Title :
Flammable Mixture Analysis for Hazardous Area Classification
Author :
Bozek, Allan ; Rowe, Vince
Author_Institution :
EngWorks Inc., Calgary, AB, Canada
Abstract :
The properties of flammable mixtures as they apply to a hazardous area classification analysis are discussed. Mathematical formulas and application rules of thumb are provided to help estimate the relative density, group classification, autoignition temperature, material flashpoint, and flammability of a mixture. Application guidelines are provided on how to apply the results in the context of a hazardous area classification analysis.
Keywords :
flammability; hazardous areas; hazardous materials; ignition; mixtures; autoignition temperature; flammable mixture analysis; group classification; hazardous area classification; material flashpoint; Chemical analysis; Chemical hazards; Fires; Flammability; Guidelines; Hazardous areas; Hazardous materials; IEC standards; Ignition; Materials; Performance analysis; Risk management; Temperature; Thumb; Autoignition; density; flammability; flammable mixture analysis; flashpoint; group classification; hazardous area classification;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TIA.2010.2059591
