Explosion-Proof Motors for Chemical Tanker Cargo Pump System
Project Overview A 19,800 DWT chemical tanker newbuild at a Chinese shipyard required explosion-proof electric motors for the cargo pump room. The motors needed to comply with both BV classification and IECEx certification for operation in Zone 1 hazardous areas. Challenge Cargo pump room classified as Zone 1 — requires Ex-d (flameproof) enclosure IIB T4 …