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➡ The following is a transcription of an interview with Scott Harding (Sales Director at Woodcock & Wilson Ltd) at the 2019 SPE Offshore Europe Conference & Exhibition.
Woodcock and Wilson are the global engineering leaders in the manufacture of industrial Centrifugal & Axial fans – they are manufacturers of the worlds first Independently certified ATEX & IECEx fan for safe ventilation of hazardous area workplaces and potentially explosive atmospheres.
Thorne & Derrick, the Explosive Atmosphere Experts, have signed an Exclusivity Agreement with Woodcock & Wilson to support the sales, marketing and distribution of their Exstream Ventilation Fan into the hazardous area and process industries.
Interviewer: “Well I’m delighted to be joined by Scott Harding from Woodcock & Wilson. I think between us we’re responsible for bringing the pink to Offshore Europe 2019.”
Scott Harding: “We most definitely are. Pink is the way forward I think.”
Interviewer: “We must coordinate our clothing another time”
Scott Harding: “Yes, yes”
Interviewer: “Tell me, this is obviously, it’s a new venue, it’s a tremendously exciting place to be this year. What does it mean to be here at Offshore Europe to the company?”
Scott Harding: “I think its very important to be at one of the premier events in the oil and gas industry. I think Aberdeen are putting on a good show here and I think its going to be good.”
Interviewer: “That’s great to hear. So tell me what this pink item is here in front of us to match our clothing”
Scott Harding: “So this is the ExStream fan range which are a portable ventilation range and its the only one that’s dual certified for mechanical as well as electrical for safety standards”
Interviewer: “The only one in the UK?”
Scott Harding: “The only one in the world that’s actually got this”
Interviewer: “Wow”
Scott Harding: “We are the first company to bring this and try and take fan safety for the oil and gas industry forward.”
Interviewer: “So this has obviously been in, this must have been in R&D for quite some time has it?”
Scott Harding: “It has. It took us quite a while to develop it but the whole range of fans now we are able to manufacture to the ATEX and IECEx mechanical standard as well as electrical”
Interviewer: “So explain further the benefits of that”
Scott Harding: “What happens on this is that with the ATEX and IECEx, it takes any risk away from the end user and puts that on the
manufacturer. Most people buy this product and its self-certified and the risk will still be with Shell and BP. With our product the risk comes back to the actual manufacturer because we are taking ownership for the safety integrity of this product.”
Interviewer: “And that must be another good selling point?”
Scott Harding: “It certainly is yes and its trying to make people aware of the changes to legislation and make them aware of how they can be protected and they don’t have to expose themself in any way.”
Interviewer: “So who are you hoping to speak to and show this product to at the exhibition this week?”
Scott Harding: “It’s mainly the end users or the service users we are talking to. We’re talking to ACCA – we are also talking with people like the Shells and they’ve started to adopt this. BP have now just introduced IECEx as a standard, in particular for fans, and so because we are the only ones with this standard it puts us in a very good position.”
Interviewer: “It sounds like you are. Its been great to talk to you, my partner in pink. I hope the exhibition goes very well for you.”
Scott Harding: “Thank you very much”
Exstream fans are the market-leading ATEX fan to provide powerful and portable ventilation in hazardous areas – specified for safe and reliable extraction and blowing of dangerous gases and vapors in explosive atmospheres with airflow capability up to 7750m3/hr. Both ATEX & IECEx dual certified to Electrical & Non-Electrical Standards (Mechanical) for Zone 1 & Zone 2 ventilation applications.
We’re delighted to have @ThorneanDerrick on board and look forward to a successful future. #ATEX https://t.co/dFk1pGPfpe
— Woodcock & Wilson (@woodcockwilson) September 5, 2019
According to the HSE a confined space is ‘a place which is substantially enclosed (though not always entirely), and where serious injury can occur from hazardous substances or conditions within the space or nearby (e.g. lack of oxygen or flammable gas).’
Working in confined spaces or explosive atmospheres poses a serious risk to life – correctly specified and certified products must be used to ensure industry compliance and worker safety. Thorne & Derrick can work with you to remove that risk and make safe working procedures in hazardous area zones and locations – we provide reliable heat, light, power and ventilation to the explosive workspace without the potential risk.
Thorne & Derrick are leaders in the development and distribution of Product Innovations that deliver significant improvements to clients plant, people and operational safety in the explosive atmosphere industries.
Your proactive problem solvers experienced in succession planning for the replacement of obsolete, non-conformant and legacy equipment in hazardous areas.
Your first-choice provider of innovative and competitive solutions to ensure ATEX & IECEx Compliance for Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment to UK and international projects.
Control Panels | Plugs | Isolators | Enclosures & Junction Boxes | Lighting | Control Stations | Motor Starters | Heat Trace | Gas Detection | Flame Detection | Process Instrumentation | Process Heating | Ventilation Fans | Security Access Control
Competitive Prices | Extensive Stocks | Technical Support | Express Delivery
Amphenol Star Line EX Connectors
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Ex Junction Box In Water Tower Pump Application
An applied raw water tower pump on board a Jack-up Rig.
The Ex junction box for the water tower pump must have a large power and signal load and control. It must be EX-rated for use in hazardous area Zone 2, with a minimum ingress protection rating of IP56.
Other important factors are the cost and safety control.
The connector would also need to provide a return signal when they mate. Further reading is available on ingress protection ratings and Hazardous Area Zones, Definitions & Explosion Protection.
Amphenol Star Line EX Connectors
The isolator switch must be able to be installed in the EEx d junction box. However the size of a standard EEx d junction box is very large and often too expensive.
Amphenol Industrial Star Line EX connectors have a special design which makes them an ideal solution. It has the correct power and signal carrying capabilities and by adding in a jump wire, the plug can return the signal to the junction box when the plug and receptacle mate. The use of EEx e stainless steel junction boxes and terminal blocks can reduce the size.
Amphenol Industrial Star Line EX Junction Box
Explosion Proof & Hazardous Area Connectors | ATEX | IECEx
LV HV Electrical & Process Instrumentation Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres
Specialist Distributors of Hazardous Area & Explosion Proof Equipment with IECEx & ATEX Certifications – we react with a rapid response to your enquiry to ensure downtime is minimised and reliable Power, Light & Heat is restored or provided.
Key Product Categories: Control Panels | Plugs & Sockets | Isolators | Enclosures & Junction Boxes | Control Stations | Motor Starters | Heat Trace Cables & Trace Heating Systems | Gas Detection & Detectors | Fire Detection & Detectors | Heat Detectors | Electrical Heating & Heaters | Process Instrumentation
Electrical Power LV HV | Heating | Lighting | Process Instrumentation | EX Specialists
World’s First ATEX & IECEx Certified Magnetic Door Lock Scoops Prestigious Safety Award
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Sx Ex Electromagnetic Locking System
SecurEx Technology is very proud to announce that it has won the prestigious Contribution to Safety Award at the HazardEx Awards 2019.
The Contribution to Safety Award is specifically given for a product, system or service which has made a contribution to safety in hazardous area environments. Over the past decade the HazardEx Awards have been a reliable barometer for the industries best products, services and systems within hazardous areas zones and industries with risk of explosion due to the presence of flammable gas, vapour or mist.
SecurEx was shortlisted this year for its innovative and ‘World First’ Sx Ex Electromagnetic Locking System (ATEX Maglocks) and won the award in the face of strong competition from UK and international hazardous area product manufacturers.
This new product for the first time brings an ATEX & IECEx certified ‘Mag-Bar’ product to the hazardous area and explosive atmosphere marketplace as well as incorporating additional features in the ‘high security’ product variants which are not even currently available on any safe area equivalent products.
SecurEx lead the way in innovating security products and solutions used to enhance personnel security in hazardous areas and this unique product has been recognized for what it is – the true first product of its kind, capable of improving both security and safety of personnel at the same time in an ever more dangerous world.
SecurEx Technology Limited is a specialist security and safety solutions supplier for use in both safe and hazardous areas in Zones 1 & 2, Zones 21 & 22 typically with CE, ATEX, IECEx and/or UL certifications.
The SecurEx range of ATEX Maglocks includes Complete Door Kits Locks Readers, Controllers, Sensors, Tags or Packaged solutions for doors with everything needed for an installation – making technology easier to specify and easier for installers to install.
SecurEx Security & Safety Products – For Use in Hazardous Area (Zones 1 & 2, 21 & 22)
Further Reading
Thorne & Derrick are leaders in the development and distribution of Product Innovations that deliver significant improvements to clients plant, people and operational safety in the explosive atmosphere industries.
Your proactive problem solvers experienced in succession planning for the replacement of obsolete, non-conformant and legacy equipment in hazardous areas.
Your first-choice provider of innovative and competitive solutions to ensure ATEX & IECEx Compliance for Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment to UK and international projects.
Control Panels | Plugs | Isolators | Enclosures & Junction Boxes | Lighting | Control Stations | Motor Starters | Heat Trace | Gas Detection | Flame Detection | Process Instrumentation | Process Heating | Ventilation Fans | Security Access Control
Competitive Prices | Extensive Stocks | Technical Support | Express Delivery
SecurEx EX Maglocks For Access Control & Security Door Locking
ATEX Magnetic Door Lock for Hazardous Area Control
SecurEx together with Thorne & Derrick International are proud to present the worlds first true Ex certified security Magnetic Locking System (Magbar). T&D are sole UK distribution partner for the world’s fist ATEX & IECEx certified magnetic door lock. The partnership brings safety innovation to T&D’s client base operating in hazardous areas.
The ATEX Maglocks are manufactured under licence by SecurEx sister company WATH Group providing unique and bespoke product offering designed for use in hazardous areas Zones 1,2, 21 & 22 – typically with CE, ATEX, IECEx and/or UL certifications.
SecurEx Technology Limited, the UK’s leading specialist provider of security products and solutions including the SX product range of locking and security products – offering bespoke solutions for use in numerous gas and dust environments in the following industries; oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical, pharmaceutical, utilities, food, military, government, beverage & distilleries and ATEX certified vending stores in the automotive industry where they need access control.
The ATEX Magnetic Locks are essentially used as a means of access control usually used in conjunction with a card reader system
Specifically designed for applications where flammable vapors are a cause for concern, like clean rooms, chemical plants, or refinery environments. These Ex locks eliminate the possibility sparking or arcing within the magnetic lock.
Magbar’s & Magnetic locks are commonly found in safe area applications as up until now there hasn’t been a suitable solution for hazardous (Ex) environments.
The SX-LS-P7XXXXA series of Electromagnetic locks has been designed with added safety features to ensure they stay one step ahead of the competition.
The question users need to ask themselves – Is your access control system/magnetic door lock compliant with ATEX/IECEx Standards? If not don’t hesitate call T&D International today.
EX Maglocks
Unique Features
The SX EX Electromagnetic lock has been designed for use on a wide range of door configurations including use of both inward and outward opening doors. Each lock is provided as standard as a two part set comprising the Electromagnetic Lock and The Armature Plate (Keeper).
SX range incorporate door status monitoring with changeover contacts as standard when used as part of an integrated access control solution enhancing both enhanced safety and security.
Grade 2 (SEOL) and Grade 3 (TEOL) options are available for applications that require higher security – a door status with anti tamper and product fault monitoring.
The SX-LS-P7XXXXA series can be installed and functions in the same way as a standard electromagnetic lock by being fitted onto the frame and acting on the armature plate (keeper unit) which is usually mounted to the top of the door.
When correctly the Ex Maglocks will provide both a reliable locking solution and door status information for access control purposes. Locking is achieved when the armature (keeper) is in full contact with the Electromagnetic lock and either 12V DC or 24V DC is applied (depending on product variant).
When electrically locking the door, ideally the lock should ONLY be energized when ‘door closed status’ has been detected AND after allowing ‘settling time’ to ensure the door to be completely come to rest in its normal closed position.
ATEX Maglocks
When used in harsh outdoor conditions, we recommend regular routine maintenance as follows:
SecurEx Security & Safety Products – Solutions For Use in Hazardous Area (Zones 1 & 2, 21 & 22)
Specialists to the Process & Hazardous Area Industries
Technical Resources | Hazardous Area Zones | T Class Temperature Ratings | Explosive Atmospheres (Definitions)
Thorne & Derrick are Specialist Distributors of Hazardous Area & Explosion Proof Equipment with IECEx & ATEX Certifications to the onshore and offshore oil, gas, petrochemicals and process industries.
Key Product Categories: ATEX Doors | Control Panels | Plugs & Sockets | Isolators | Enclosures & Junction Boxes | Lighting | Control Stations | Motor Starters | Heat Trace Cables & Systems | Gas Detection & Detectors | Fire Detection & Detectors | Heat Detectors | Electrical Heating & Heaters Control Units
Also Process Instrumentation Products: Ashcroft Pressure Gauges | ASCO Valves | Katronic Flow Meters | KROHNE Flow Meters | VEGA Level Sensors | Rotronic Temperature & Humidity Sensors | SIKA Pressure Gauges
Trace Heating | System Design & Supply
Abtech ExLED GRP Linear LED
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ExLED hazardous area lighting is a superior quality LED linear suitable for use in Zone 2 & Zone 22 hazardous areas as a direct replacement for traditional 36W and 58W fluorescent light fittings with both outputs housed within the same 4 foot (1250mm) body.
The ExLED light fitting for hazardous areas provides 100,000 hours continuous operation.
Manufactured by Abtech with a GRP body and frosted, glare-free polycarbonate diffuser and stainless steel clips. The LED light fitting features innovative encapsulated LEDs to minimise the reduction in both light output and performance. The ExLED design has excellent colour rending (CRI >80), suitable to provide lighting to the majority of industrial plant locations with explosive atmospheres in hazardous areas.
Standard and integral battery backup options are both available with ATEX and IECEx hazardous area certification and approvals. The ExLED light fitting has an operating voltage range of 220-240V AC/DC, 50/60Hz.
The toughened GRP enclosure has been developed to last. This philosophy is in line with the extended lifetime of its LED light source. Also unique to the LED type of light fitting is both 36W and 58W equivalent outputs can be housed within the same 4 foot (1250mm) light fitting body.
A high ambient version of the LED light fittings for temperatures up to +65 degrees Celsius is also available.
| Light Fitting Type | Zone 2 & Zone 22 linear LED lighting fitting |
| Ingress Protection | IP66 |
| Material | GRP enclosure with frosted polycarbonate diffuser, stainless steel clips. |
| Distribution/output | Via diffuser |
| Light Source | Light emitting diode, pure white (5000K) |
| LED Life | 100,000 hours L70 @ 55°C |
| Colour Rendering Index | CRI 80 |
| Cable Entry | 3 x M25 clearance holes. Supplied with 1 x Ex plug and 2 x Ex plastic glands |
| Terminals | Terminal block for up to 2.5sqmm conductors, through wiring as standard |
| Control Gear | High frequency |
| Mounting | M8 fixing points |
| Supply | 220 to 240V 50/60Hz ac dc |
| Battery (867 only) | 4 Ah NiCd |
| Duration (867 only) | 3 hours |
Abtech – Zone 2 Hazardous Area Lighting
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, are main distributors for Abtech – they design and manufacture a complete range of Zone 2 hazardous area lighting products. The Ex-rated lighting range includes hazardous area floodlights and LED luminaires suitable for both Zone 2 and Zone 22 hazardous locations.
Abtech ExLED GRP Linear LED are certified according to leading hazardous area classifications including:
| Abtech Product Reference | Fluorescent Equivalent | Length (mm) | Power (W) | Lumen Output (lm) | Temperature Rating | Ambient Temperature* | Weight (kg) |
| LX2E866F12L42 | 2 x 36W | 1250 | 31 | 4,420 | T4 | -30°C to 40°C | 4.7 |
| LX2E866F12L60 | 2 x 58W | 1250 | 46 | 6,060 | T4 | -30°C to 40°C | 4.7 |
| LX2E867F12L4234 | 2 x 36W | 1250 | 33 | 4,420 | T4 | -30°C to 40°C | 5.5 |
| LX2E867F12L6034 | 2 x 58W | 1250 | 48 | 6,060 | T4 | -30°C to 40°C | 5.5 |
866 = Standard operation or for use with central battery systems, 867 = Emergency battery backup version * high ambient temperature version available – contact T&D for information
ExLED Dimensions
Thorne & Derrick, the Explosive Atmosphere Experts, are Specialists Suppliers of Electrical & Process Instrumentation Equipment certified to ATEX and harmonised international IECEx standards – other accredited hazardous area certification bodies include EAC and INMETRO.
We stock and distribute an extensive range of equipment including control panels, terminal boxes, electrical enclosures, control stations, plugs and sockets, beacons, sounders and hazardous area lighting covering all methods of explosion protection Ex d (Flameproof), Ex e (Increased Safety), Ex i (Intrinsic Safety) and Ex p (Pressurised).
Electrical enclosures and junction boxes are available in a selection of materials including GRP, carbon steel, aluminium and stainless steel suitable for IIA, IIB and IIC gas groups and also dust hazards. We have expertise to design and build custom Ex d control panels; including all stages from design to drawing to delivery.
With access to leading manufacturers of equipment for hazardous areas; we can advise on and source the most cost-effective solution no matter what the requirements.
Product Categories: Enclosures & Junction Boxes | Control Stations | Motor Starters | Heat Trace Cables & Systems | Gas Detection & Detectors | Fire Detection & Detectors | Heat Detectors | Electrical Heating & Heaters
Process Instrumentation Products: Ashcroft Gauges | ASCO Valves | Katronic Meters | KROHNE Meters | VEGA Sensors | Rotronic Sensors | SIKA Gauges
Trace Heating | System Design & Supply
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