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HOW TO STAY SAFE IN INDUSTRIAL HEATING APPLICATIONS

Industrial heating is a powerful process that involves extremely high temperatures and chemical reactions, otherwise known as combustion. Generally, industrial heating is used for a variety of applications that require extreme heat, including metal molding and vaporization.

While these applications are common, they can be very dangerous when proper safety precautions are not set in place. Here are a few measures you can take to stay safe when working with industrial heating.

Monitor the Flame
Flame monitoring technology is used to ensure that a flame is burning at all times while the fuel safety valves are open. If the flame goes out, fuel or other harmful vapors could be released without burning, which can be harmful to breathe in and very flammable.

To prevent this, there are a few common ways to monitor flames efficiently, including:

  • Thermocouples
  • Flame rods
  • Ultraviolet scanners
  • Infrared scanners
This technology makes it easy to monitor industrial heating systems efficiently and prevent catastrophic damage from gas leaks.

Invest in Backup Valves
Even when safety shut-off valves are closed, it is still possible for gas to leak through. In the case of an industrial furnace, leaky gas can build up in the chamber and potentially cause an explosion during start-up.

While you may not be able to prevent a shut-off valve from leaking, installing a backup shut-off valve will act as a second barrier. In the case that the main valve fails, any leaky gas that may escape will still be trapped by a secondary wall—making the industrial heating system safer and more reliable.

Make Sure All Workers Are Properly Trained
One of the easiest ways to promote safe industrial heating is by training employees to use the equipment properly. Working with extreme temperatures and explosive chemicals is dangerous, and without proper training, a lot can go wrong in the blink of an eye.

Before any personnel operates equipment, they should undergo advanced training to understand how the equipment works, safety precautions to take and what to do in case of an emergency. Along with initial training, workers should be kept up to date with safety precautions through additional courses or meetings to ensure the facility remains protected.

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