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For plants handling ethylene oxide, safety is non-negotiable. PROTEGO® Detonation Arresters provide the protection you need to keep your operations safe and compliant.
Learn More About the DA/SB-EO
For detailed technical specifications, performance data, and application guidance, download the PROTEGO® DA/SB-EO datasheet or contact our engineering team to discuss your specific needs.
PROTEGO® Detonation Arresters: Safety Meets Innovation
PROTEGO® DA/SB-EO: The World's First In-Line Detonation Arrester for Ethylene Oxide
The PROTEGO® DA/SB-EO is a groundbreaking detonation flame arrester, specifically engineered and certified to protect against the entire concentration range of ethylene oxide. It’s the first of its kind, successfully type-tested and approved for use with EO under atmospheric conditions, ensuring safety across a wide variety of applications.
Key Features of PROTEGO® DA/SB-EO:
- 3rd Party Approval: PROTEGO® is the only flame arrester manufacturer with comprehensive third-party certification for EO applications.
- Full Concentration Range: Certified for use across all concentrations of EO/air mixtures, providing unparalleled protection in hazardous environments.
- In-Line Design: Allows for easy integration into EO pipelines, preventing flame transmission without disrupting the flow of gases.
- Detonation Resistance: Tested and approved to stop detonations, even in high-pressure EO systems where deflagrations may escalate to full detonations.
- High Flow Efficiency: Engineered for optimal flow with minimal pressure loss, ensuring process efficiency while maintaining safety.
Why PROTEGO® is the Leader in Ethylene Oxide Safety
At PROTEGO®, we don’t just manufacture flame and detonation arresters—we develop industry-leading solutions based on extensive research and rigorous testing. Our in-house Research and Development (R&D) team work tirelessly to create innovative safety products tailored to the specific risks posed by unstable gases like ethylene oxide.
What Sets Us Apart:
- World-Class Testing: Our products undergo extensive testing, including detonation testing for EO/air mixtures, to ensure maximum safety under real-world conditions.
- Custom Engineering: PROTEGO® offers custom flame arrester designs for special applications, ensuring that even the most challenging safety concerns are addressed.
- Proven Track Record: PROTEGO® has successfully provided explosion protection solutions for the chemical, pharmaceutical, and medical sterilization industries—where EO safety is paramount.
- Global Certifications: We are certified for a wide range of international standards, ensuring compliance and safety across the globe.
R&D, Testing, and Innovation: Pushing the Boundaries of Safety
Our expertise in handling unstable gases like Ethylene Oxide is supported by our commitment to research and development. PROTEGO®'s dedicated testing facility allows us to simulate hazardous conditions and develop flame arresters that offer the highest level of safety. By testing EO/air mixtures across the full concentration range, we ensure that our products meet and exceed the rigorous demands of the chemical industry.
PROTEGO® detonation arresters offer a crucial layer of protection in Ethylene Oxide applications, mitigating the risk of explosion by stopping flame transmission. Our technology effectively dissipates heat, cools the gases below ignition temperature, and extinguishes the flame—before it can cause a catastrophic detonation.
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