AUMA has expanded its product offering to meet the needs of the explosion-proof actuator market segment. The company has upgraded its multi-turn and part-turn actuator certification to meet latest ATEX Directives (94/9/EC) in 2001. AUMA has expanded its portfolio of explosion-proof application solutions with the addition of K-Mass® fireproofing from Thermal Designs Inc. With superior fire protection capabilities, this moulded intumescent fireproofing has outstanding coefficient of thermal conduction characteristics which enables the actuator to operate without affecting its standard operation functions. Designed to allow actuator service or maintenance without removal, the fireproofing has passed UL 1709 high heat flux fireproofing test requirements ensuring actuator survival and operation of valves or other devices in fire created 1100°C environments. A further advantage of the new addition to AUMA’S portfolio is the supply of fireproofed actuators ready for installation. This logistical benefit eliminates the need for separate procurement and commissioning which is required by other methods.
