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ProtecPo gets a makeover !
It is evolving to better meet the needs of chemical subtances users in their prevention approach.
New features
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The number of chemicals in the database increases from 1184 to 10314;
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Resistance categories are now divided into four levels: STRONG, MEDIUM, LOW or NON-RESISTANT, each with its color code (green, yellow, orange and red). The user has more information and can choose the material according to the specific context of the work;
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A new "experimental data" database contains information on the resistance of such material to a chemical substance (documented by recognized laboratory tests and / or scientific publications). It will evolve with time and ProtecPo will preferentially rely, if necessary, on the data it contains.
Description
ProtecPo is a software for predicting the resistance of polymeric materials used in the manufacture of gloves, clothing and boots protecting against chemicals. It is based on a modeling of interactions between chemical substances with the polymer material established from Charles M. Hansen's three-dimensional solubility theory. The algorithm, powered by thermodynamic parameters of chemical substances and materials, on experimental solubility tests of polymers and validated data from the literature, is conservative and aims at guiding the user towards a pre-selection of the material (s) offering a effective protection. Ideally, the selection of recommended materials should be validated by laboratory tests using standard methods (ASTM 739 et ISO 6529).
HELP FILE
To learn more about ProtecPo both in its use and in its principles, consult the help file
References
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Lara, J. , Durocher, L.P. (2002), Les solvants et la protection de la peau. In: Solvants industriels : santé, sécurité, substitution, pp. 179-198. Ed. Masson, Paris. (in French)
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INRS (2003), ED 112, Des gants contre les risques chimiques(in French)
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INRS (2006), ED 127, Quels vêtements de protection contre les risques chimiques?(in French)
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Napo in ... Protect your skin (2009). Animation film produced by Via Storia.
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LARA, J. and al: "The use of the Hansen solubility parameters in the selection of protective polymeric materials resistant to chemicals". International Journal of Current Research, vol. 9, no 3, p. 47860-47867, 2017.
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Krister Forsberg and al (2014) Quick Selection Guide to Chemical Protective Clothing. 6th Edition, Wiley Ed.
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