Access Control Hardware for Spark Prevention
In high-stakes industries such as chemical processing, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing, safety isn't just important; it's absolutely essential. When it comes to securing access points in these challenging environments, relying on standard door hardware isn't an option. That's why SDC’s Explosion Proof Collection of door access and egress components is your ultimate solution.
Understanding the term "explosion proof" is essential for effective risk management in environments with potential hazards. It’s not just a buzzword; this term carries significant weight, especially when you consider the stringent standards that define it.
Explosion Proof: More Than Just Toughness
When you hear "explosion proof," you might envision a product that can endure the aftermath of an external blast. While durability is essential, the actual definition in industrial settings, especially according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and the National Electric Code (NEC®), is much more critical and specific:
Explosion proof access control products are specifically designed for applications where flammable vapors are cause for concern by eliminating the sparks or arc from igniting airborne combustibles.This shifts the focus from simply surviving an explosion to actively preventing one—making safety a proactive endeavor.
The Science Behind the Protection: How Our Components Earn the "Explosion Proof" Seal
To meet the criteria for the explosion proof rating, each component enclosure must be able to contain any explosion originating within its housing and prevent sparks from within its housing igniting vapors, gases, dust, or fibers in the air surrounding it.
Temperature Management (NEC® Standards)
But we don’t stop at containment. These explosion proof products also meet the temperature requirements of the specific application in which they are to be installed, per NEC® standards.
Classification and Compliance: Your Safety Guarantee
You can feel confident in our products, as every component within the SDC Explosion Proof Collection comes with a clearly marked nameplate that reflects the valid classification in which it has been tested and approved for installation. These classifications—detailed by NEC® in terms of Class, Division, and Group—identify the types of hazardous materials (gases, dusts, fibers) and the probability of their presence in the atmosphere where the product is approved for use.
Choose SDC for your explosion proof needs and experience unmatched safety and reliability in hazardous environments.