Facom
Non-Sparking Adjustable Wrench-15" (113A.15SR) - special non-sparking and anti-magnetic
copper beryllium alloy.
The
FACOM ADF tool range has been designed for use in explosive or
flammable atmospheres, where traditional steel tools
may accidentally create sparks due to friction, impact, or by
falling on a hard surface. The entire FACOM ADF range is made
from a special Copper - Beryllium alloy having better mechanical
properties than the other alloys proposed for use in
explosion-proof tools. In addition to its explosion-proof
properties, the Cu-Be alloy is also anti-magnetic and highly
corrosion resistant. Having a lower density, it also
significantly reduces user fatigue.
FACOM
ADF tools have been designed in accordance with the most widely
used dimensional standards (ISO, DIN, BSI, NF, etc.) or adapted
to perform the tools main functions. FACOM ADF tools can be
used in a wide variety of fields, such as:
- Mining
- Petrol and
gas extraction (off-shore and on-shore)
- Refineries,
petrochemicals
- Pipeline
maintenance
- Energy
production and transport (gas, electricity, etc.)
- Naval
shipyards
- Aeronautical
transport, airports
- Paint
manufacture
- Manufacture
of explosives & flammable products
- Arsenals,
munitions and explosive products storage
- Applications
requiring demagnetized tools (metal shavings, etc.)
- Farming -
Grain silos
The
certificate TUV (n°TUV-F 09 ATEX 0005 X) has been found to
comply with standards for a use in explosive atmospheres and with
the Essential Health and Safety Requirements following 1127-1, EN
13463-1 (2007) et EN 13463-5 (2003).
Safety
Non sparking tools is not enough for protecting from an
explosion, other items adapted to the environment are necessary,
such as: clothes, gloves, safety glasses and adapted materials.
Tools surface temperature must not be more than present
gases temperature.
Cu-Be alloy tools must not be in contact with acetylene (risk of
spark).
All Cu-Be alloy tools, in the state of finished product, presents
no risk for the user. On the other hand any modification of these
tools presents a risk of Cu-Be alloy particles liberation,
harmful to one's health