What are Portable Explosion Proof Fans and Blowers? (4/1/2019)

Article - April 1, 2019 By LarsonElectronics.com

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What are Portable Explosion Proof Fans and Blowers?

Portable explosion proof fans and blowers are designed for hazardous applications requiring ventilation. Industrial-grade portable fans feature handles or wheels for easy transportation and workplace maneuverability. Explosion proof blowers are often used in conjunction with respirators, but it some cases, operators use the blowers to bring clean air in while pulling stale air out.

Generally, operators can calculate the cubic feet of the work area and divide by the CFM to understand how often the explosion blower will clear the area of stale area.

Furthermore, venturi-style blowers remove hazardous fumes from underground storage tanks and are powered by compressed air. These styles of blowers have no moving parts and are suitable for use in high heat locations. They are available in a variety of sizes and CFM options.

Explosion Proof Construction and Mounting

Surface mount explosion proof ventilation fans are constructed from cast aluminum to resist sparking further increasing the safety of the hazardous environment in which the fan is being utilized. An aluminum spark-resistant blade provides superior ventilation and air movement. These units are ideal for meeting cooling requirements for electronic cabinets, motor control cabinets, fume hoods, air filtration systems and heat exchangers.

Air circulation explosion proof fans include stand-mounted, wall or ceiling mounted, or beam-mounted options and are designed as a spot cooling fan for use in atmospheres that include flammable or explosive vapors, gas, or dusts. The non-sparking aluminum fan blades offer increased safety in hazardous locations.

Portable Explosion Proof Evaporative Coolers

Portable class rated evaporative coolers and chillers combines non-sparking fans and dry mist technology to cool class rated work areas that do not have access to traditional air conditioning. They are designed to be self-maintaining; therefore, operators will not need to interrupt their work to replace pads or clean the nozzles. Applications include Class I, Division 2 areas, including oil rig floors, construction sites, and tank cleaning applications.