Ensuring Safety in Hazardous Environments: Advanced Gas Detection Solutions with Dynament Sensors

Maximizing safety is vital in industries where hazardous gases and explosive atmospheres are a constant concern. Hazardous Area environments, such as those found in oil and gas, mining, and chemical processing, require robust gas detection solutions to prevent catastrophic incidents. Dynament sensors are engineered with advanced infrared technology and certified to ATEX and IECEx for compliance with the harmonised standard EN60079. They provide reliable monitoring of flammable gases in hazardous area zones 1 and 2. Their rigorous stainless-steel construction and innovative features enhance operational safety and support regulatory compliance.

Dynament sensors are certified to meet international standards for hazardous locations, ensuring safe, reliable operation in explosive atmospheres.

Key Certifications

1. ATEX & IECEx Certification: Dynament's Platinum series sensors are available with flameproof certification for both ATEX and IECEx, ensuring that any ignitions within the sensor cannot propagate a flame and cause an explosion. To achieve Ex'd compliance, these sensors are encased in a stainless-steel housing with a brazed double gauze gas inlet and UL-approved resin.
2. EN60079 Compliance: EN60079 compliance is a critical standard for equipment used in explosive atmospheres, ensuring that electrical devices meet stringent safety requirements to prevent ignitions in hazardous environments. This standard encompasses various protections, including flameproof enclosures, intrinsic safety, and non-sparking designs, essential in settings where explosive gases, vapors, or dust may be present. Compliant with all relevant sections of EN60079, these sensors provide reliable gas detection in these environments, ensuring safe operation and minimizing risks associated with electrical equipment in hazardous area zones 1 and 2.
3. Mining Certifications: Our sensors are meticulously engineered to meet the highest safety standards in mining, featuring Ex'd ia M1 certification. This dual-layer protection combines flameproof (Ex d) and intrinsic safety (Ex ia) mechanisms to ensure operational integrity in explosive atmospheres, providing miners with continuous, reliable gas detection even in extreme conditions. With M1 classification, these sensors offer essential safety in underground environments, protecting both personnel and operational accuracy.

Intrinsic safety certification (Ex'd ia) for our sensors is available exclusively for mining applications, in accordance with industry-specific regulations.

Understanding Hazardous Zones 0,1 and 2

• Zone 0: Explosive gas is constantly present or present for long periods.
• Zone 1: Explosive gas is likely to occur during regular operation.
• Zone 2: Explosive gas is unlikely to occur during regular operation, and if it does, it will only last for a short time.

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Dynament Ex'd certified products can be used in hazardous areas, zones 1 and 2 only. The sensors are not certified for use within zone 0 because a filament lamp is used as the IR source, which certification authorities consider an ignition source. Users must adhere to the special conditions for safe use, supplied with all certified products to ensure both performance and safety.

Key Applications of Dynament Sensors in Flameproof Environments

Dynament sensors are deployed across various high-risk applications due to their robust technical design and certifications:

• Oil and Gas: Dynament's methane and hydrocarbon sensors are widely used in oil and gas exploration, drilling rigs, and refining facilities. Their IR technology provides a stable, long-term solution for combustible gas detection, essential for mitigating explosion risks in Zones 1 and 2.
• Mining: Dynament sensors are robustly designed to detect gases like methane in volatile mining conditions. These sensors provide early warnings of potentially explosive gas levels, enhancing safety for workers and minimizing explosion risks in high-risk areas.
• Chemical and Petrochemical Industries: The chemical industry requires precise monitoring of combustible gases and carbon dioxide to ensure safety. Dynament sensors play a vital role in maintaining safe gas levels, supporting compliance with safety regulations, and minimizing the risk of accidental releases within hazardous zones.
• Wastewater Treatment: Wastewater treatment facilities are prone to build-ups of methane (which can form explosive atmospheres) and carbon dioxide. Dynament sensors continuously monitor gas levels, ensuring worker safety and regulatory compliance in Zones 1 and 2.

Key Technical Features of Dynament Sensors for Flameproof Environments

• Non-Dispersive Infrared (NDIR) Technology: Dynament sensors utilize NDIR technology, where target gases absorb specific infrared wavelengths for precise detection. This method ensures accurate, selective gas measurement and resists drift over time, making it ideal for continuous monitoring in hazardous settings.
• Rugged, Flameproof Construction: Built for challenging environments, Dynament sensors are housed in durable, flameproof enclosures that contain any ignition, preventing it from reaching the surrounding atmosphere.
• Fast Response and High Accuracy: These sensors provide quick, reliable readings with high sensitivity, which is crucial for detecting even slight changes in gas levels and ensuring rapid response to potential hazards.

In Conclusion

Dynament's certified gas sensors are a trusted choice for high-risk industries that operate in flameproof and hazardous environments. With advanced NDIR technology, non-intrusive calibration options, compliance with EN60079, and mining-specific certifications, Dynament sensors are Accurate, Reliable, and Trusted.

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