mid ODVA DeviceNet
Viscometer operates at up to 450 deg C
(September 2007)
The operations level of high temperature viscometers has been raised to 450 deg C and can be configured to display viscosity corrected to a standard reference temperature
Polymer melt viscometer works at extruder head
(September 2007)
A compact on-line polymer melt viscometer can be directly installed on the extruder die head, so there is no nee to divert any part of the flow
Air-operated monorail hoists work reliably
(August 2007)
Air-operated monorail hoists work reliably and safely when working in conditions of high humidity, dust laden atmospheres and even hazardous areas, claims the manufacturer
Cable glands installed and maintained easily
(August 2007)
Universal cable glands are easy to install and maintain and are triple certified Flameproof and are suitable for use in Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 21, Zone 22 Hazardous areas for all types of cables
Conduit systems safer when the rules are followed
(August 2007)
When electrical systems and even mechanical systems are designed and built, the specification of adequate or suitable conduit and conduit components is often ignored, writes Jon Hobden
To beat competition, get robots
(August 2007)
Robot technology has undergone rapid change over the past decade or so, suppliers focusing on continuous improvements in machine productivity and performance writes Stirling Paatz
Instrumentation raises product quality
(August 2007)
Ideas to improve productivity and product quality include paperless recorders with significant data recording and display technology and wireless process transmitters for remote process measurement
Battery-powered lamp for harsh and hazardous jobs
(June 2007)
The Wolf Safety Lamp Company has introduced an ATEX-certified battery-powered lamp called WL-85 Worklite which can cope with the harshest of environments
Small CCTV camera for hazardous areas
(June 2007)
R Stahl claims to have manufactured the world's smallest explosion-proof camera with touch screen monitoring, suitable for hazardous areas
ATEX compatible cable glands for hazardous areas
(May 2007)
EExe nylon ATEX-compatible cable glands in various sizes and suitable for use in hazardous areas has been launched by Kopex International
Cost reduction for plant Fieldbus systems
(May 2007)
MC5 Fieldbus Calibrator able to calibrate, configure and trim Foundation Fieldbus H1 or Profibus PA transmitters
Customised blade-tip clearance measurement system
(May 2007)
Tyco Thermal Controls has produced CapaciSense, custom-made blade-tip measurement probes for monitoring gas turbine engines in operation using high bandwidth capacitive sensing systems
Industrial solenoid for hazardous areas
(May 2007)
Emessem Solenoid has designed the high performance GTCE series of solenoids to meet the new European standards for electrical equipment used in hazardous areas, ATEX Directive RL94/9/EC
Remote control for process analyser
(May 2007)
The ADI 2040 process analyser from Applikon Analytical can now be controlled remotely via one-way serial communication with total functional control
Exhibition of camera housings
(May 2007)
Videotec will be introducing several new products at IFSEC 2007, such as the Medusa enclosure for speed domes and network PTZ cameras and other camera housings for thermal cameras applications
Seven pole mini plug connector for low voltage
(May 2007)
Stahl's miniCLIX plug connector series has been extended with a 7-pole version (6 poles + PE for AC signals)
On-line viscometer optimises polyol production
(May 2007)
Hydramotion's XL7 on-line viscometers, for controlling the production of polyols, used in sweeteners, pharmaceuticals, paints, adhesives and plastic foams, are relied upon by industry
Pneu-Power for 101 extraction and Conveying
(April 2007)
The Beckair Pneu-Power is a bladeless, motorless fan which provides either powerful vacuum or powerful flow for extracting and conveying all kinds of materials
Hazardous area safety courses unveiled
(April 2007)
A series of seminars covering the UK, Europe and Middle East called 'HazardEx In The Regions', has announced a seminar programme that will give delegates an update into the ATEX and DSEAR directives
Safety seminar covers competency, regulations etc
(April 2007)
Hima-Sella is co-supporting a safety seminar covering regulations in legacy systems, competency, digital communications, and hazardous areas at the Catalyst Science Discovery Centre, in Widnes
Intrinsically safe giant LED clusters
(April 2007)
RTK Instruments has introduced the DA180 range of giant LED clusters providing a reliable, high-brightness visual indication of process conditions for safe and hazardous areas
Flameproof illumination for hazardous areas
(April 2007)
The VL64 Equal Plus zone one floodlight from Victor Lighting is designed for hazardous environments such as jetties, tank farms or as security and perimeter lighting
Certified intrinsically safe dew point transmitter
(April 2007)
Michell Instruments has introduced a version of their Easidew Transmitter, Easidew TX I.S., with enhanced loop power that is ATEX certified as intrinsically safe
Moisture analyser and transmitter in one
(March 2007)
The multitasking HygroPro from GE-Sensing combines performance and practicality, features commonly found in top-of-the-line moisture analysers, as a moisture analyser and a transmitter
Interface module for infrared thermometer
(March 2007)
Micro-Epsilon has launched a low-cost PROFIBUS-DP interface module for its 'optris CT Series' infrared thermometer range
Profibus user conference programme
(March 2007)
Programme includes presentation focusing on the development of fieldbus systems and the way forward with particular emphasis on integration of fieldbus into modern process systems
Remote I/O system for mixed operations
(March 2007)
Remote I/O system allows for a comfortable hot swap of all system components, including CPU and supply unit
Long-life lightweight repair and machine light
(March 2007)
Stahl's ToughLux light for hazardous areas (repair light type 6149) weighs less than one kilogram, it is optimised for practical use and its ergonomically shaped handle features roll-away protection
Static discharger is ATEX certified
(March 2007)
The EX-HPSD static discharger has been certified for use in hazardous areas under the European ATEX directive, the unit is simple to install and comes in a choice of fibre lengths
Highly sensitive smoke detection system released
(March 2007)
Groveley Detection is launching flameproof smoke detector
Infrared sensor is one of smallest available
(March 2007)
The 'optris CT ' series of sensors is said to be one of the smallest infrared sensors in the world, with 20:1 optical resolution and is available from Micro-Epsilon
Rope-pull emergency stop switches
(February 2007)
Omron Scientific's rope-pull emergency stop switches, the ER series, can be supplied with top-mounted metal stop buttons and cover spans of 40 to 200 metres
Thermocouples for heat treatment control
(February 2007)
Tyco Thermal Controls has announced a solution for heat treatment firms for the reduction in the incidence of 'failed loads', a thermocouple from sheathed cable delivering accurate measurements