About
This webinar explains why dust testing is performed and what combustible properties mean in practice. It will cover EN and ASTM methods, when and why testing is required, how samples are prepared, and key parameters such as MEC, MIE, MIT, Pmax, and Kst. The session will then focus on how results are interpreted and how the data supports risk assessment, process design and explosion protection decisions.
When
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 · 9:00 a.m. London (GMT +1:00)
Presenters
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Dilip Arulappan, MSc
Explosion Safety Consultant
Dilip Arulappan is an Explosion Safety Consultant at Fike Corporation, based in the UK. He holds a Master’s degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering, Specialised in Process Safety and is currently pursuing doctoral research in hybrid dust–gas explosion behaviour. With over decades of experience supporting clients across manufacturing, energy, chemical, and food sectors, Dilip delivers consulting projects covering combustible explosion protection, dust safety, ATEX/DSEAR compliance, corporate guidance and explosion protection. He is a member of the British Standards Institution BSI EXL/23 committee and the European Committee for Standardisation CEN/TC305/WG 2, supporting the development of European ATEX and explosion protection standards across multiple industries.
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Oliver Newman
Regional Manager, Explosion & Detection Solutions, MEIA
Oliver Newman is the Regional Manager – Explosion & Detection Solutions at Fike Corporation (MEIA), based in Dubai, UAE. With over 16 years of industry experience, Oliver has led technical and commercial efforts across the UK and the Middle East, specializing in fire protection, explosion prevention, and detection systems. He holds certifications from NFPA, IECEx, and has formal training in project management. Oliver brings deep expertise in electrical engineering, CAD design, and combustible dust compliance. A former National Committee Member of IFEDA, he is a passionate advocate for advancing safety standards and engineering excellence in high-risk environments.
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Daniel Hor
Explosion Protection Safety Consultant, APAC
Daniel is an Explosion Protection Safety Consultant at Fike Corporation (APAC), based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. With over 14 years of industry experience, he brings extensive expertise in the application and design of explosion protection, prevention, consultation and dust testing.
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