Curious as to why multi-spectrum IR flame detectors were developed and rapidly adopted as the optimal choice, replacing UV/IR flame detection Read More
How to Design an Effective and Future-proof Gas Detection System
“How many detectors do I need?” and “Where should I locate them?” are two frequently asked questions about designing Read More
Methods of Protection in Hazardous (Explosion Risk) Locations: Containment, Segregation and Prevention (with Intrinsic Safety)
In order to reduce the risk of explosion, elimination of one or more of the components of the ignition Read More
Intrinsically Safe for Hazardous Areas – Understanding the technology
The phrase “Intrinsically Safe” is often used generically to describe products destined for hazardous (explosive) areas. This post explores Read More
Intrinsic Safety 101 – Hazardous Locations
Protection Methods, Containment, Segregation, and Prevention This article from Robert Schosker in association with ISA answers the question, “Why worry Read More
Video VS Optical Flame Detection – A Scientific Perspective
Fire Suppression and Detection Research and Applications Below is an excerpt from a whitepaper outlining the results of an in-depth independent Read More
Understanding Fire Sizes in FGS Mapping
Original post: Sept 10, 2014 – Edward Marszal, (PEng, ISA 84 Expert) Good fire and gas (FGS) mapping depends on Read More