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An Introduction to Dust Explosions

Understanding the Myths and Realities of Dust Explosions for a Safer Workplace

  • 1st Edition - May 14, 2013
  • Author: Paul Amyotte
  • Language: English
  • Paperback ISBN:
    9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 3 9 7 0 0 7 - 7
  • eBook ISBN:
    9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 3 9 7 2 6 3 - 7

Preventable dust explosions continue to occur in industry in spite of significant research and practice efforts worldwide over many years. There is a need for effective un… Read more

An Introduction to Dust Explosions

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Preventable dust explosions continue to occur in industry in spite of significant research and practice efforts worldwide over many years. There is a need for effective understanding of the unique hazards posed by combustible dust. This book describes a number of dust explosion myths – which together cover the main source of dust explosion hazards – the reasons they exist and the corresponding scientific and engineering facts that mitigate these circumstances.

An Introduction to Dust Explosions describes the main erroneous beliefs about the origin and propagation of dust explosions. It offers fact-based explanations for their occurrence and the impact of such events and provides a critical guide to managing and mitigating dust explosion risks.