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NEWS

Hazardous locations seminar

and cable gland training

ot only has local manufacturer Pratley used its hazardous locations
expertise and experience to develop the world-class Envirogland
Nrange, it also offers this knowledge to the industry at large.
Marketing Director Eldon Kruger, a recognised authority on the
subject and current President of the South African Flameproof Association
(SAFA), presents a ‘Hazardous Locations’ seminar. These seminars are
usually aimed at senior management and engineers wanting to refresh In addition to Kruger’s own specialised seminars, Pratley offers
their knowledge about the subject. Past attendees have benefited cable gland training at the Pratley Training Centre. Established in 2004,
significantly from Kruger’s interesting and informative sessions. the recently refurbished centre consists of a modern, fully equipped
According to the South African National Standards (SANS) and the conference room and practical workshop area of over 300 m . Here
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International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), a hazardous area is where learners, electrical artisans and engineers are educated on the importance
there is a risk of explosion, be it due to the presence of flammable dusts or of correct cable termination and electrical product selection.
explosive gases and vapours. To ensure the health and safety of employees The courses equip artisans with the skills needed to gain the maximum
working in such hazardous areas, it is critical that all electrical equipment benefit from Pratley’s electrical products. The most popular course is a basic
used does not pose a risk of ignition in the event of any failure. theoretical and practical cable glanding workshop focusing on the fitting of
Over the last few years, Kruger has hosted numerous seminars and cable glands in non-hazardous and hazardous locations.
workshops to inform and educate managers on the dangers posed by
hazardous locations, as well as what Pratley products work best in these For further information on Pratley training workshops or
scenarios. The seminars are also available as live online webinars. This live online webinars,
expert knowledge has resulted in the development of Pratley’s own Ex visit: http://www.pratleyelectrical.com/contact/quick-contact.
range of cable glands and junction boxes, which comply fully with IEC and Contact Pratley, Tel 011 955-2190, sales@pratley.co.za
ATEX and South African Ex specifications. www.pratleyelectrical.com

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