Smart LED Grounding: Making Electrostatic Safety Visible
In industries such as oil & gas, chemicals, and logistics, electrostatic discharge during filling or transfer operations poses a serious explosion risk.
Grounding clamps and cables are standard, but operators often face uncertainty: is the connection really secure? Without reliable feedback, even routine tasks carry unnecessary risk.
The Solution: TIMM BITE Smart LED
The TIMM BITE Smart LED, available from Exloc, provides a clear, real-time indication of safe grounding. Compact, battery-powered, and ATEX certified for Zones 1, 2, 21, and 22, it offers peace of mind whether installed permanently or used as a fully mobile solution.
How it works:
- Monitors conductivity and connection between a container, drum, or IBC and a designated grounding point
- Green light = safe connection; red light = poor connection
- 360° visibility ensures operators can see status at a glance
- Replaceable battery power enables up to 3 years’ operation (at around 6 hours per day) with no external supply
- Self-monitoring warns of low battery and faults for easy handling
A Practical Scenario
At a filling station without a local power supply, traditional grounding monitors are costly to install. With the Smart LED, a technician simply clamps the cable, and the system confirms connection instantly. The bright indicator makes it obvious when grounding is established, removing ambiguity and keeping the workflow safe and efficient.
Product Advantages at a Glance
- Monitored electrostatic grounding
- Flexible use – stationary or mobile
- Quick connectors for fast installation (optional)
- ATEX certified for Zones 1, 2, 21, 22 l
- IP65 housing, robust aluminium design
- Ambient temperature range: -25 °C to +60 °C
Why it matters
Electrostatic safety procedures are often seen as background tasks, yet they are essential to protecting people, assets, and operations. A single mistake in grounding can create the conditions for a dangerous incident. The Smart LED helps make this safety step clear and visible, which builds operator confidence and encourages best practice.
From a compliance perspective, ATEX certification ensures that the Smart LED can be deployed in hazardous zones without concern. This supports safety audits and gives reassurance to site managers that equipment in use is fit for purpose and aligned with regulatory requirements.
There is also an operational benefit. By providing an instant visual indication of safe grounding, the Smart LED eliminates delays caused by uncertainty or manual double-checking. This means operators can focus on the job at hand while maintaining high safety standards.
Grounding Made Simple
The TIMM BITE Smart LED is more than a clamp, it is a proactive safety tool for hazardous environments. By making grounding status unmissable, it helps sites move beyond basic compliance to a higher standard of operational safety.
