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CorDEX appoints Extech as authorised distributor in Sub Saharan Africa
CorDEX has added Extech Safety Systems as an authorised distributor in Sub Saharan Africa.
The ToughPIX II TRIDENT EDITION Explosion Proof Digital Camera is designed and certified with the professional inspector in mind. ATEX, IECEx and locally IA certified Ex d IIB+H2 T6 Gb / II2G Gb T6, for use in hazardous areas ensures it can go safely where most cameras and phones cannot. With its high intensity on board strobe flash, ToughPIX II TRIDENT EDITION lights up the darkest areas making high quality digital imagery easier and clearer than ever. Coupled with 5x optical zoom, 4x digital zoom, anti-shake technology and additional close-up macro lenses, ToughPIX II TRIDENT EDITION gives you the flexibility you need to do your job, any job and get the results you need.
The TC-Series Thermal Imaging Camera range is ATEX, IECEx & locally IA certified and are rugged, reliable, efficient and accurate for troubleshooting in Hazardous areas. Exib certified for Group I underground mining, IIC (gasses/vapours) & IIIC (dusts).
For almost 30 years, South Africa-based Extech has been providing instrumentation, especially intrinsic safety, for hazardous area operations in southern Africa. “Extech Safety Systems is proud to announce that it is now an authorised distributor for CorDEX in Sub Saharan Africa. The CorDEX products complement the hazardous area instrumentation and industrial networking products offering comprehensive solutions for industrial applications,” said Extech Sales Director Gary Friend.
Marcus Halliday, Distribution Director from CorDEX said: “This appointment is part of our planned expansion into the sub saharan market, Extech Safety Systems is well known in the region and have established a strong reputation for technical excellence and customer support”.
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Extech Safety Systems Published In SA Instrumentation & Control
- Inspection system for leak detection in valves in hazardous areas
Leaking valves in industrial plants not only lead to loss, safety risks and possible contamination and pollution, but also result in high economic costs. Therefore, valves in hazardous areas require regular proper inspection and preventive maintenance to ensure their functionality.
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i.safe MOBILE has launched the world’s first 5G smartphone for ATEX and IECEx zone 1/21. The intrinsically safe mobile device, which was also developed for use in 5G campus networks, offers companies great flexibility thanks to its wide range of possible applications, especially in the automation sector.
- Functional and compatible intrinsically safe loop approvals
With all the focus on IS loop approval, it is easy to forget to check that the loop will function correctly to see whether the field device has sufficient power (voltage & current) to operate over the full process range.
- Mobile devices in hazardous areas
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