BASF Global  I   E-Commerce  I   Sitemap  I   German  I   Contact    
 
About usIProducts & MarketsIInnovationsIDesignISustainabilityINews & Media RelationsICareersILacquer artICoatings Partner 
 

 

IE7: Sampling

 

Hazards:

Charges generated by filling, pumping, agitating and similar processes in feed vessels can result in ignition-capable discharges if conductive objects (sampling cups, measuring rods) are brought into close proximity.

 

Protective measures:

Use appropriate sampling vessels.

 

Example: Sampling using scoop device Before sampling, switch off agitator and wait for specified time until tool is completely stationary! Do not use conductive sampling vessels. Non-conductive sampling vessel of volume > 1 l is inadmissible!
Example: Sampling via sampling line Use only conductive hoses or lines and valves for small mass flows or with an adjustment device to set small mass flows. Earth conductive sampling vessels, non-conductive sampling vessels only admissible up to 1 l in volume.

 

 
 

I - Exclusion of ignition sources in hazardous areas

IE - Ignition sources through electostatic charge

IE 1 Basic conditions to prevent build-up of electrostatic charges
IE 2 Movement of liquids
IE 3 Feed of liquids
IE 4 Feed of solids
IE 5 Operations with rotating tools
IE 6 Belt drives
IE 7 Sampling
IE 8 Filtering
IE 9 Filling
IE 10 Manual cleaning with brushes
IE 11 Pressure jet cleaning of stirring vessels
IE 12 Brush cleaning plant
IE 13 Static electricity initiated by high voltage

IH - Ignition sources of hot surfaces

IH 1 Basic conditions to prevent ignition temperatures
IH 2 Heating of starting materials
IH 3 Frictional heat through malfunction-related contact between rotating parts
IH 4 Contact of rotating parts in the course of operations
IH 5 Introduction of mechanical energy

IS - Ignition sources through spark formation

IS 1 Basic conditions to prevent spark formation
IS 2 Sparks through malfunction-related contact between rotating parts

IR - Ignition sources from chemical reactions

IR 1 Basic conditions for the prevention of ignition sources through chemical reactions
IR 2 Ignition sources through self-decomposition
IR 3 Introduction of smoulder spots

 

   
  Disclaimer    Credits    Copyright 2010    BASF Coatings GmbH