Nitrogen is an essential element to all forms of life but can also pose a threat. Known as the invisible killer, due to it’s odourless and tasteless nature, nitrogen gas can be lethal if inhaled in high concentrations.
Transporting and manoeuvring a refuge chamber can be a rather technical task, especially when considering the size and weight of a refuge chamber – not to mention the confines of mine declines and haulages. In this article, we’ll discuss the various options MineARC offers to suit various transportation and mine practicalities.
Hydrogen Sulfide is a naturally occurring chemical that can be produced by bacteria in low oxygen environments, used in many industries despite its hazardous nature.
Compressed air technology in refuge chambers is important to provide clean breathing air and maintain a positive internal pressure.
Why would you need an airlock or vestibule? This MineARC Tech Topic details various options and explains the value of adding an additional layer of protection to your refuge.
Mining safety standards have evolved dramatically since personnel were first using canaries to signal the presence of dangerous gases underground.
Grow lights within walk-in and reach-in grow chambers allow plant scientists and growers to mimic the natural light a range of common plant types require to flourish.
Janny Huang, who has been with MineArc for over a decade, shares her journey and insights towards the progress of women’s roles in the industry.
One of the biggest questions we get once a chamber has been bought, is “what happens now?”. Once a chamber has been purchased and delivered to site, it needs to be put through the commissioning process.
What are the actual benefits of using a portable plug-and-play controlled environment or laboratory in favour of a more traditional design-and-construct civil project?. It’s a valid question; and after two years of working with MineARC Systems to help develop the Biora range, is one that I can now confidently answer.
