Explosion Resistant Ovens for Hazardous Materials

Gruenberg Explosion Resistant Oven

Product details

All standard Gruenberg Ovens can be modified to be explosion resistant ovens. These intrinsically safe ovens are designed to operate safely in volatile atmospheres classified as Class I, Group D, or Class II, Groups E, F, or G. They incorporate safety features such as pressure relief valves, flame-proof electrical components, and robust construction to minimize the risk of explosions. Ideal for industrial applications in pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive, and electronics, these ovens are specifically designed for heating and drying processes.

   

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All standard Gruenberg Ovens can be modified to be explosion resistant ovens. These intrinsically safe ovens are designed to operate safely in volatile atmospheres classified as Class I, Group D, or Class II, Groups E, F, or G. They incorporate safety features such as pressure relief valves, flame-proof electrical components, and robust construction to minimize the risk of explosions. Ideal for industrial applications in pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive, and electronics, these ovens are specifically designed for heating and drying processes.

  • Non-sparking brass explosion-relief door latches
  • Wiring encased in rigid conduit or approved mineral insulated cable
  • Fully welded liners and removable air circulation ducts and baffles
  • Non-sparking aluminum or brass blowers or circulation fans
  • Heating coil within a seamless Incoloy tubular element
  • Sealed electrical connection ports and explosion-resistant housings
  • Approved, static-eliminating belt drives
  • Explosion-resistant motors
  • Explosion-resistant electrical equipment and controls enclosed in housing or purged boxes

Chart Recorder

  • Circular or strip type
  • Records temperature versus time
  • Some models include digital display
  • J thermocouple for temperature measurement

Allen-Bradley MicroLogix PLC

  • 10 Digital inputs
  • 6 Digital outputs
  • 2 Analog inputs
  • Ability to add digital, analog, RTD, and thermocouple modules to customize the controller for your application.
  • Supports expansion I/O -- up to four 1762 I/O modules
  • High speed I/O: 20 kHz HSC, 20 kHz 
  • PTO/PWM output
  • 4KB user-program memory
  • 4KB-word, user-data memory
  • Up to 128KB for data logging and 64KB for recipes
  • Built-in 10/100 Mbps EtherNet / IP Port

Explosion Venting Latches & Safety Chain

  • Provides venting in the event of internal explosion
  • Latch allows door to blow out away from chamber

Explosion Resistant Interior/ Exterior for Hazardous Area

  • May be designed to meet NFPA 497 and National Electric Code, Article 500 standards
  • Any standard industrial oven can be modified to operate under Class I, 2, 3 - Groups A-G atmospheres to meet your exact process needs.
  • Rugged CHIL construction provides years of energy-efficient service

CHIL Construction

  • Separated, insulated inner and outer surfaces
  • Pliable, final seal silicone rubber gaskets on oven up to 650°F
  • Less energy to maintain temperature
  • Air-conditioning equipment doesn’t work as hard
  • Heavy duty construction
  • Built around welded, structural steel frame
  • One-piece unitized construction costs less to install
  • Pre-tested, ready for operation
  • Motor and blowers to circulate air for uniform atmosphere
  • V.F.D. motor for circulation adjustment (CFM)
  • Heater elements are Inconel sheathed

   

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