Bi-Directional Explosion diverter enables the protection of new and existing vessels to be validated using a passive device

Fike has recently introduced a Bi-Directional Explosion diverter to enhance the range of passive explosion protection equipment.  The Fike Diverter will enable the protection of new and existing vessels to be validated using a passive device.

If deflagrations are allowed to propagate through pipes, they have a high probability of being able to transition from a deflagration into a detonation.  The Fike Explosion Diverter limits the effects of explosions propagating through pipes to an acceptable and safe level by diverting the pressure through the vent panel mounted on top to expand into the atmosphere.  The flame front will follow the pressure flow rather than making the 180° turn so that the flame is disengaged or decoupled.

You can see in the picture that the flame has not propagated through the pipe.

The Fike Explosion Diverter is an important step in the process of making Fike’s passive explosion protection offering more complete.  There are 9 nominal sizes available ranging from DN100 to DN600.

For further information please contact;

Keith Avila
Fike UK
Tel: +44 (0)1622 677081  Fax: +44 (0)1622 685737
35 Earl Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1PF. United Kingdom
www.fike.co.uk