Blog

If you are just starting a career in oil and gas, chemical processing or any industry that involves flammable materials, dust and other potentially ignitable substances, you need to understand the dangers associated with hazardous locations. This includes knowing what to look for when purchasing instruments for challenging and potentially explosive applications. As a product technical leader at Ashcroft - a recognized authority in pressure and temperature measurement instrumentation - I understand these challenges well. In this article, you will find valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of monitoring temperature in hazardous location applications. This includes a definition of a hazardous location, the agency standards and approvals required for equipment used in these areas and why temperature instruments, in particular, to be fully certified to ensure the safety and compliance of your operation. When you are done reading, you will have a foundation of information and be more confident about your instrument choices for these challenging applications. You will also have access to additional resources that will deepen your knowledge of RTDs and thermocouples.