Title :
Motors for use in hazardous areas: a review of requirements and current practices
Author :
Haynes, Ralph L. ; Messec, Fred L.
Author_Institution :
Fluor Daniel Inc., Sugar Land, TX, USA
Abstract :
The basic code requirements for applying electric motors in hazardous areas are reviewed. The problems that an engineer encounters in attempting to establish that a given motor is suitable for the particular area are discussed. Some common misconceptions are explained and clarified. Responses to a questionnaire to motor manufacturers are presented
Keywords :
electric motors; health hazards; safety; code requirements; current practices; electric motors; hazardous areas; Chemical industry; Electric motors; Hazardous areas; History; Ignition; Manufacturing; National electric code; Petroleum; Temperature; Testing;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications, IEEE Transactions on
