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Published 11 Feb 2020
ProGarm Arc Flash Legislation & Regulation by Mark Lant | Protecting Lives Through Innovative ARC Flash & Flame Resistant Clothing Solutions Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is acknowledged to be the last line of defence for workers, meaning that understanding the different standards governing PPE is of vital importance. Yet...
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Published 03 Feb 2020
uploaded by Chris Dodds | Thorne & Derrick Sales Marketing Manager The WRONG ARC FLASH PPE CAN COMPROMISE YOUR TEAM’S SAFETY Personal Protective Equipment – There are lots of factors to consider when choosing and specifying the right arc flash PPE for your team. We highlight some of the...
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Published 23 Jan 2020
Arc Flash Protection IEC 61482-2:2018 Article Courtesy of ProGARM Arc Flash Protection & Clothing A new test standard for arc flash protection – IEC 61482-1-1:2018 – was introduced in May 2019, which means arc flash protective garments certified after May 2019 have to be tested under these new, more...
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Published 22 Jan 2020
By Cameron G. Clark: GE Specification Engineer. Contributed by GE Industrial Solutions Do you know what an arc flash is? If not, keep reading. The goal of this article is to give the reader a basic understanding of what occurs during an arc flash incident, and an understanding of...
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Published 15 Jan 2020
Introduction to Arc Flash The proliferation of solar panels used in industrial and commercial building is a reflection of the decreasing cost of the photovoltaic modules and the increasing interest in renewable energy sources. The widespread use of photovoltaic systems increases the risk of exposure to electrical safety hazards...
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