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Flash point of dust?

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In one of our processes we grind LDPE granules into powder. during this a fair amount of dust is created. Whilst I can get all the information on the properties of the granules in the condition we buy them in, how would I establish the flash point of the dust so I can do a thorough fire and DSEAR risk assessment?
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I think the problem is that the MSDS give a Flashpoint of the granules as they provide them.

The dust explosion risk is variable dependant on the granule size of the dust, and the amount of it in the air/dust mixture.

It's not the 'Flashpoint' you're seeking; it's the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) and the Upper Explosive Limit(UEL), of the size of dust you're creating. For example the MSDS that messy has found doesn't give LEL/UEL because the granules don't have one.

I think it needs a Laboratory to assess the size of dust you're creating and to establish the LEL/UELs that exist. :shock:
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You're exactly right, in regards to the LEL / UEL berni! I think I was at the point of not being able to see the forest for the trees, with this one!
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Keith1983 wrote: Mon Aug 05, 2019 10:21 am You're exactly right, in regards to the LEL / UEL berni! I think I was at the point of not being able to see the forest for the trees, with this one!
Have you looked at HSG103?
http://www.hse.gov.uk/pUbns/priced/hsg103.pdf
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