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TESTED AGAINST
EXPLOSION
Closes in less than High-Speed Abort Gate
300 milliseconds
 Testing of Nedermans High Speed Abort Gate
HSAG was tested
both with ST1 and
ST2 dust.

Completely diverted
pressure wave and
flames.

Test protocol

Max dust Chemical Activate

concentration igniter activate igniter in test
Cv- Flamex- vessel- TEST RESULTS
FLAME
Time 0 mS Time 300mS SIZE PRED PRESSURE FLAME
Time 600mS SPEED
24 x 24 0.3 bars 70 m/s No No
40 x 40 0.2 bars 70 m/s No No

Nedermans High Speed Abort Gate(HSAG) is a high speed isolation device used in pneumatic collection systems handling
combustible dusts . When the risk of a fire and explosion is present, its main purpose is to divert the path of sparks, hot embers
and burning materials out of the collection system to a restricted area \ safe zone.

The most common application is to locate the HSAG downstream of a dust collector recycling the cleaned air back to the facility/
workspace see Diagram 1. In this configuration and when activated, the HSAG prevents the propagation of airborne
incendiary materials from entering the workspace. The HSAG is triggered to redirect the airstream by a spark detection system
installed in the upstream pipe system. In combination with the Nederman s CARZ Explosion Isolation Device, the upstream and
downstream path to the workspace will be blocked(See Diagram 2). Therefore, the safety risk is greatly reduced in the case of a
fire and or explosion in the dust collector and pipe system. The proper design and maintenance of the ventilation and
control systems is critical to ensure these safety devices work properly.

Dust collection system recycling cleaned air Dust collection system recycling cleaned air
back into plant ( Normal Operation) back into plan ( Fire/Explosion Risk Detected)
Dirty Air Spark Detectors
Spark Detectors From Facility Detect Fire/
Explosion Risk

Dust Collector Explosion Isolation Flap Dust Collector

(CARZ) Dirty Air From
Facility
PROTECTED

Explosion Isolation Flap

Explosion Vents
(CARZ)
Explosion Vents safely
High Speed release pressure in case of
Abort Gate explosion in dust collector

High Speed Abort Gate

Air and Material Diverted

Fan/Air Mover Clean Air to Facility Fan/Air Mover to Safe Zone
Clean Air Path to Facility
Diagram 1 Diagram 2 PROTECTED

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The Nederman Advantage:
Nederman Know How: Nederman is the leader in the design of combustible dust collection systems. With years of experience
and thousands of global installations, our technical staff will assist in the design of a safe and compliant system.

Documented Performance: Each unit is tested for closure time before shipment. Meets NFPA 664 and 654 requirements: With
proper system design, the detection process and HSAG activation is less than 300 Milliseconds.

Tight Tolerance and Door Seal: Fitted with high temperature seals on top and bottom doors to eliminate leakage during normal
and abort positions.

Extended Service Life: Heavy duty construction and bolted assembly for ease of maintenance.

UL Approved Control Panel: Device will meet local electrical standards.

Optional Weather Hood with access to door magnet Bolted Side allows for replacement of door

Durable Powder Coat Finish

Acceleration Springs to allow

closure in < 300 Milliseconds. Fast Acting Electromagnet

Name Plate: Details quality

inspection results and tested
response items

High Temperature Door

Seals to prevent bypass
when door is actuated.

Manual Reset and Electrically

Operated Reset Mechanisms
Available

UL Control Panel w\ Status

Indicator Lights
Heavy Duty Construction: Bolted Standard

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Reset Operation
After the High Speed Abort Gate is activated, NFPA fire safety standards require the operator to physically inspect the electro-
magnet, housing and seals prior to lifting the door back into the armed position and starting the dust collection system.

Manual Reset Version The operator will crank the actuator to lift the door back to open \ armed position. A Blade Up indi-
cator light is illuminated when the door is in the full open position. The operator will lower the manual crank until the Armed
indicator light is illuminated on the control panel. The device is reset and ready for operation.

Automatic Reset Version - To reset the device, the operator will turn the selector switch to UP position and the an electrically
driven linear actuator will lift the blade to the open \ run position. A Blade Up indicator light is illuminated when the door is in
the full open position. The operator will lower the blade by turning the selector switch to the DOWN position until the Armed
indicator light is illuminated on the control panel. The device is reset and ready for operation.

Lift Lower
Gate Crank

Blade up (left green light on) Blade up & Armed

(both green lights on)

Reset as Required

Gate Down Gate Up Gate Up

Actuator Retracted Actuator Up Actuator Retracted
Not Armed Not Armed Armed

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How It Works
Gate Operation:
1. Normal System Operation: An electromagnet holds the door up in the armed position so air can travel unimpeded down the
pipe into the facility.

2. Fire or Explosion Risk Detected: An abort signal from the spark detection system or sprinkler system to the control panel
results in a power loss to the electromagnetic and the door begins to close. The closing of the door is assisted by acceleration
springs tied to the door shaft. The abort process is completed in < 0.300 Seconds.

3. Workspace Isolated from Risk: The final position of the door forces air to exit the HSAG Outlet and sparks, flames, and smoke
are diverted to a safe zone. Personnel, equipment and facilities are isolated from risk.

2: Risk Detected by 3: Risk Diverted to

1: Normal System Operation
Spark Detection Safe Zone

Maintenance:
As a safety device, the Abort Gate System must be tested and
maintained on a regular basis. The maintenance program must
include the spark detection system and other control devices
designed to signal the gate when a fire/explosion hazard is
detected. A port is available to test the time from the point of
activation to the door closure.

Contact Nederman for Start-Up Assistance, Preventative

Maintenance Plans and Onsite Service.

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Planning-In Data
B

INLET

A INLET

UNIT SIZE INLET A B C SHAFT BODY CONSTRUCTION WEIGHT lbs (kg)

24 24 47 40 68 1 1/2 12 Ga Mild Steel 766 (160)

32 32 59 48 85 1 1/2 12 Ga Mild Steel 1060 (250)

40 40 69 56 98 2 10 Ga Mild Steel 1630 (430)

Optional Features
Inlet /Out square to round transitions
Standard Features
Heavy Duty Construction Automatic Reset - With electric actuator to
Activation Time < = 300 Millisecs reset gate (recommended for 40 models)
Color: Safety Red
Individual Units are tested and certified in Evacuations Hoods/ Weather Cowls:
Nedermans Safety Design Process.
Side Access Door for Removal of Magnets
Manual Reset
High Temperature Seals Parallel Perpendicular

Limit Switches for gate position indication

Prewired Electrical Panel (Input: 120 VAC)
Mounted on side of gate. UL approved
OSHA guards for all exterior moving parts
Seals in running and aborted positions
Replaceable Gate Recommended Support
Tower and Service Platform:

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Installations

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Bringing superior conditions to the
workplace and the environment
For more than 60 years Nederman has developed, manufactured and marketed products and system
solutions to reduce the strain on the environment and improve working conditions in
numerous industries.

Our products and systems have been ground-breaking in industries such as Machining, Metal
Fabrication, Automotive, Composite Manufacturing, Food, Paper, Chemical, Pharmaceutical and
many others.

Today companies all over the world are using equipment from Nederman.

Nederman LLC
102 Transit Ave
Thomasville NC, 27360
800-533-5286
www.nederman.com

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