Tag Archives | Health and Safety

Understanding Dust Explosions: The Role of the Hartmann Tube

From Ex-Machinery. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. The Hidden Danger of Combustible Dust Dust explosions, though less obvious than other hazards, pose significant risks in various environments. Such explosions occur when combustible dusts like sawdust or flour become airborne and […]

Understanding Intrinsic Safety in Electrical Equipment

From Cobic-Ex. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Electrical equipment, from industrial machines to everyday devices like smartphones, can become potential ignition sources due to electric arcs and heat generation. This is particularly critical in hazardous environments where flammable gases or […]

Weekly Security Update for 25th May 2011

Overview Levels of violence rose considerably in Iraq last week, making it the worst week so far this year. A spate of bombings in Baghdad, Mosul and Kirkuk left dozens of people dead and injured. The police and military suffered the majority of attacks, but Iraqi oil workers, US soldiers and even three European civilian […]