Diesel Explosion Proof Plant (3G Active) system6000 is Pyroban's Zone 2 solution for diesel forklift trucks, combining gas detection with various explosion protection methods.
Conversion, testing and certification take place at Pyroban factories ensuring the equipment is ATEX 94/9/EC compliant* or compliant to local regulations.
All ignition sources are protected so that the forklift truck is safe to operate in the presence of a flammable atmosphere. It is a passive system and is typically selected when the 'preferred' option of gas detection (system6000) cannot be used.
system6000 explosion proof conversions usually refer to EU standard EN1755:2000+A1:2009 and are suitable for the latest forklift trucks, typically including:
- This includes restricted breathing enclosures
- Surface temperature limitation to ensure the engine, motors, brakes, electrics and other components remain below the auto-ignition temperatures (T Class) of flammable materials.
- Inlet shutdown valve for automatic and manual shutdown
- Water cooled exhaust gas cooler to limit surface and exhaust temperatures
- The system provides audible and visual warning when it detects a gas or vapour (at 10% Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) propane in air) and at 25% LEL, it shuts down the protected equipment automatically, eliminating the risk of an explosion.
- Choice of either infrared or pellistor gas sensing heads
- It auto-calibrates and self-tests the gas head at start up to ensure it is working correctly.
- IECEx certification to IEC 60079 standards
- Cladding of forks
INFRARED AND PELLISTOR SENSING OPTIONS
Choose either infrared or pellistor gas sensing to suit the application.
Both options have their advantages and limitations and should be specified according to the risk and application.
Pellistor option
Our traditional pellistor system detects more than 95% of hydrocarbons and is therefore the most versatile system for users in the chemicals and paints/coating industries and when handling a comprehensive range of products. However, pellistor based systems may not be suitable if silicones are present in the environment.
Infrared option
Infrared technology is particularly suited to operations with specific hazards. For example, it suits distilleries, aerosol operations and the oil and gas sector. The Pyroban Infrared system offers faster start-up and lower lifetime costs.
Talk to the experts at Pyroban to help you make the safe choice when supplying or operating EX mobile equipment.
system6000D is suitable for turbo charged engine powered diesel trucks including those with hydrostatic drive.
* ATEX 94/9/EC is accepted across the world, however some national regulations do apply. Click here for more about national requirements.
For more information, please visit our system6000 microsite or contact us.
