Civilian law enforcement agencies generally use tear gas cartridges that do not generate heat. … According to Charles Cutshaw, an editor of Jane’s Defence Information and an expert on this kind of weapon, these military tear gas cartridges are not intended to start fires. What happens if you burn tearRead More →
Diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) is the generic name of a product used in industrial settings. Polymeric MDI (PMDI), the primary technical/commercial form of MDI, is actually a mixture that contains 25-80% monomeric 4,4′-MDI as well as oligomers containing 3-6 rings and other minor isomers, such as the 2,2′-isomer. What is isocyanateRead More →
Understanding flammable gases to mitigate potential risks Acetylene, ammonia, hydrogen, propane, propylene and methane are all flammable gases, also known as fuel gases. They burn when mixed with an oxidant and provided with a source of ignition. Which gas can fire? Oxygen, fuel and heat are needed for fire toRead More →
Serious eye damage/irritation Serious eye damage/irritation May cause mild, short lasting discomfort to eyes. Respiratory sensitisation Respiratory sensitisation No evidence to suggest the product will be a respiratory sensitiser. Repeated exposure to oil mists may cause respiratory damage. What is a diathermic oil? Diathermic oil is a heat transfer fluidRead More →