ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR DETECTING EXPLOSIONS IN DUST COLLECTORS

摘要

A method for detecting an explosion in a dust collector includes providing a dust collector having an explosion vent and a membrane covering the explosion vent. A first member is oriented in extension across the membrane. A circuit path is formed with the first member, and a detection system is triggered upon breakage of the circuit path upon explosion within the dust collector. A dust collector arrangement includes a dust collector having a dust flow inlet, a clean air outlet, and an explosion vent. A membrane covers the explosion vent, with a first member being provided in extension across the membrane. The member is constructed and arranged to break upon breakage of the membrane. A detection system is responsive to breakage of the member. A kit for use with a dust collector having an explosion vent includes a panel with a flexible membrane mountable thereon; a frame constructed and arranged to be mounted around the panel; a bar including a first section and a second section; a collar connecting together the first section and the second section; and a plurality of switches mountable to the frame and being constructed and arranged to receive opposite ends of the bar.