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Hazardous Area Earthing Requirements as per International and Philippine Standards

1. Introduction Hazardous areas-locations with explosive atmospheres due to gases, vapors, or dust-require meticulous earthing and bonding practices to ensure electrical safety. This article outlines the requirements for hazardous area …

Design / Lightning Protection / Oil & Gas / Safety

A Definitive Guide to Earthing and Bonding in Hazardous Areas

1. Introduction This document outlines acceptable practices for earthing and bonding electrical apparatus in hazardous areas. While the topic is straightforward, it spans multiple areas of electrical expertise, making a …

Design / Oil & Gas / Tutorials

A comparison between XLPE and EPR as insulating materials for HV cables

Let us compare crosslinked polyethylene (XLPE) and ethylene propylene rubber (EPR) as insulating materials for high voltage (HV) cables. Both XLPE and EPR have their merits, and the choice depends …

Design / IEC / Oil & Gas / Safety

Hazardous Area Classification Impact on Earthing Systems in Oil & Gas Installations

Hazardous Area Classification Oil & gas installation has areas which are classified as being Zone 1 or Zone 2 according to IEC 60079. With regards to explosion ignition of flammable …

Design / IEC / Oil & Gas / Safety

Earthing System in Oil & Gas Installations

In oil and gas installations, earthing systems play a crucial role in ensuring safety and mitigating risks associated with electrical faults and preventing hazardous incidents such as fires, explosions, and …

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