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Working platform for conical-shaped vessels released

An computer impression of Heinkel's device.
An computer impression of Heinkel's device.

US-based Heinkel has responded to increasing safety regulations, with a product that helps the  installation of a working platform inside of a conical shaped vessel.

The platform is for urgent repair work, and when wood construction or platforms out of carbon steel are not These working platforms can be installed inside almost all conical process vessels like reactors, Nauta style mixer/dryers and single shaft dryers and mixers. Other features of the platform include:

Stable aluminum construction o    Fast and easy installation o    Modular design allowing the installation via man-way or other vessel nozzles o    Low weight - each module below 70-lbs. o    Easy handling - only a few bolts have to be fixed for a safe installation of the platform o    Rubber pads to protect the vessel’s wall surface o    Rescue hatches or any other requested openings are possible o    Additional features, like ladders, are available