Dust explosions in the process industries

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    • Eckhoff, Rolf K.

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Dust explosions in the process industries

Rolf K. Eckhoff

Gulf Professional Pub., c2003

3rd ed

  • : hc

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Previous ed.: 1997

Includes bibliographical references and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

Unfortunately, dust explosions are common and costly in a wide array of industries such as petrochemical, food, paper and pharmaceutical. It is imperative that practical and theoretical knowledge of the origin, development, prevention and mitigation of dust explosions is imparted to the responsible safety manager. The material in this book offers an up to date evaluation of prevalent activities, testing methods, design measures and safe operating techniques. Also provided is a detailed and comprehensive critique of all the significant phases relating to the hazard and control of a dust explosion. An invaluable reference work for industry, safety consultants and students.

Table of Contents

  • Dust explosions - origin, propagation, prevention and mitigation: an overview
  • Case histories
  • Generation of explosible dust clouds by re-entrainment and re-dispersion of deposited dust in air
  • Propagation of flames in dust clouds
  • Ignition of dust clouds and dust deposits: further consideration of some selected aspects
  • Sizing of dust explosion vents in the process industries: further consideration of some important aspects
  • Assessment of ignitability, explosibility and related properties of dusts by laboratory scale tests
  • Electrical Apparatuses for Areas Containing Combustible Dusts
  • Research and Development, 1990-2002
  • Ignitability and explosibility data for dust from laboratory tests

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