Portable ATEX Fan Heater – A World First At HazardEx 2017 With EXHEAT Industrial

Published 30 Jan 2017

EXHEAT MFH The Bulldog – a portable ATEX fan heater introduced at HazardEx 2017.

EXHEAT MFH The Bulldog: Portable ATEX Fan Heater

Thorne & Derrick introduced EXHEAT MFH The Bulldog at the HazardEx 2017 Conference & Exhibition. Developed by EXHEAT Industrial, The Bulldog is a portable electric fan heater designed for specified hazardous area applications.

At the event, Thorne & Derrick showcased this heating solution as guests of EXHEAT Industrial, highlighting its potential for workplaces that need portable heat in challenging environments.

The EXHEAT MFH range was offered with supply options from 110V to 690V and power outputs from 2kW to 6kW, according to the original 2017 announcement.

For product specifications, available configurations and application information, visit the EXHEAT MFH The Bulldog portable ATEX fan heater page.

Thorne & Derrick appointed sole UK distributor for the EXHEAT MFH range

Thorne & Derrick was appointed sole UK distributor for EXHEAT MFH and attended HazardEx 2017 as guests of EXHEAT Industrial.

HazardEx 2017 Conference & Exhibition

The HazardEx 2017 International Conference & Exhibition took place at the Holiday Inn Hotel in Runcorn, Cheshire, on 2–3 March 2017. The event brought together specialists in hazardous areas and process safety.

Thorne & Derrick attended with EXHEAT Industrial to introduce The Bulldog and discuss portable heating requirements with prospective customers.

For historical event information, visit the EXHEAT MFH product range.

Meet the Thorne & Derrick Team

Contact Terry on 0191 492 9866 or visit the Thorne & Derrick contact page.

Visitors to HazardEx 2017 could meet Terry McDonald, Sales & Business Development Manager, and Anthony Mitchinson, UK Sales Engineer.

The team welcomed enquiries about The Bulldog and its potential applications. Customers who could not attend the exhibition could contact Thorne & Derrick to discuss their portable hazardous area heating requirements.

Contact Thorne & Derrick about EXHEAT MFH heaters.

Thorne & Derrick and EXHEAT on The Bulldog

Terry McDonald commented:

“T&D are very excited about the EXHEAT MFH and foresee excellent opportunities to support our clients with their requirements for a long overdue portable heating solution for use in explosive atmospheres.

We believe the hazardous area heater is unrivalled in terms of capability, quality and performance.

Since introducing this ATEX fan heater to our clients, interest has been very high and first orders have now been received. T&D have over 25 years experience selling process heating equipment and this has to be one of the best innovations we have seen in that time.”

Katrina Parrott, General Manager at EXHEAT Industrial, explained the design approach:

“When developing The Bulldog we aimed to combine an efficient product design with simple functionality. The Bulldog is the world’s first truly portable heating solution for use in hazardous environments. It is a lightweight, tough and durable electric fan heater that can provide a stream of warm air up to 5 meters distance”.

She added:

“We listened closely to our customers and extensively researched the market in order to create a product that truly fills a gap in the hazardous area heating market. Initial client feedback has been extremely positive and, working alongside outstanding distributors such as Thorne & Derrick, we know The Bulldog will become an industry leading product.”

EXHEAT MFH The Bulldog portable fan heater for challenging hazardous area environments

Portable heating for challenging environments – the original announcement promoted The Bulldog for onshore and offshore applications, including cold or confined spaces. Check the current product documentation to confirm suitability for your specific hazardous area.

Portable Heating for High-Voltage Electrical Work

Cold weather can make electrical installation and maintenance work more difficult. For cable jointers and utility workers, maintaining a comfortable working environment can help support dexterity and working conditions.

The EXHEAT MFH was promoted as a portable heating option for applications across the high-voltage and extra-high-voltage (HV-EHV) electrical power industry.

Potential application areas described in the original announcement include:

Underground HV-EHV cable vaults.
Cable jointing bays.
Cable termination towers.
Electrical substations.
Switchgear environments.

When specifying heating equipment for these locations, assess the hazardous area classification and any gas, vapour or combustible dust risks. Confirm that the complete heater configuration is certified and suitable for the intended installation.

For further information about sulphur hexafluoride (SF₆) and gas detection, read this related article on SF₆ gas detection equipment.

HV and EHV cable jointing bays and termination towers

Portable electric heating for HV-EHV cable jointing bays and termination towers.

Heating for Cold and Confined Spaces

The Bulldog was promoted as a portable heating solution for cold working environments, including certain confined-space applications.

Before using any portable heater in a confined space or potentially explosive atmosphere, check the relevant risk assessment, ventilation requirements, hazardous area classification and product certification. Never assume that a heater is suitable for every confined space simply because it carries an ATEX marking.

The original HazardEx campaign also featured social media posts highlighting the product for cold-environment work.

Follow the relevant product and company updates through the EXHEAT MFH product page.

About EXHEAT Industrial

EXHEAT Industrial manufactures electric heaters, hazardous area heating equipment, control systems and pre-engineered electrical heating solutions.

Thorne & Derrick distributes EXHEAT products for industrial applications. For further information about the manufacturer and its equipment, visit the EXHEAT manufacturer page.

For current product details, request the latest technical documentation to confirm available voltages, power ratings, temperature classifications, permitted hazardous area zones and certification.

About Thorne & Derrick

Thorne & Derrick International supplies electrical, mechanical, process and instrumentation equipment to UK and international customers.

Since 1985, the company has supported customers across utilities, power, renewable energy, construction, rail, manufacturing, food and beverage, mining, oil and gas, and petrochemical industries.

Its product portfolio includes equipment from a broad range of manufacturers, helping customers source products for industrial projects, maintenance work and hazardous area applications.

Explore the hazardous area equipment range or browse the construction industry resource.