Regardless of a device, there are rules in use. The same is true for compressed air tanks, which are extremely important in the air compressor system but are also extremely dangerous if the user does not comply with safety rules. Hong Chau Mechanical would like to share some information and safety principles that users of compressed air tanks need to master.
What is a compressed air container?
The air tank is an important part of the air supply system, which is used to store high pressure compressed air coming out of the top of the pneumatic pump. The purpose of the use of compressed air tanks is to prevent in the event that the machine does not provide enough air for the operation of the compressed air system. In addition, the air tank is also used to store compressed air at high pressure, to reserve for cases of compressor damage, unexpected problems, reduced performance or suddenly a power outage.
Currently, this equipment is often used in large-scale manufacturing companies because of the high demand for compressed air in these businesses. In addition, the device also plays a variety of roles such as: reducing the temperature of screw compressors or piston machines, cooling oil or acting as a device to stop water and dust. dirty, ... in the compressed air system.
Why should you pay attention to safety when using compressed air?
The compressed air tank operates under the air compression mechanism, so the pressure in the tank is very high, easily explosive pressure if in the process of use is heated, fallen, impacted or corroded, pitted excessive. . In addition, the bottle may explode if gas is leaked, solvent is exposed or short-circuited. According to the survey, a compressed air cylinder can detonate a tonne as far as 200 meters when detonated.
Besides, the use of compressed air containers also requires a power supply, so the risk of leakage of electricity to the motor housing, damage to the conductor insulation, short circuit makes users subject to electric shock. Therefore, the operator should absolutely adhere to the safety rules when using the compressor in the air compressor system to prevent unfortunate incidents and accidents.
Some safety rules when using compressed air
Similarly, when using any other type of machine, the compressed air tank , the user must follow the necessary principles to ensure safety and improve the efficiency of the device. . Some guidelines users need to master are:
- Use standard gas tanks
The most important job when using this device is that businesses should use standard containers, not to take advantage of air tanks from old and poor quality air compressors because they may have been damaged. rust and easily cause air leakage during use of compressed air containers. Besides, too old containers also contain many problems, easily leading to the risk of fire, causing damage to people and property. At the same time, the compressed air containers before being put into use must undergo a safety technical inspection process in accordance with the regulations to ensure to prevent the maximum risk of incidents.
- Location of compressed air containers
Users should be careful not to place the gas tank too close to the power source or in a room with high temperature because it is easy to cause fire and explosion. The room where industrial air compressors are located must be spacious, well-ventilated, dust-free, and not too humid. At the same time, on the container also needs to be fully equipped with safety valves and manometers to ensure safety in use.
- During operation
Operation must also be given to persons over the age of 18, who are physically fit, trained and meet the required professional knowledge. The responsible person should regularly check the operation status of the vessel and safety measuring devices such as safety valves, pressure gauges, pressure relays, etc. to avoid dangerous accidents that may occur. Besides, at the beginning of the shift, when the pressure in the bottle reaches 0.5 - 1kg / cm², the technician operates the device to clear the safety valve and open the blowdown valve to drain off condensate or oil. bottle bottom. After each shift, the user should flush out all deposits and standing water in the compressed air container. In addition, it is also necessary to clean the air filter of the compressor about every 2 months to prevent dust, impurities from entering the suction line of the machine, affecting the quality of compressed air and the life of the air tank.
When Palada, Fusheng compressors, Puma, ... operate but suddenly there is abnormal sound or the temperature of the tank exceeds the permissible limit or the shaking is strong, ... the user needs Immediately stop the system and perform the check. At the same time, users should also pay attention to regular inspection and maintenance of compressed air tanks, not arbitrarily modify the structure of the tank such as welding, repairing pressure parts, inserting heavy objects on safety valves. , ... because there is a risk of using compressed air.
Hopefully, the information on has partly helped users understand the safety principles to remember when using compressed air tanks to serve their production activities. . All questions need advice, more detailed answers on this issue, you can contact directly with Hong Chau Mechanical via the hotline for free, timely support.
