combustible dust explosions blog by portable EX hazardous area certified equipment specialists SA Equip
January 17, 2023

Why Combustible Dust Explosions Happen and How to Reduce Your Risk

A dust explosion is a workplace hazard that must not be overlooked, for two critical reasons. Firstly, the consequences can be devastating, both in terms of human safety and structural…

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September 20, 2022

The Importance of ATEX-Plugs, Sockets, and Couplers in Hazardous Environments

ATEX plugs, sockets, and couplers are essential for safety and reliability in environments with flammable gases, vapours, or dust. These components are crucial for ensuring secure electrical connections in areas…

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August 2, 2022

Utilities Industry Safety and Equipping for a Safer Worksite

Projects in the utilities industry come with a range of risks, but one thing remains certain: using the latest specialist equipment is vital to ensuring a safer and more efficient…

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July 25, 2022

The Unseen Safety Risks and Solutions of Oil & Gas Decommissioning

For many professionals in the oil and gas sector, platform decommissioning is an inevitable part of their career. It’s crucial, therefore, for everyone in the industry to understand that the…

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July 4, 2022

Reducing Shutdown Impact Starts with the Right Equipment

Every offshore professional knows that a well-executed shutdown can avoid damaging delays, disruption and costs. This means a textbook shutdown begins with meticulous planning including the right equipment...

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June 6, 2022

Common Risks found on Renewable Worksites

It would be too easy to think of a renewable energy plant as a safer worksite due to the absence of some traditional risk factors. But this is an incorrect,…

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May 11, 2022

Working in the Petrochemicals Industry

Working in the Petrochemicals Industry: Safety Begins Before You Arrive On-Site

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April 25, 2022

Why Life Extensions Are a Hot Topic

Our quick read blog introduces life extensions, explains the risks senior engineers plan for in a life extension and also explains how we can help create a safer, more efficient…

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January 21, 2022

Equipping Yourself for Safe Hot Work

A hot work permit alone doesn’t guarantee safety, just like having a driver’s license doesn’t make someone a skilled driver. That’s why the industry professionals we speak with every day…

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December 6, 2021

The Importance of Risk Assessments & Maintenance in Offshore Operations

We often tell clients that we make our products for environments, like hazardous work areas with an explosion risk, where every second counts.

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