Refuge Chamber for Mining

Refuge Chambers and Rooms
  • Safe haven for miners in emergencies
  • Customized to individual mine requirements
  • Adaptable to mine conditions and emergency plans
Refuge Chamber for Mining Refuge Chambers and Rooms

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Mining refuge chambers provide means of refuge in emergencies which require the allocation of a breathable atmosphere- usually on occurrence of combustion gases.

Dräger provides refuge chambers as mobile units for mining. This chambers are planned commonly with the customers. To achieve a high degree of efficiency and profitability, these customized solutions are combined with standardized components as far as possible. These components are proven in several applications.

The chambers are equipped with isolation breathing gas protection with positive pressure atmosphere to protect people from contamination until rescue teams arrive.

Customized to meet your mine safety requirements

The requirements of a mine refuge chamber can be as diverse as the mine itself. For example, a comprehensive risk assessment or the mine conditions may demand a specially designed refuge chamber or additional features. At Dräger, we have decades of e … More Information

Incorporates local standards and regulations

Local mine regulations around the world can vary considerably. Dräger’s engineered chamber solutions offer the highest flexibility to meet the required standards and best practices. Regardless of whether the requirements are imposed by official regul … More Information

A safe haven without compromise

In emergency situations, miners taking refuge need a life support system they can rely on to protect them from danger. This might include protection against heat stress or falling rock, an uncompromised supply of safe and clean breathing air or gas d … More Information

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This product is part of a Dräger system solution. Combine it with the following system components.
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Connective Products

Dräger FRS 4800
Dräger FRS 4800
This easy-to-use CO2 fixed refuge shelter scrubbing system has two independent soda lime bins, each with its own fan. The system includes a Dräger X-am® 7000 device for monitoring oxygen, carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. A 48-hour battery backup system comes standard, with an option for an additional set of batteries with an external case. A standard plug-in accepts most 120 VAC extension cords.
Oxygen Self Rescuers - Dräger Oxy SR Series
Dräger Oxy SR Series
  • Oxygen self-rescuer offering 30 or 60 minutes escape time
  • Equipped with a comfort bite mouthpiece and goggles
  • Service-free for up to 10 years while being worn
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Consumables
Consumables
To meet the needs of occupants while they are in the chamber, there is a storage area for necessities such as water, food, a chemical toilet, and a first aid kit—all of which can be supplied with the chamber. All consumables needed to operate the chamber and breathing air supply systems are available from a single source—Dräger.
Remote Monitoring
Remote Monitoring
This iPad app lets you remotely monitor the systems and status of the shelter and its accessories on your company network. You can continually see the internal and external temperatures of the shelter, as well as information from the inverter/charger, cameras, fixed gas detectors and more.
Service you can rely on
Service you can rely on
The operational readiness of the chamber is essential for your miners’ safety. Dräger’s worldwide service network ensures that a technician can be on-site quickly for all your maintenance and repair needs, helping to reduce downtime. We offer a regular maintenance plan that includes on-site technical assistance—as well as all required consumables, such as Dräger soda lime and filters.

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