Explosion-Proof Vertical Access for One of the World’s Cleanest Coal-Fired Power Plants

Project Overview
The Edwardsport Generating Station, operated by Duke Energy, is located in Indiana, USA, and is recognized as one of the cleanest coal-fired power generating stations in the world. The facility is designed to meet stringent environmental standards while delivering reliable energy to the region.

Customer: Duke Energy
Segment: Industrial / Power Generation
Status: Completed

Challenge
Operating in a hazardous environment with the presence of explosive gases required a vertical access solution that met strict safety and compliance standards. The elevator needed to be explosion-proof, durable, and certified for continuous use in a high-risk industrial setting.

RAXTAR Solution
RAXTAR supplied a permanent explosion-proof industrial elevator, model RX2732P, designed and manufactured to meet NEC Class 1, Division 2, Groups B, C, D standards. The elevator complies with ASME 17.1 and is built for safe operation in hazardous locations.

Key specifications:

Payload capacity: 2,700 kg / 6,000 lbs

Lifting speed: 45 m/min / 150 fpm

Explosion-proof design for gas-prone environments

This solution ensures safe and reliable vertical transport for personnel and equipment within the plant’s operational zones.

Outcome
The RX2732P elevator has proven to be a robust and compliant solution for Edwardsport, delivering:

↗ Safe access in explosive environments

↗ Reliable long-term performance

↗ Compliance with industrial and safety standards

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