IceBlue Refrigeration Offshore expands fleet

IceBlue Refrigeration Offshore, a member of the Ferguson Group, has expanded its fleet of DNV 2.7-1/EN 12079 reefers with the launch of a new Zone 2 certified refrigerated/freezer module.

ATEX compliant units for platforms, FPSOs and drilling rigs

The new module has been developed as a result of consultation with customers, who wanted modules that could be classified for use in Zone 2 hazardous areas.

James Scullion, Group Modular Solutions Product Manager said: “Our customers asked us to supply ATEX compliant units for platforms, FPSOs and drilling rigs. We are now able to produce units that comply with the requirements for hazardous Zone 2 locations.”

These units are compliant with ATEX 94/9/EC and Group 11 Category 3.

Maintaining a constant pre-defined temperature

 “As with all our offshore units, the modules are constructed to DNV 2.7-1/EN 12079 standards,” Scullion adds. “This certification process involves independent inspection in order to assure that the modules are designed, built and maintained in a robust manner that protects both the cargo and the personnel working with the unit.”

The modules are designed to maintain a constant pre-defined temperature, using a combination of external container doors and interior cold room doors to ensure maximum cargo protection from the harsh environment these units operate in.

HSE standards

IceBlue Refrigeration Offshore modules have an external temperature readout, internal lighting and man trapped alarm fitted as standard to ensure personnel are safe at all times and to comply with strict HSE standards. Furthermore, the new Zone 2 unit is fitted with rig connection points, in order that the alarm is sounded locally and in the rig control room itself.

Adapted from press release by Cecilia Rehn

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