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This'typical modern arrangement of motors, a n d control for-chemical plant service [utilizes e x p l o sion-proof motors f o r placement, right inside h a z ardous Division t areas close to the machines to be o p e r a t e d . Similarly; control, designed specifically f o r service in hazardous or in semi-hazardous Division 1 a r e a s is located n e a r t h e motors. Alternatively, t h e control m a y be general-purpose housed in a specially constructed a n d ventilated room. In a n y - c a s e , control units a r e grouped t o gether for quick accessibility a n d eqsy" maintenance.
WHEN YOU COME TO GENERAL ELECTRIC you get far more than the finest in electrical equipment. A General Electric application engineer, familiar with chemical plant practice, is at your disposal, i f desired, he stands ready to take over the job o f co-ordinating all the needed components, engineering your power distribution and utilization equipment into one modern efficient system.
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There are more ways tlxan one, of course, t o meet hazardous chemical-plant conditions. B u t because it best combines simplicity, security, and savings, today's trend is toward greater use of explosion-proof, corrosion-resisting motors and group installation of control centers.
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Its advantages? M o t o r s a n d control c a n be located solely with reference to convenience.
accessibility for maintenance, economy of space, arKf driving machinery. And because it's standard, equipment, initial cost is lower. B y minimizing explosion hazards, you promote personnel safety and continuity of production. Moreover r you can take full advantage of the cost-saving benefits of t h e load-center system of power distribution. Full information on motors stud control for hazardous areas is contained in Bulletin GKA-4131. We'll gladly send you a copy. Apparatus I}ept.y General Electric Company, Schenectady 5, N. Y.
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