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Enclosure Cooling in Petro-Chemical & Hazardous Locations
Chemical processing plants and fossil fuel refineries can be some of the most safety-critical applications one may face. These hazardous locations often present challenges such as flammable liquids, explosive gases, and corrosive ambient air environments. To avoid accidents, the electrical equipment located within these hazardous environments must adhere to strict safety guidelines such as the National Electric Code (NEC). Published by the National Fire Protection Association, the
NEC standards
limit the types of materials and circuitry used in hazardous areas and promote the safe installation of electrical wiring and equipment. Whether operations are located offshore or inland, only highly engineered and specialized enclosure cooling equipment will satisfy the requirements of the NEC and do the job safely. Using the right electrical cabinet air conditioning solution can help avoid costly downtime and, more importantly, reduce the risk of a fire or explosion in NEC Class I, Divisions 1 & 2 Hazardous Locations.
Sub-Categories & Applications
Oil Refineries
Drilling Platforms
Mud Houses
Gas Analyzers
Chemical Plants
Centrifuge Drive Cabinets
Typical Installation & Cooling Requirements
NEC Class 1, Divisions 1 and 2 Hazardous Locations
Ambient Air Cannot be Used for Cooling
Closed-Loop Cabinet Air Required
Purge System Required for Hazardous Locations
Common Environmental & Cooling Considerations
Flammable Materials or Explosive Vapors
Corrosive Ambient Air
Agency Equipment Approvals
Enclosure Door Safety Interlock
Shock, Vibration, Mobility and Transportation
Products to Consider
Hazardous Location Series Air Conditioners
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GuardianX Air Conditioners
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SlimKool Air Conditioners
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Helpful Resources & Related Content
Increasing the Lifespan & Reliability of Electrical Components in Class I, Divisions 1 & 2 Hazardous Locations
Special purpose air conditioners are required for cooling electrical enclosures in Class I, Divisions 1 & 2 environments.
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Increasing the Lifespan & Reliability of Electrical Components in Hazardous Locations
Special purpose air conditioners are required for cooling electrical enclosures in Class I, Divisions 1 & 2 environments.
Read now >>
Increasing the Lifespan & Reliability of Electrical Components in Hazardous Locations
Special purpose air conditioners are required for cooling electrical enclosures in Class I, Divisions 1 & 2 environments.
Read now >>
Increasing the Lifespan & Reliability of Electrical Components in Hazardous Locations
Special purpose air conditioners are required for cooling electrical enclosures in Class I, Divisions 1 & 2 environments.
Read now >>
Enclosure Cooling for Hazardous Locations
This video explains factors to consider when selecting an enclosure air conditioner for a safety-critical, hazardous environment.
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Enclosure Cooling for Hazardous Locations
This video explains factors to consider when selecting an enclosure air conditioner for a safety-critical, hazardous environment.
Watch video >>
Enclosure Cooling for Hazardous Locations
This video explains factors to consider when selecting an enclosure air conditioner for a safety-critical, hazardous environment.
Watch video >>
Enclosure Cooling for Hazardous Locations
This video explains factors to consider when selecting an enclosure air conditioner for a safety-critical, hazardous environment.
Watch video >>
3 FAQs When Cooling in Corrosive Environments
Don't assume the air you plan to utilize is clean enough to use traditional methods. These questions will help guide you to a successful installation.
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3 FAQs When Cooling in Corrosive Environments
Don't assume the air you plan to utilize is clean enough to use traditional methods. These questions will help guide you to a successful installation.
Read blog post >>
3 FAQs When Cooling in Corrosive Environments
Don't assume the air you plan to utilize is clean enough to use traditional methods. These questions will help guide you to a successful installation.
Read blog post >>
3 FAQs When Cooling in Corrosive Environments
Don't assume the air you plan to utilize is clean enough to use traditional methods. These questions will help guide you to a successful installation.
Read blog post >>
Kooltronic Hazardous Location Series Enclosure Air Conditioners
Our patented HL Series Enclosure Air Conditioners are designed for NEMA 12, 3R, 4 and 4X industrial cabinets in hazardous locations.
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Kooltronic Hazardous Location Series Enclosure Air Conditioners
Our patented HL Series Enclosure Air Conditioners are designed for NEMA 12, 3R, 4 and 4X industrial cabinets in hazardous locations.
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Kooltronic Hazardous Location Series Enclosure Air Conditioners
Our patented HL Series Enclosure Air Conditioners are designed for NEMA 12, 3R, 4 and 4X industrial cabinets in hazardous locations.
Watch video >>
Kooltronic Hazardous Location Series Enclosure Air Conditioners
Our patented HL Series Enclosure Air Conditioners are designed for NEMA 12, 3R, 4 and 4X industrial cabinets in hazardous locations.
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NEMA Ratings & Enclosure Cooling: What You Need to Know
When it comes to electrical enclosure cooling, it is important to have a good understanding of the common NEMA ratings.
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NEMA Ratings & Enclosure Cooling: What You Need to Know
When it comes to electrical enclosure cooling, it is important to have a good understanding of the common NEMA ratings.
Read blog post >>
NEMA Ratings & Enclosure Cooling: What You Need to Know
When it comes to electrical enclosure cooling, it is important to have a good understanding of the common NEMA ratings.
Read blog post >>
NEMA Ratings & Enclosure Cooling: What You Need to Know
When it comes to electrical enclosure cooling, it is important to have a good understanding of the common NEMA ratings.
Read blog post >>
Intro to Closed Loop Cooling for Enclosure Air Conditioners
This video explains the principles involved in closed-loop cooling and the benefits one should expect when using these enclosure air conditioning units.
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Intro to Closed Loop Cooling for Enclosure Air Conditioners
This video explains the principles involved in closed-loop cooling and the benefits one should expect when using these enclosure air conditioning units.
Watch video >>
Intro to Closed Loop Cooling for Enclosure Air Conditioners
This video explains the principles involved in closed-loop cooling and the benefits one should expect when using these enclosure air conditioning units.
Watch video >>
Intro to Closed Loop Cooling for Enclosure Air Conditioners
This video explains the principles involved in closed-loop cooling and the benefits one should expect when using these enclosure air conditioning units.
Watch video >>
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Custom Cooling Calculator
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Custom Cooling Calculator
Need help determining which cooling solution is right for your application? Our easy-to-use Cooling Calculator can help.
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Custom Cooling Calculator
Need help determining which cooling solution is right for your application? Our easy-to-use Cooling Calculator can help.
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