OPERATION

Rodrigue Métal's abort dampers(VDR) is of a sturdy design and construction. Installed on an air duct, the purpose of this equipment is to divert air to the atmosphere when sparks or flames are detected upstream. Typically installed on ducts returning air to the plant, the VDR is safe and efficient, thus protecting your investment, and meeting the protection requirements of insurance companies.


Available Options and Accessories

  • Electrical or manual reset system
  • Spark detection system
  • Support tower with catwalk and access ladder
  • Complete range of diameters from 300 mm to 1,500 mm



    




Rodrigue Métal's abort dampers complies with NFPA-664 standard 8-4 for returning air to plants.







OPERATION

Facilities using dust collection and air conveying systems represent a very high risk of spark or fire propagation.

Explosions and/or dust fires can cause severe damage to the equipment and buildings. They may also be the cause of injury and/or death.

The best way to adequately prevent such events is the installation of a spark detection and suppression system. When the system detects sparks in an air duct, it automatically activates a water suppression system located downstream from the infrared detectors. This system also controls abort damper (VDR) that diverts the sparks or fire to the atmosphere.