Refuge Chamber Quality without Compromise
Refuge chamber quality that do not meet these standard requirements cannot safeguard against an emergency. Lower quality, or unmaintained chambers, compromised the safety of underground personnel.
Tag: safety
Oxygen Candles:Providing Emergency Air
Oxygen candles are used as a backup source of breathable air in an emergency. They supply an on-demand source of oxygen, utilised in aeroplanes, space stations as well as other applications such as safe havens and refuge chambers. A safe supply of oxygen is critical to support life. We are dependent on oxygen for survival; […]
Using Technology to Improve Safety Underground
Will advances in technology to improve safety underground reduce current limitations and challenges on site?
Pressure Testing a Refuge Chamber for Explosions
In highly explosive environments, refuge chambers and safe havens can be adapted to withstand overpressure of up to 15 psi. A refuge chambers resistance to explosions can be determined through pressure testing.
What is a Refuge Chamber?
Refuge chambers are sealed environments, built to sustain life during an emergency or hazardous situation.
The Necessity of Cooling Within A Refuge Chamber
Heat can quickly accumulate inside a refuge chamber, increasing with each additional person.
Breaking Ground in Cap Lamp Technology
Improving light quality will boost visual performance, enhancing the ability to detect hazards and the execution of day-to-day activities.
Effects of Hydrogen Sulfide
Hydrogen Sulfide is naturally generated in situ from reservoirs and sulfate containing minerals
IoT in Mining and the Resources Industry
IoT in mining has the potential to dramatically impact global safety standards
MineARC at Zimbabwe Association of Mine Managers AGM
MineARC was recently invited to speak at the 2017 Annual General Meeting of the Zimbabwe Association of Mine Managers (AMMZ).