Explosion proof or explosion-protected ventilation fans draw off dangerous gases safely and quickly by technical ventilation. The robust plastic housing passes voltage into the floor and thus prevents static charges and dangerous sparking. Explosion proof ventilation fans can also use anti-static hoses in case of cleaning fuel, oil and gas tanks, or repair and maintenance work in manhole pits at petrol stations.
In certain settings, the use of a conventional axial fan motor for ventilation can carry a lot of risk. If the electricity powering these units creates static charge or sparks in areas with volatile gases, potential explosions can place people’s lives in great danger.
However, consistent ventilation is often crucial for workplace safety in these hazardous locations. Without a means to introduce large volumes of air into a space, dangerous fumes and gases can be equally as harmful to someone’s health.
In these situations, it is critical to utilise explosion proof fans. Wherever ignitable fumes, gases or dust may be present, these compact, robust units ensure that people can comfortably carry out work in these spaces while benefiting from a layer of increased safety.
Our explosion-proof axial ventilators are housed in a resilient ABS carbon plastic material that passes all voltage into the floor. This prevents the possibility of static charges and sparking, which removes the risk of explosions occurring in especially dangerous areas.
In addition, this exceptional casing provides effective protection against dust and water entering the fans, so performance is maintained at all times. Simultaneously, antistatic hoses guarantee safe operation in potentially explosive settings.
These additional safety measures mean that good ventilation can be provided in a wide range of challenging locations, including:
Offering powerful air flow rates, easy transport and low power consumption, our choice of explosion-proof fans remove the threat posed by dangerous gases, allowing people to operate in these locations with total reassurance over their health and safety.
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explosion proof or explosion-protected ventilation fans are specially designed to extract dangerous gases in environments saturated with volatile substances, such as manhole pits at petrol stations and in sewers.
These systems work by passing voltage through the floor to prevent static charges and sparks from causing an explosion, protecting the safety of teams on-site.
The unique properties of explosion proof ventilation fans make them essential for use in a broad range of applications, such as:
Although both types of ventilation fans perform the same role – introducing clean, healthy air into indoor settings – explosion proof and non explosion proof units differ in several key ways.
Firstly, explosion proof fans are designed to route all voltage into the floor as a way to prevent the possibility of sparking in volatile environments. Non ex-proof fans are not built to the same stringent standards.
Secondly, explosion proof fans can be used safely to ventilate areas with ignitable fumes, gases or dust, while more conventional solutions cannot.
As explosion proof fans are specialist systems manufactured to a strict standard, these devices are traditionally more expensive than their conventional counterparts.
Reach out to our experts for a free, specialist consultation about your specifications so we can advise you on the most suitable solution for your circumstances.
ATEX-certified fans, such as those found on our website, are designed and manufactured to comply with Europe’s mandatory directives, helping keep workers safe in areas with potentially explosive atmospheres.
No. Explosion proof fans are designed to operate in specific types of explosive atmospheres. As a result, choosing the appropriate fan is crucial, as some gases and dusts present a higher risk than others.
For example, our range of market-leading solutions has been carefully designed to operate in Zones 1 and 2, as well as being approved for use in substance group IIB, which includes gases such as ethylene.
For detailed information on the ideal solution for your environment, reach out to a member of our expert team.
For all of our explosion proof ventilation fans, VAT-registered companies can get a quote very quickly by pressing 'I want to buy' and inserting their enquiry and contact details.
However, you cannot carry out the entire purchasing process on our website. This is because due to the solution you wish to purchase and your area of residence, you may or may not need to buy through a local Dantherm Group representative. We will facilitate this when you use the 'I want to buy' button for the fans of your choice.
Yes, we can fulfil bulk orders across our range of explosion proof ventilation fans for large, bespoke projects. Get in contact with our experts or go direct to your local Dantherm Group representative to discuss the exact needs of your project and how we can meet your requirements.
At Dantherm Group, we pride ourselves on ensuring all solutions we supply are tailored to your precise needs. Our decades of experience and total control over the design and manufacture of our range of fans means we can provide you with bespoke, technical advice to ensure you receive the most efficient, effective and suitable solution.
Reach out to our experts for a free, specialist consultation about your specifications so we can advise you on the most suitable solution.
This depends. For some standard solutions, as well as their accessories and consumables, we offer day-to-day delivery. Larger or more complex orders will likely have a longer lead time.
For detailed information on when you can expect to receive the solutions you are interested in, please reach out to your local Dantherm Group representative.
No. Dantherm Group explosion proof ventilation fans included on this website are sold only to industry professionals either directly or via our extensive network of suppliers.
Yes. We have dedicated offices, suppliers and servicing partners based across Europe to provide timely, ongoing support across our entire range of explosion proof ventilation fans. You can get in touch through our contact form and we will make sure your enquiry is handled by the office or service partner best suited to your needs.
We also have an extensive network of spare parts dealers throughout Europe, who are geared to provide you with a complete stock of spare parts for your solutions. We are committed to catering to your needs and getting you the required parts as quickly and easily as possible.
If you would like to become a supplier of Dantherm Group explosion proof ventilation fans, please refer to our Supplier Code of Conduct.
Get in touch with our team via email or over the phone if you have an enquiry, and we will get back to you at our earliest convenience.
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