Explosion Proof Concrete

Johnocarolan · May 26, 2003

Does any body know roughly what sort of force per area is needed to be withstanded for concrete to be explosion proof. Or is there anywhere information like this can be got or formula to calculate values based on given areas e.g.4 square metre surfaces?

sc · May 26, 2003

What kind of explosion? eg Detonators, ANFO, nuclear blasts, it greatly depends on the type, you might want to check out the US Engineers Corps site for some guidance.

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What are you designing/building that requires blast containment?

regards
sc

Johnocarolan · May 26, 2003

The blast will be from electrical equipment. Voltage up to approx. 24kV. Housing to contain equipment to withstand possible forces.

DrAmmar · May 27, 2003

I recommend that you check the reference ASCE Report "Design of Blast Resistant Buildings in Petrochemical Facilities". In this Report you will find excellent information on designing of reinfoirced concrete structures against blast loads.

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