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    Protect The Protector PDF

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    The document discusses the importance of protecting firefighting systems on oil platforms from explosions. It describes a compressed air foam system (CAFS) designed by Ai Group to fight oil fires. To prevent the CAFS control system from causing explosions in hazardous areas classified as Zone 1 or 2, it was equipped with ATEX and IECEx certified explosion protection. This was achieved through a flameproof control station housed in a robust and corrosion-resistant stainless steel enclosure. The explosion protected control station ensures the firefighting system functions reliably in emergencies.

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    The document discusses the importance of protecting firefighting systems on oil platforms from explosions. It describes a compressed air foam system (CAFS) designed by Ai Group to fight oil fires. To prevent the CAFS control system from causing explosions in hazardous areas classified as Zone 1 or 2, it was equipped with ATEX and IECEx certified explosion protection. This was achieved through a flameproof control station housed in a robust and corrosion-resistant stainless steel enclosure. The explosion protected control station ensures the firefighting system functions reliably in emergencies.

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    The document discusses the importance of protecting firefighting systems on oil platforms from explosions. It describes a compressed air foam system (CAFS) designed by Ai Group to fight oil fires. To prevent the CAFS control system from causing explosions in hazardous areas classified as Zone 1 or 2, it was equipped with ATEX and IECEx certified explosion protection. This was achieved through a flameproof control station housed in a robust and corrosion-resistant stainless steel enclosure. The explosion protected control station ensures the firefighting system functions reliably in emergencies.

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    Protect The Protector PDF

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    The document discusses the importance of protecting firefighting systems on oil platforms from explosions. It describes a compressed air foam system (CAFS) designed by Ai Group to fight oil fires. To prevent the CAFS control system from causing explosions in hazardous areas classified as Zone 1 or 2, it was equipped with ATEX and IECEx certified explosion protection. This was achieved through a flameproof control station housed in a robust and corrosion-resistant stainless steel enclosure. The explosion protected control station ensures the firefighting system functions reliably in emergencies.

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    Application Report | 09.

    2016 | Electrical Explosion Protection Equipment

    The Application

    Tragedies aboard oil rigs such as Piper Alpha and Deepwa-


    Protect the Protector! ter Horizon have demonstrated the importance of fully func-
    tioning safety systems to detect and stop fires. Compressed
    air foam systems (CAFS) are effective in fighting oil fires on
    offshore platforms due to their consistently high foam quality,
    protection against fire reignition, and protection of still unaf-
    fected areas. This system is designed and manufactured by
    Ai Group, the well-known fire protection control systems
    company based in France, and is currently running on an oil
    platform off the coast of Nigeria.
    Explosion Protection for Firefighting
    Systems on Oil Platforms
    Application Report | 09.2016 | Electrical Explosion Protection Equipment

    The Goal

    On oil rigs, there is always a risk of hazardous gas atmos-


    pheres classified as Zone 1 or Zone 2 or Class I, Division 1 At a Glance:
    or 2. As a result, the fire safety control system itself needs to
    be protected. To prevent the control system from causing  ATEX and IECEx certification for Zone 1
    an explosion, it has to be adequately equipped for use in Zone
    1 hazardous areas.  Protects the firefighting system from explosion
    hazards

    The Solution  Fully skid integrated

    The explosion protection was achieved by designing a rigid  Robustness


    flameproof control station using an EJB series Ex d enclosure
    made of highly corrosion-resistant 316L stainless steel. The  High corrosion resistance
    indicating lights and actuators, such as pushbuttons and
    control switches, have the “flameproof” type of protection,
    making them ideal for the harsh environments encountered
    on the rig. The control station is well integrated and centrally
    located within the fire protection control system skid.

    The Benefits

    A fully ATEX and IECEx certified flameproof control station


    provides the explosion protection safety within the fire
    protection control system. This ensures that the firefighting
    system functions properly and reliably in case it is really
    needed. The Ex d enclosure is also extremely durable, even
    in hazardous areas, because of its robust construction and
    high corrosion resistance.

    More information can be found at


    www.pepperl-fuchs.com

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