The latest FM and ATEX approved stainless steel static grounding and bonding clamps and retractable cable assemblies from Newson Gale Inc. are specifically designed to dissipate static electricity in hazardous areas. They provide a sure, effective connection to ground for portable and mobile plant equipment and containers. All units are Factory Mutual (FM) Approved and ATEX Compliant, combining extremely low electrical resistance with high levels of mechanical strength.
They are available as complete assemblies with a bonding clamp and a high-performance retractable anti-static cable, or as separate items for self-assembly. Common applications include flammable liquid containers, drums, totes, IBC’s, vessels, mobile tanks and more. For extremely safety-critical applications, or where there is a need for constant monitoring of static grounding & bonding conditions, Bond-Rite Intrinsically Safe Self Testing Clamps and Earth-Rite Static Ground Monitoring and Interlock Systems are available, which provide visual verification and control capability.
VESX90 & VESX45 Grounding Clamps
FM testing and approvals for Cen-Stat Stainless Steel Clamps include meeting standards for electrical resistance, clamping force, vibration test and mechanical strength. The clamps have sharp, hardened contact tips for penetrating through paint, rust, resins, and other insulating layers. Self retracting cables are typically 16 feet in length with a 10:1 ratio with excellent flexibility and memory. Optional lengths include 10, 32 and 48 feet. All are proven to maintain their shape after at least 20,000 continuous extensions. Further, their chemical and abrasion-resistant anti-static coating prevents surface charge build-up.
In flammable/combustible atmospheres, national and Industry operating guidelines require all conductive/metallic items of the plant to be properly bonded and grounded. The consequences of an incendiary static spark in a hazardous atmosphere are simply too serious to leave to simple or non-approved devices that may not provide adequate protection in a given application. The unique Cenelectrex system offers a combination of features that provides the user with an assembly proven to perform in all common hazardous area applications.
FM & ATEX Approved Clamps and Assemblies are just one part of the comprehensive range of static grounding and bonding equipment available from Newson Gale Inc., the Lakewood, NJ based specialists in static control for hazardous areas.
For additional information, contact: Newson Gale Inc., 1072 Madison Ave., Lakewood, NJ 08701.
Phone: 732-987-7715. E-Mail: info@newson-gale.com. Website: www.newson-gale.com