{"id":2652,"date":"2025-07-07T10:09:24","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T09:09:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.allmetsafetytools.eu\/?post_type=news&#038;p=2652"},"modified":"2025-07-07T10:33:23","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T09:33:23","slug":"equinor-spark-free-grinding-atex-tools","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.allmetsafetytools.eu\/de\/nachrichten\/equinor-spark-free-grinding-atex-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"Equinor tests spark-free grinding tools in ATEX zone: safe, dust-free, and efficient"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>During maintenance operations on storage tank TK\u2011704 at Equinor\u2019s Mongstad refinery, a field test was conducted using Safety Tools Allmet\u2019s certified cold work <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allmetsafetytools.eu\/product-category\/spark-free-tools\/grinding-solutions\/\">grinding tools<\/a>. 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In Zone 1 areas with flammable gases or vapors, this presents a major risk. Equinor needed a solution that would:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be fully <strong>spark-free<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Certified for cold work<\/strong> (no hot work permit required)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Operate dust-free<\/strong> without external ventilation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be ergonomic and safe for the operator<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The solution: spark-free grinding, fully enclosed and certified<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allmetsafetytools.eu\/product\/spark-free-tools\/grinding-solutions\/a-0500-grinding-disc-for-paint\/\">A\u20110500 grinding disc<\/a>, several surfaces\u2014including welds, flat plates and tight corners\u2014were treated inside TK\u2011704. Thanks to the vacuum-based system:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Paint and coatings were safely and efficiently removed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No airborne dust was released<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No additional ventilation or containment was needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operators worked without exposure to hazardous particles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Key performance indicators:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cold work certified (no ignition source)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Noise level below 85 dB<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vibration below 2.5 m\/s\u00b2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimal operator effort required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Positive outcome: tools to be used in other weld zones<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The test was deemed a success. Equinor has decided to implement the tools across additional welding zones in tank TK\u2011704. In cases of heavy corrosion, loose rust was removed mechanically first, after which the A\u20110500 disc provided deep and consistent cleaning results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cThe combination of safety, speed, and ease of use makes this system ideal for ATEX maintenance in tanks, pipelines, and confined spaces.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"contact-cta\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.allmetsafetytools.eu\/de\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/10\/CTA-bellen-mailen-1-e1730369737352.png\" alt=\"CTA bellen mailen\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 150px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 150\/199;\">\n    <div class=\"content\">\n        <h2>Anrufen, E-Mail oder Route planen&#8230;<\/h2>\n        <div class=\"buttons\">\n            <a href=\"tel:078 303 19 20\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">\n                <span class=\"icon-phone-spoed-button icon\"><\/span>\n                078 303 19 20            <\/a>\n            <a href=\"\/contact\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">\n                <span class=\"icon-mail icon\"><\/span>\n                Kontaktformular            <\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Planckstraat+53,+3316+GS+Dordrecht\/@51.7760649,4.6320294,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x47c42f69ef6cbd6b:0x699ebf9ab1046423!8m2!3d51.7760649!4d4.6346097!16s%2Fg%2F11b8v7k4z2?entry=ttu&#038;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyOC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">\n                <span class=\"icon-location\"><\/span>\n                Route:  Planckstraat 53, Dordrecht            <\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What this means for your maintenance operations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Working in ATEX zones doesn&#8217;t have to involve shutdowns, risk, or complex permits. 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