Mining Site Explosion Proof Lighting

While performing underground mining operations, one has to move to the interior from the surface and it slowly becomes quite dark in such conditions. As a result, lighting becomes an essential factor in a typical mining site like this. On such occasions, the mining companies emphasize on lighting which happens to be a vital aspect of the production process out there.

Explosion proof lighting will become imperative under such conditions which are intended to satisfy the highest safety standards out there. These lighting systems in the mining sites involve the usage of special lighting so as to prevent any likely mishap. The firedamp concentration can be quite high in mining sites which can lead to explosive atmospheres. A simple electrical or mechanical spark can cause an explosion underground.

The atmosphere is potentially explosive inside a mine and it is imperative to use electricity safely. Apart from mine ventilation, electrical lighting and equipment must be specially designed so as to avoid or reduce the effects of explosions in the mining sites. The lighting used there should be able to endure any internal explosion and also avoid the risk of spreading an explosion as well. It gives a safer environment for coal miners.

Why is explosion proof lighting important in mining sites?

1. Are bump as well as break resistant

You’ll come across several mining sites which make use of halogen or fluorescent bulbs that need to be treated with care; otherwise, they might break easily. Although they might not pose any fire hazard, these lights can be quite perilous in hazardous areas. The workers might inhale the poisonous fumes from these fluorescent bulbs. However, explosion proof luminaires are usually stronger and they make use of tempered glass as well as heat-resistant materials which are likewise resilient and more robust apart from being free of toxic substances too.

2. Flexible power & lumen output options

Depending on the size and depth of mining site, we offer LED explosion proof flood lights having different power and lumen output. We have 10,000 watt LED lights giving out 1.4 million lumens.

3. Does not spark

This implies that the items which are vulnerable to spark are actually kept separate in expression-proof containers, thus helping to avoid any propagation outside the container. The term “explosion proof” does not imply that these lighting systems will be able to survive an explosion. It actually means that they will not lead to any internal explosion whatsoever. The secret is that we adopt the LED chip having high energy efficiency, so we can minimize the power consumption in the hazardous location such as coal mine.

4. Long lasting investment

Our explosion proof lighting systems come with a lifespan of approximately 80,000 hours. It is worthwhile to upgrade your current lighting system in mining site with our LED lights. It is because it dramatically reduces your maintenance cost and improves the productivity. Imagine we have to stop digging when replacing the lamps inside the cave for every few months if the lights go off or become dim. LED is a more reliable light source when comparing to metal halide, halogen and other conventional light as LED lasts for around 20 to 30 years.

Please feel free to contact us for free lighting advice and design for mining site. Our email is beatus@ledsmaster.com