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Explosion Protection Valve ESV 3 (GP) \u2013 Exhaust Air Valve for Safe Room Ventilation Systems<\/h1>\n

The ESV 3 (GP) Explosion Protection Valve<\/strong> is a pressure-resistant exhaust air valve designed for safe room ventilation systems. It ensures the controlled removal of used air from protected rooms while providing reliable protection for people and technical equipment against the effects of pressure and suction waves caused by conventional and nuclear explosions. <\/p>\n

The valve was specifically developed for use in protected environments and ensures reliable operation even under extreme load conditions. Thanks to its automatic closing function, the airflow is safely interrupted when pressure waves occur. <\/p>\n

The ESV 3 (GP) is suitable for civil protection facilities, military protection systems, and safety-critical industrial applications.<\/p>\n

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Application and Areas of Use<\/h1>\n

The ESV 3 (GP) Explosion Protection Valve is used as an exhaust air valve for safe room ventilation systems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Typical applications include:<\/p>\n

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  • Civil protection facilities<\/li>\n
  • Personnel protection rooms<\/li>\n
  • Military protection facilities<\/li>\n
  • Critical infrastructure<\/li>\n
  • Command and communication facilities<\/li>\n
  • Industrial safety areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The valve provides a pressure-resistant closure for exhaust air openings and supports the overall protection function of the ventilation system.<\/p>\n

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    Function and Operating Principle<\/h1>\n

    During normal ventilation operation, the ESV 3 (GP) allows the controlled removal of used air from the protected room.<\/p>\n

    In the event of a pressure wave, the valve disc is automatically pressed against the sealing surface. This closes the airflow passage within a very short time and prevents dangerous pressure forces from entering the protected area. <\/p>\n

    The valve also reacts reliably to the suction effect following an explosion and closes in the opposite direction.<\/p>\n

    After the pressure or suction phase has ended, the valve automatically returns to normal operating conditions.<\/p>\n

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    Construction and Design<\/h1>\n

    The ESV 3 (GP) is manufactured with a robust, corrosion-protected design and is developed for long-term operation in protected facilities.<\/p>\n

    Scope of Delivery<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Valve housing with base plate, hot-dip galvanized<\/li>\n
    • Valve disc with closing mechanism made of stainless steel<\/li>\n
    • 6 mounting brackets<\/li>\n
    • 6 HST3 M8x95 anchor bolts<\/li>\n
    • Mounting components according to the installation requirements<\/li>\n
    • Installation documentation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      The simple mechanical design ensures reliable operation with low maintenance requirements.<\/p>\n

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      Standards, Certification, and Type Approval<\/h1>\n

      The ESV 3 (GP) Explosion Protection Valve complies with the requirements of the Technical Specification TPH 04 of the Swiss Federal Office for Civil Protection (BABS).<\/strong><\/p>\n

      The valve is manufactured according to applicable safe room technology requirements and has been type-tested and approved by the relevant authorities. <\/p>\n

      Approval: <\/strong>BZS T 75-003<\/p>\n

      Protection level: Basic protection (1 bar)<\/p>\n

      BSSD ensures that only tested and approved components are used in safe room installations.<\/p>\n

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      Technical Data<\/h1>\n
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      Feature<\/th>\nSpecificaton<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
      Product type<\/td>\nExplosion Protection Valve ESV 3 (GP)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Function<\/td>\nExhaust air valve and explosion protection<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Protection level <\/td>\nBasic protection 1 bar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Airflow capacity<\/td>\n200\u2013800 m\u00b3\/h<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Pressure loss<\/td>\n22\u2013346 Pa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Weight<\/td>\nApprox. 6.3 kg including mounting brackets <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Housing material<\/td>\nSteel, hot-dip galvanized<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Closing mechanism material<\/td>\nStainless Steel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Installation<\/td>\nWith customer-provided exhaust air duct<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      Airflow Performance and Pressure Loss<\/h1>\n
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      Airflow<\/th>\nPressure loss<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
      200 m\u00b3\/h<\/td>\n22 Pa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      300 m\u00b3\/h<\/td>\n48 Pa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      400 m\u00b3\/h<\/td>\n85 Pa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      500 m\u00b3\/h<\/td>\n132 Pa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      600 m\u00b3\/h<\/td>\n192 Pa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      700 m\u00b3\/h<\/td>\n263 Pa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      800 m\u00b3\/h<\/td>\n346 Pa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      Advantages of the ESV 3 (GP)<\/h1>\n
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      • Reliable protection against pressure and suction waves<\/li>\n
      • Automatic operation without external energy supply<\/li>\n
      • Robust construction for demanding operating conditions<\/li>\n
      • Suitable for safe room ventilation systems<\/li>\n
      • Corrosion-resistant design for long service life<\/li>\n
      • Low-maintenance mechanical construction<\/li>\n
      • Easy integration into existing protection systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        Installation and Maintenance<\/h1>\n

        Installation must be carried out according to the manufacturer’s instructions and applicable safe room regulations.<\/p>\n

        The following requirements must be considered:<\/p>\n

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        • Professional installation with customer-provided exhaust air duct<\/li>\n
        • Use of suitable approved fastening components<\/li>\n
        • Regular functional inspection of the valve<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          For long-term operational reliability, regular checks of the valve disc movement and mechanical components are recommended.<\/p>\n

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          Technical Consultation and Project Support<\/h1>\n

          Are you planning a new safe room ventilation system or upgrading an existing installation?<\/p>\n

          BSSD supports authorities, companies, and operators with the selection of suitable explosion protection components, technical system design, and integration into existing safe room concepts.<\/p>\n

          Contact BSSD for technical consultation and a suitable system solution.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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