Emergency Refuge Chamber · SHELT’AIR Range

Emergency Refuge Chamber for Mines

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SHELT’AIR Mining emergency refuge chambers protect operators working in underground mines when immediate evacuation is no longer possible. In the event of fire, smoke, toxic gas release, explosion, or a major incident, they provide a secure, pressurized, and self-contained space where teams can await rescue in optimal safety conditions.

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Technical Specifications

The Robustness of Mining, the Reliability of SHELT’AIR

Underground mining operations expose teams to permanent risks: fires, smoke, carbon monoxide (CO) and carbon dioxide (CO₂) releases, oxygen deficiency, ground instability, and difficulties evacuating.
When an incident occurs, having an emergency refuge chamber provides a protected environment where operators can breathe safe air and await the intervention of rescue teams.

  • Immediate Protection
    Rapid protection through intuitive activation designed to operate effectively even under the stress of an emergency situation.
  • Up to 72 Hours of Autonomy
    A pressurized environment with breathable air management, air renewal, oxygen supply, and CO and CO₂ purification.
  • Fully Configurable
    Each refuge chamber is sized according to the number of occupants, required autonomy, and the specific constraints of your mine.
  • Designed for Mining Environments
    A robust structure adapted to the demanding conditions of mining operations and on-site relocation.

Integrated Technologies

Sub’Roca Technologies

SHELT’AIR Mining emergency refuge chambers integrate technologies developed to ensure operator protection in emergency situations in underground environments.
Real-time atmospheric monitoring, intelligent pressurization management, backup power supply, and automatic gas purification: each system contributes to maintaining a safe, breathable, and operational environment throughout the refuge’s use.
Designed to operate reliably in the demanding conditions of mining operations, these technologies also simplify operation, reduce maintenance requirements, and assist teams during critical situations.

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AirGuardian® (1)

Real-time monitoring of CO, CO₂, O₂, pressure, and temperature, with automatic operator assistance.

VoltGuard® (2)

Backup power supply with maintenance-free batteries and automatic switchover in the event of a power outage.

Scrub’Tech® (3)

Automatic purification of carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide to maintain breathable air.

Available Configurations

4 Sizes for All Your Teams

The SHELT’AIR Mining is available in four configurations to adapt to different underground environments and the number of people to be protected. The custom configuration allows dimensions beyond the standard sizes.

Narrow


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Width

Height

4-32 people

Medium


Length

Width

Height

4-32 people

Wide

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Length

Width

Height

4-32 people

Custom


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Height

UNLIMITED, according to your requirements

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