Carbon Monoxide: Health And Safety Hazards Fact Sheet
Carbon monoxide in a sealed structure, such as a refuge chamber or safe haven, can quickly build to toxic levels – learn about the dangers…
March 30, 2021
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What is a Refuge Chamber?
A refuge chamber, also known as refuge station, is a sealed environment, built to sustain life during an emergency or hazardous situation.
January 7, 2021
Externally Supported Mode: Understanding Refuge Chambers
During daily activities or emergencies, refuge chambers operate in Externally Supported Mode. This state occurs when an active refuge station is…
December 22, 2020
How to Remove CO and CO2 in a Refuge Chamber: Chemical Scrubbers
How do chemical scrubbers remove carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide from the air within a sealed refuge chamber or safe haven?
December 15, 2020
Standby Mode: Understanding Refuge Chambers
During daily activities, refuge chambers operate in standby mode. This state occurs when a refuge station is not being used but is emergency-ready.
November 12, 2020
An Interview With Kristy Christensen
Kristy Christensen, Director and Female Inclusion Expert for Shesfreetobe Ltd, and Senior Mining Engineer. From rock collector to renowned expert, Kristy Christensen has been shaped and strengthened by the earth around her. She possesses a wealth of knowledge as a technical and operations leader with experience in geology, geotechnical engineering, gas drainage, and mining engineering across
November 5, 2020
Stand-Alone Mode: Understanding Refuge Chambers
Every quality refuge chamber for sale or hire is equipped to operate in stand-alone mode, i.e. components will continue to work if cut from its external…
November 3, 2020
Brokrew Emergency Refuge Bay Restoration
Restoring a non-compliant Brokrew Emergency Refuge Bay gave it new life and more importantly improves safety on-site.
September 29, 2020
Virtual Reality Modernises Safety Processes
Applying virtual reality to enhance safety training and develop production design and manufacturing processes.
August 25, 2020
A Step Forward in Life-Saving Technology
MineARC Systems is excited to be partnering with DEZEGA; bringing together a combined total of 80 years experience in…
July 9, 2020