Rupture disc aid receives ATEX approval

Jan. 1, 2009
Elfab, a European manufacturer of rupture discs now marketing its products in the United States, has been awarded ATEX approval for Test-Tel, its rupture

Elfab, a European manufacturer of rupture discs now marketing its products in the United States, has been awarded ATEX approval for Test-Tel, its rupture disc installation aid. Test-Tel is designed to confirm correct disk installation, as well as ensure the proper fitting of the ATEX-approved detection system, Flo-Tel+.

Test-Tel is a low-cost portable tool that can eliminate the risk of poorly fitted rupture disks or incorrectly wired detection systems. With a range of test methods, including disk status check, detection check, and battery check, Test-Tel is a first in the rupture disk industry.

With ATEX zone 0 and intrinsically safe approvals, the product is safe to use even in the most explosive operating conditions. Simple to use, Test-Tel is proving advantageous at the rupture disk installation stage, ensuring a proper first-time approach that saves customers time and refitting costs. For maintenance managers, Test-Tel ensures accurate burst control and continuous device function, allowing for foolproof non-invasive checking of alarms.

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