Handbook of Explosion Prevention and Protection

Hattwig, Martin / Steen, Henrikus (Editor)

1. Edition January 2004
XIX, 699 Pages, Hardcover
395 Pictures
72 tables
Handbook/Reference Book

ISBN: 978-3-527-30718-0

Wiley-VCH, Weinheim

Short Description

In this work - the first of its kind for 35 years - the highly experienced team of editors and authors describe in detail those measures that prevent or limit industrial explosions and the damage so caused. They cover the current state of technology combined with data gained through experimentation, allowing practitioners to apply explosion protection according to any given situation.
The new definitive reference in the field.

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The new definitive reference in the field.
Between them, the renowned team of editors and authors have amassed unparalleled experience at such institutes as BAM, PTB, Pittsburgh National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety, BASF AG, and the University of Göttingen. In this work -- the first of its kind for 35 years -- they describe in detail those measures that prevent or limit industrial explosions and the damage so caused. They cover various preventative methods, as well as the current state of technology combined with data gained through experimentation.
This handbook offers operational, planning, design and safety engineers working in industry, government agencies and professional associations in-depth knowledge of the scientific and technical basics, allowing them to apply explosion protection according to any given situation.

EXPLOSION PROCESSES
IGNITION PROCESSES
PROPERTIES OF REACTIVE GASES AND VAPOURS (SAFETY CHARACTERISTICS)
PROPERTIES OF COMBUSTIBLE DUSTS (SAFETY CHARACTERISTICS)
EXPLOSION MEASUREMENTS
PRINCIPLES FOR THE IDENTIFICATION AND ASSESSMENT OF EXPLOSION RISKS
INDEX

"The writers and editors have all amassed unparalled experience in the field, and they cover various preventative methods, as well as the current state of technology, in the detail expected of such eminent technologists. The book is sure to become the definitive reference in the field."
manufacturing chemist

"A well put together technical reference book that will enable me to better understand this key area."
Hazmat & Environment Notes

"This is a well-written very technical discussion of the topic. The information, I am sure will be of great utility to researchers and practitioners in the field."
Journal of Hazardous Materials

"... a valuable and very useful addition to the library of the process safety department of any company ... as well as to specialists in the field."
Journal of Loss Prevention in the Process Industries