Robecco Explosion Protection Systems in Australia

Preventive CO Detection, CO2/N2 Inerting & Fully Automatic Control

If your operation processes combustible dusts, biomass or explosive gases, preventive explosion protection is not optional, it’s essential. CMC Technologies Pty Ltd represents and supplies Robecco systems in Australia, offering turnkey solutions from a German market leader that combine continuous Carbon Monoxide (CO) and Oxygen (O2) monitoring, CO2/N2 inerting and a fully automatic control centre to detect smouldering early and maintain safe inert atmospheres.

Why choose Robecco through CMC Technologies?

• Proven track record: Robecco has more than 500 gas analysis, inerting and automatic control systems installed worldwide.
• Tailored, turnkey solutions: systems are engineered to fit site-specific process needs (silos, mills, filters, dryers, conveyors).
• Standards‑aligned: installations follow CEN 15281, VDI 2263/2 and relevant ATEX and pressure directives.
• Local supply and support: CMC Technologies supplies, commissions and supports Robecco systems across Australia.

How Robecco preventive protection works

1. Early detection with continuous CO and O2 analysis

• CO monitoring: detects smouldering fires before visible flames or major temperature rises, enabling immediate preventive action.
• O2 monitoring: verifies and controls the inert atmosphere so oxygen remains below the limiting oxygen concentration (LOC) for the processed material.
• Guidance: continuous CO and O2 monitoring is recommended in CEN 15281 and VDI 2263/2 for effective prevention.

2. Inerting with CO2 and N2 (Robecco INERT systems)

• Purpose: reduce O2 concentration to prevent ignition of dust-air or gas-air mixtures.
• Configurations:
  • High‑pressure CO2 tanks (50–80 bar operating range).
  • Low‑pressure CO2 with vapouriser (22–25 bar range, vacuum insulated tanks, refrigeration/vapourising systems).
  • High‑pressure N2 bottle packs (compact packs, 200–300 bar).
• Delivery: turnkey supply including storage, pressure control, dosing valves, vapourisers and refilling arrangements.
• Common applications: coal grinding and storage, biomass (including sewage sludge and pellets), power plants, cement and lime works, mineral processing, chemical and food industries.

3. Robecco Secure Center (RSC) — fully automatic monitoring & control

• Central role: visualises the inerting process and controls gas analysers, temperature sensors, valves and actuators.
• Key features:
  • Plain‑text error messages and operator‑friendly HMI.
  • Exact CO2/N2 dosing and monitoring of storage levels and valve positions.
  • Trend logging, automatic maintenance interval calculation and remote maintenance capability.
  • Self‑sufficient safety functions that can operate without upper PLC control.
• Benefit: fast, automatic action when CO/O2 thresholds are exceeded, reducing reliance on manual intervention.

4. Gas analyser systems and sample handling

• Components: ATEX‑certified analyser cabinets, extractive sample probes, heated/non‑heated sample lines and robust measurement instrumentation for O2, CO and CH4.
• Role: deliver reliable, safety‑critical measurements required to trigger inerting and suppression strategies.
• Service: CMC and Robecco provide project engineering, manufacture, commissioning and operator training.

Typical high‑risk points addressed

• Mills, separators and bag filters
• Conveyors and transfer points
• Silos and storage vessels
• Spray dryers, mixers and dryers
• Any area where combustible dust or smouldering nests can form

Operational and business benefits

• Prevent smouldering progression to open fire and explosion with early CO detection.
• Reduce downtime, equipment damage and production losses from dust/gas explosions.
• Improve worker safety and regulatory compliance (ATEX, CEN 15281, VDI 2263/2, IEC 60079‑29, PED 2014/68/EU, Machinery Directive).
• Fully automated, user‑friendly systems reduce operator workload and speed response.
• Tailored installations for Australian sites with local supply, commissioning and after‑sales support from CMC Technologies.

Compliance and standards Robecco systems are designed and installed to also meet applicable international and European standards and directives relevant to inerting, gas analysis and pressure equipment, including:

• CEN 15281 (inerting guideline)
• VDI 2263/2 (German inerting guideline)
• ATEX 2014/34/EU
• IEC 60079‑29 (gas analyser practice)
• PED 2014/68/EU (pressure equipment)
• Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

Selecting the right Robecco system for your Australian site

1. Site survey and risk assessment: identify high‑risk process points (mills, silos, filters, conveyors).
2. Measurement design: specify CO/O2 sample points and analyser locations (heated lines, ATEX zones).
3. Inerting selection: choose between high‑pressure CO2, low‑pressure CO2 with vapouriser or N2 packs based on consumption, storage logistics and local refilling options.
4. Control integration: configure the Robecco Secure Center for HMI requirements, trend logging and remote access.
5. Commissioning & training: full commissioning and operator training provided by CMC Technologies to ensure safe operation and maintenance planning.

Case types and industries that benefit most

• Coal supply and power generation (coal mills, dust handling)
• Biomass processing and sludge drying/storage
• Cement and lime plants (dust collectors, storage silos)
• Chemical and food processing where combustible dusts are present

Preventive explosion protection that combines continuous CO/O2 analysis, targeted CO2/N2 inerting and an automatic control centre significantly lowers the risk of fire and explosion in dust‑ and biomass‑ handling processes.

CMC Technologies supplies Robecco’s German‑engineered turnkey systems across Australia, offering site assessments, supply, commissioning and local support to ensure compliance and safe, reliable operation.

Contact CMC Technologies Pty Ltd To discuss a site assessment or request a customised Robecco preventive explosion protection concept for your Australian facility, as well as for project engineering, commissioning and training.