Flame Out: How Flashback Arrestors Keep Maritime Gas Welding and Cutting Safe They may be small, but they are mighty. Flame or flashback arrestors used in oxy-acetylene equipment setups are a key component of safeguarding the wellbeing of personnel undertaking hot work onboard vessels and lowering the risk of damage to assets. Here we explain everything you need to know about flashbacks and help to prevent them. (Note: In this article, the term flashback arrestors also denote flame arrestors)
Oxy-acetylene torches have been used in the maritime industry for many decades for cutting, welding, brazing and heating of steels during onboard maintenance. When purchasing gas welding and cutting equipment, one often overlooked aspect is ensuring that the 1
equipment meets technical specifications for safety and compliance. By investing in goodquality equipment that adheres to strict safety standard requirements, you can significantly reduce the risk of fire and explosions onboard.