What is PD CEN/TR 16793 - Flame arresters about ?
PD CEN/TR 16793 is aimed primarily at persons who are responsible for the safe design and operation of installations and equipment using flammable liquids, vapours or gases.
PD CEN/TR 16793 applies to both industrial and mining applications.
PD CEN/TR 16793 describes possible risks and gives proposals for the protection against these risks by the use of flame arresters.
PD CEN/TR 16793 gives some guidance to the choice of flame arresters according to EN ISO 16852 for different common scenarios and it gives best practices for the installation and maintenance of these flame arresters.
Who is PD CEN/TR 16793 - Flame arresters for ?
PD CEN/TR 16793 on guide for the selection, application, and use of flame arresters is useful for:
- Flame arrester manufacturers
- Oil and gas industries
- Chemical industries
- Mining and fracking companies
Why should you use PD CEN/TR 16793 - Flame arresters ?
Flame arresters are required to protect against many types of explosion events within the equipment. The safety obtained depends heavily upon correct choice, installation and maintenance of the flame arrester. This cannot be achieved without responsible, informed management.
PD CEN/TR 16793 gives the minimum requirements for flame arresters for the improvement of health protection and safety of employers who could be endangered by explosive atmospheres.
In addition to the content of operating manuals from manufacturers, the local accident prevention regulations, environmental protection and general safety provisions for the devices’ area of use, as well as relevant laws and national directives, PD CEN/TR 16793 supports the user for proper use of flame arresters.
