Refuge Chamber Archives - MineARC Systems Thu, 16 Feb 2023 02:58:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.3 https://minearc.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cropped-favi-32x32.png Refuge Chamber Archives - MineARC Systems 32 32 Nitrogen: Hazard in Focus https://minearc.com/nitrogen-hazard-in-focus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nitrogen-hazard-in-focus Wed, 23 Mar 2022 05:37:43 +0000 https://minearc.com/?p=37514 Nitrogen is an essential element to all forms of life but can also pose a threat. Known as the invisible killer, due to it’s odourless and tasteless nature, nitrogen gas can be lethal if inhaled in high concentrations.

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]]> Hydrogen Sulfide: Hazard in Focus https://minearc.com/hydrogen-sulfide-hazard-in-focus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hydrogen-sulfide-hazard-in-focus Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:40:25 +0000 https://minearc.com/?p=36780 Hydrogen Sulfide is a naturally occurring chemical that can be produced by bacteria in low oxygen environments, used in many industries despite its hazardous nature.

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]]> Compressed Air Technology – Why is it Important for Safe Refuge? https://minearc.com/compressed-air-technology-refuge-chambers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=compressed-air-technology-refuge-chambers Fri, 21 Jan 2022 04:01:33 +0000 https://minearc.com/?p=36491 Compressed air technology in refuge chambers is important to provide clean breathing air and maintain a positive internal pressure.

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]]> Why Do You Need an Airlock or Vestibule? https://minearc.com/why-do-you-need-an-airlock-vestibule/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-do-you-need-an-airlock-vestibule Wed, 08 Dec 2021 01:29:20 +0000 https://minearc.com/?p=35921 Why would you need an airlock or vestibule? This MineARC Tech Topic details various options and explains the value of adding an additional layer of protection to your refuge.

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]]> Fresh Air Base vs. Refuge Chamber in Underground Emergencies https://minearc.com/fresh-air-base-vs-refuge-chamber-in-underground-emergencies/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fresh-air-base-vs-refuge-chamber-in-underground-emergencies Tue, 08 Jun 2021 00:00:26 +0000 https://minearc.com/?p=27207 Refuge Chambers and Fresh Air Bases (FAB) are two types of shelters used in underground mines, particularly during emergencies.

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]]> Understanding the Basics of a Refuge Chamber | Induction Training https://minearc.com/understanding-the-basics-of-a-refuge-chamber/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=understanding-the-basics-of-a-refuge-chamber Thu, 20 May 2021 00:00:04 +0000 https://minearc.com/?p=26198 Learn the basics of the MineSAFE Standard Design Refuge Chamber.

In this video, you'll learn about underground mine refuge chambers, standard components and parts, signage, and the basics of a sealed environment. 

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]]> How to Operate an Underground Mine Refuge Chamber with an Airlock https://minearc.com/how-to-operate-an-underground-mine-refuge-chamber/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-operate-an-underground-mine-refuge-chamber Thu, 06 May 2021 00:00:48 +0000 https://minearc.com/?p=26305 This video explains the operational procedures for the MineSAFE Standard Design Refuge Chamber, an underground mine refuge alternative by MineARC Systems. This video also describes how to enter a refuge bay with an airlock.

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]]> How to Operate an Underground Mine Refuge Chamber https://minearc.com/how-to-operate-a-mine-refuge-chamber/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-operate-a-mine-refuge-chamber Tue, 04 May 2021 00:00:25 +0000 https://minearc.com/?p=26319 This video explains the operational procedures for the MineSAFE Standard Design Refuge Chamber, an underground mine refuge alternative by MineARC Systems. The training demonstration includes a 20-person refuge chamber,

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]]> Hydrogen Sulfide: Health and Safety Hazards Fact Sheet https://minearc.com/hydrogen-sulfide-health-and-safety-hazards-fact-sheet/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hydrogen-sulfide-health-and-safety-hazards-fact-sheet Tue, 06 Apr 2021 08:00:13 +0000 https://minearc.com/?p=7281 Hydrogen sulfide is exceptionally hazardous, due to its high levels of flammability and toxicity. Risks to personnel should be known...

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]]> What is a Refuge Chamber Scrubbing System? https://minearc.com/what-is-a-refuge-chamber-scrubbing-system/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-is-a-refuge-chamber-scrubbing-system Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:36 +0000 https://minearc.com/?p=14323 What is a scrubbing system and how does it work? A refuge chamber scrubber uses chemical reactions to remove contaminants from the air within a sealed environment.

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