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Innovations for Explosionproof Electrical Enclosures.

Authors
Gunderman RJ
Source
NTIS: PB/82-104936 :209 pages
Link
NIOSHTIC No.
10002184
Abstract
Explosionproof electrical enclosures for coal mine face equipment have been of the same basic design for many years without significant change. With the goal of improving safety, health, and productivity, characteristics for potential improvement were investigated through interviews, visits to mines, and studies. Areas identified for improvement included rapid venting of pressure buildup due to an internal explosion, quick and easy entry or removal of cable entrances, and a quick and easy cover removal for rapid component access. Concepts were identified and evaluated, and the more promising devices were fabricated and tested. Encouraging results from initial tests led to further design refinement and establishment of design guidelines. These design guidelines for a pressure vent and for an elasto-metric grommet-type cable entry are described along with the testing used.
Publication Date
19800101
Document Type
CP; Final Contract Report;
Fiscal Year
1980
NTIS Accession No.
PB82-104936
NTIS Price
A11
Identifying No.
OFR 121-81
NIOSH Division
PRC;
Source Name
NTIS: PB/82-104936
Performing Organization
Dresser Industries, Inc.
Page last reviewed: October 29, 2021
Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Education and Information Division