The nature of power generation facilities often results in various processes being spread out over a large area. Many of these processes make use of corrosive chemicals and thus require compliant safety shower protection. Running water pipe may seem like a viable solution; however, piping to all these areas, often in remote locations, can often be very expensive, both in the short term and in the long term. On the other hand, self-contained safety shower systems will save you money, therefore, is your best bet.
Why shouldn’t I Run Pipe?
As stated above, running pipe can be costly, but there are other problems associated with it, including:
- Needing to either warm or cool water for the safety shower to be ANSI compliant (60°-100°)
- Above or below ground piping, depending on weather
- Needing to dig trenches (sometimes, that’s not possible if working in an area that carries with it a risk of explosion, such as with oil refineries)
- Flow restrictions – if two showers are operating at the same time, there may not be enough for the ANSI standard twenty gallons a minute.
- Corrosion and erosion can occur with pipes
As you can see, there are several problems with running pipe, thus using a gravity-fed self-contained safety shower seems like a wise choice.
Stay Ahead of Safety Concerns with the EcoDrench™ Self-Contained Safety Shower
At ATS ShieldSafe, we are continually looking for new ways to protect workers onsite. A perfect solution for many of these areas is our EcoDrench self-contained safety shower. The gravity-fed cubicle shower is ANSI Z358.1 compliant, first and foremost, is of heavy steel construction and has a protected water tank. Solve your onsite challenges that may include having low-flow piping or no potable with the EcoDrench.
Other great features include providing outdoor element protection, privacy, and warmth, while waiting for help, and lowered costs. Along with many other features, there are options you can add; these include a water temp alarm and low-water level alarm switch. You can also add a filtration system, as well.
ATS ShieldSafe Complies, Protects, and Innovates
Whatever situation you face when it comes to protecting, complying, or trying to find the right solution, know that we’re on the case. ATS Shieldsafe carries safety showers for hot and cold climates, as well as tank and portable or cubicle showers. If you have a large site, our products include the ability to move safety showers where you need them.
Contact our sales representatives at 800.747.9953 for more information and allow us to be your safety solution center.
