Our facility collects “X material”, do I need an explosion proof/dust ignition-proof vacuum?
A. We know there is a lot of confusion in the industrial sector regarding hazardous materials, particularly combustible dust. In short, just because your facility handles combustible dust does not mean you need an explosion-proof vacuum…but you might. OSHA’s Combustible Dust NEP calls for electrical vacuums used in dusty areas to be approved for the hazard-classified location, as required under standard 1910.307(b). The standard regulates that facilities follow the Class and Division system as defined by NFPA 70 or the National Electrical Code. At Nilfisk Industrial Vacuums, our representatives conduct a thorough facility analysis, complete a project survey, and make an educated, experienced recommendation based on the needs of your specific application. Nilfisk’s explosion proof and dust ignition-proof vacuums are CSA-certified for use in Class I, Group D, and Class II, Groups E*, F & G, environments. Q. What makes our electric EXP vacuums truly “explosion proof?” A. A true “explosion
A. We know there is a lot of confusion in the industrial sector regarding hazardous materials, particularly combustible dust. In short, just because your facility handles combustible dust does not mean you need an explosion-proof vacuum…but you might. OSHA’s Combustible Dust NEP calls for electrical vacuums used in dusty areas to be approved for the hazard-classified location, as required under standard 1910.307(b). The standard regulates that facilities follow the Class and Division system as defined by NFPA 70 or the National Electrical Code. At Nilfisk Industrial Vacuums, our representatives conduct a thorough facility analysis, complete a project survey, and make an educated, experienced recommendation based on the needs of your specific application. Nilfisk’s explosion proof and dust ignition-proof vacuums are CSA-certified for use in Class I, Group D, and Class II, Groups E*, F & G, environments.
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