At POWTECH 2016, HOERBIGER will introduce itself for the first time as a leading provider of comprehensive industrial safety solutions. Saving lives through explosion protection and prevention is the role of the IEP Technologies and Newson Gale brands at HOERBIGER. IEP Technologies is the systems and service specialist for HOERBIGER's entire range of explosion protection solutions in dust and gas applications. Newson Gale brings decades of experience in mitigating risks from electrostatic spark discharges. The two companies complement the flameless venting expertise that HOERBIGER has accumulated over the decades.
Safety is not only a megatrend, but a central topic for companies in the food, oil & gas and chemical industries. Demand for one-stop expertise in process and explosion prevention and protection solutions is rising steadily. HOERBIGER offers a wide range of safety-related products and services. For decades, the Group has been an innovation and technology leader in explosion venting and for check valves for oil, gas, and dust applications in mechanical engineering and process plants. As a result of the expansion of the Safety Solutions Business Segment, HOERBIGER now offers its customers comprehensive explosion protection solutions.
Customized explosion protection systems from a single source
IEP Technologies has consolidated experience spanning more than 50 years in safety and explosion protection technology. Extensive research and development has established the company as a leader in this focused niche market. In particular, IEP Technologies is an expert in the computer-assisted calculation and simulation of explosion processes and the development of tailor-made solutions to detect and mitigate explosions in industrial process equipment.
Reliable protection from static electricity in hazardous areas
Newson Gale enjoys an outstanding market position in electrostatic grounding for hazardous areas. The company has over 30 years of experience in process safety, offering its customers a comprehensive portfolio of solutions to eliminate ignition hazards from static electricity in areas prone to explosions - every process that handles flammable gases, liquids or dust. From loading tank trucks to filling small containers, Newson Gale has solutions for virtually every operation capable of generating static electricity.
