If you are a part of the oil and gas industry then you would know that it is the most hazardous and risk-prone industry. Every year more accidents and injuries are reported in the oil and gas industry than in any other field of work around the world. Whether it is an offshore rig or onshore rig, exploration activities, or production activities, each bears the same risk. If you are in a responsible position to ensure the safety and security of employees and assets in the oil and gas industry, here is an innovative and currently trending technology to help you – Explosion-proof CCTV camera. Drillers and explorers around the world are using this innovative technology to prevent accidents, reduce downtime and increase safety and productivity. There are a host of explosion-proof cameras available in the market such as explosion-proof fixed cameras, Explosion-proof PTZ cameras, explosion-proof night view PTZ cameras, and more.
Explosion proof PTZ camera
Let’s look at some of the advantages of installing the explosion-proof camera.
• Monitor and record site operations
Explosion digital cameras are widely preferred for monitoring site operations in hazardous areas. Further, if the camera is equipped with a DVR unit, you can also record the footage. Such continuous site monitoring & recording ensures increased productivity as well as safety of the workforce.
• Access from a remote location
Explosion-proof cameras can be accessed from a monitor or mobile device from a remote location. This is a big advantage as you don’t need to travel to the exploration or production site to monitor operations, which is more convenient as well as saves traveling time and cost.
• Long term performance
Unlike intrinsically safe cameras, which are more short circuit and failure-proof to prevent sparks, Explosion-proof cameras are specially designed to offer long-term and trouble-free performance in a stringent environment with adverse temperatures and are marked for installation in Zone 0, Zone 1, Zone 2, or other zones as specified.
• Preserve data in case of an accident
Ex-proof CCTV system will not fail in the misfortune event of an explosion. Thus, it will help you in preserving footage of the incident. This footage may prove critical in analyzing what caused the explosion, facilitates insurance and other legal procedures and also can be used for training purposes.
Conclusion
Different explosion-proof digital cameras come with different features. So, select the one which is more suitable to fulfill your requirements. Also, make sure that your explosion-proof cameras have ATEX and other required certifications. For more information on ex-proof CCTV systems, you can visit: SharpEagle Technology
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