Fan Performance and Testing

Fan Performance and Testing

Airflow/Volume, Air Pressure and Fan Motor Power The performance of any fan – centrifugal or otherwise – comes down to three inter-related factors: Airflow – how much air will the fan move in a given period of time? Pressure – how much (or how little) force is needed...
ATEX vs IECEx – A Question of Standards

ATEX vs IECEx – A Question of Standards

It  is easy to get lost in the detail when you specify explosion-proof equipment. Do you find yourself pondering over ATEX and IECEx and what certification you need for each? Before explaining the differences, it’s worth recognising that all the standards and...
Is compressed air really safe?

Is compressed air really safe?

When production and factory personnel are at work, it can often be tempting for them to find the easiest, or in their opinion, the fastest way of doing certain things. This is all well and good, but shortcuts can lead to individuals and companies running into major...