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About the webinar
This webinar highlights the need to use approved equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres when handling bulk solids.
In Europe, this includes non-electrical equipment. The first step for non-electrical equipment to be approved is the performance of a so-called ignition hazard analysis (IHA).
During the webinar, you will learn about the importance of thoroughly performing IHA, including the following points.
- The process for performing an ignition hazard analysis.
- Background information regarding various ignition sources.
- Examples of how mechanical equipment has become an ignition source while handling bulk solids.
About the speaker
Kees Van Wingerden
Dr. Scott Davis is the CEO of Gexcon US and is a Principal Engineer who specializes in combustion, thermal, and fluid processes. Dr. Davis has investigated hundreds of fires and explosions, and he applies his expertise to the prevention and risk associated with such incidents. Dr. Davis is a principal member of various fire/explosion technical committees including NFPA 652 and provides key training in Gexcon’s advanced safety courses on major hazards. He has also published over 100 papers.
John Pethullis
Director @ Southdowne Solutions Ltd
John Pethullis has over 40 years of experience in Bulk Materials Handling. In 2016 he established materials handling consultancy‚ Southdowne Solutions Ltd to provide engineering support for Bulk Material Handling projects‚ from concept to commissioning. John is a Chartered Engineer and former chairman of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers bulk materials handling committee (IMechE BMHC) and is still an active committee member. In 2015 he was awarded SHAPA’s Individual award “Chiefly for his management of the extensive contract to install biomass handling facilities at Drax Power Station for Shepherd Group”.
