KITO ARMATUREN GMBH

As breather/venting safety device incorporating an explosion proof flame arrester element for installation on top of storage tanks, tank access covers or breather pipes. The breather allows the unimpeded flow of gases out to atmosphere and air into the tank/pipe thereby preventing vacuum locks whilst ensuring provision of a permanent and reliable protection against any flashback into the tank/pipe. This device is not permitted to be installed in enclosed areas. Approved for all materials of the explosion group IIB3 with a maximum experimental safe gap (MESG) ≥ 0.65 and an maximum operating temperature of 60 °C.

For installation into pipes to the protection of vessels and components against stable detonation of flammable liquids and gases. Tested and approved as detonation flame arrester type 4. Approved for all substances of explosion groups IIA1 to IIA with a maximum experimental safe gap (MESG) > 0.9 mm. Bi-directionally working in pipes, whereby an operating pressure of 1.2 bar abs. and an operating temperature of 60 °C must not be exceeded. The installation of the detonation flame arrester into horizontal and vertical pipes is permissible. Provided with one or two temperature sensors (PT 100) the armature is certified against short time burning from one or both sides. If only one thermal sensor is attached, it must be installed into that part of the body from which a fire is expected.

As end-of-line armature, for venting apertures on tank installations. Used mainly as venting and breather device for fixed roof tanks. Used to prevent inadmissible pressure and vacuum and to minimize unwelcome gas losses or inadmissible emissions respectively. The housing is mounted perpendicularly on a tank roof. The product vapours can be discharged through a collective line into the atmosphere connected to the line flange on the pressure side.

For installation into pipes to protect containers and components against stable detonation of flammable liquids and gases. Tested and approved as detonation flame arrester type 4. Approved for all substances of explosion groups IIA1 to IIA with a maximum experimental safe gap (MESG) > 0.9 mm. Working unidirectional in pipes, whereby an operating pressure of 1.2 bar abs. and an maximum operating temperature of 60 °C must not be exceeded. Provided with one temperature sensor (PT 100) the armature is certified against short time burning from one side. The installation is not dependent on the position and both directions of flow are possible. During installation, please observe the direction of detonation and the indication „protected side“.

As emergency venting device for installation on storage tanks with a VRV to protect against hazardous excess pressure but minimize the loss of gas/vapours. Also suitable as replacement of a manhole. This device does not protect against the hazard of explosion or stabilized burning.

Application as end-of-line armature for venting apertures on tank installations, valve is explosion-proof and endurance-burning proof for certain inflammable liquids. Used mainly as venting and breather device for fixed roof tanks to prevent inadmissible pressure and vacuum and to minimize unwelcome gas losses and inadmissible emissions. Approved for all materials of the explosion group IIA with a maximum experimental safe gap (MESG) > 0.9 and a maximum operating temperature of 60 °C. The housing is mounted perpendicularly on a tank roof. If required by the customer, the valve is equipped with an explosion-proof condensate drain device.

Application as end-of-line armature for venting and breathing of tanks. Tested and approved against atmospheric deflagrations for all materials of the explosion group IIB3 with a maximum experimental safe gap (MESG) ≥ 0.65 mm and a maximum operating temperature of 60 °C. Vertical mounting (for tank roofs) with an integrated elbow as an option.

Explosion proof safety valve to protect inbreathing openings of storage tanks, vessels and pipes to prevent inordinate vacuum. Approved for flammable liquids of explosion group IIB3 with a maximum experimental safe gap (MESG) ≥ 0.65 mm and a Maximum operating temperature of 60 °C.

Installation into pipelines as inline detonation flame arrester e. g. for the protection of ignition gas lines or measuring devices. Applicable for all materials of the explosion groups IIA1 up to IIA with a maximum experimental safe gap (MESG) > 0.9 mm. Operating from both sides, for a maximum operating pressure of 1.2 bar abs. and a maximum operating temperature of 60 °C.

Application as inline armature with venting and breather valve function for vessels. Preferably used for installation in pipes.