Lee Po-Yi: Three Pillars of Explosion-Proof Safety — Aligning Taiwan with International Standards
Lee Po-Yi: Three Pillars of Explosion-Proof Safety
— Aligning Taiwan with International Standards
Source: Economic Daily News — reporting by Weng Yung-Chuan
Link: https://money.udn.com/money/story/5950/8557418
Hidden explosion risks exist in countless industrial environments. Following the post-holiday explosion and fire at Far Eastern Fiber and the gas explosion incident at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Department Store—both causing loss of life and property—public concern has risen once again.
According to Lee Po-Yi, Business Manager of SANCS (Sanctity) Industrial, Taiwan’s largest explosion-proof equipment manufacturer, “Every explosion accident heightens public anxiety, yet the sense of crisis fades quickly.”
To prevent tragic incidents from repeating, he emphasizes that clear and rigorous standards are needed for explosion-proof installation and engineering inspections so the market can follow a unified benchmark.
Lee Po-Yi, Business Manager of SANCS (Sanctity) Industrial
Many industrial production lines carry explosion hazards—semiconductors, petrochemicals, chemicals, textiles, and even food processing. Due to the frequent occurrence of incidents, explosion-proof safety has gained increasing attention.
Lee explains that internationally recognized explosion-proof compliance relies on three key pillars:
Using explosion-proof products with reputable, accredited certification
Adopting correct and complete explosion-proof installation methods
Implementing strict and routine explosion-proof inspection systems
He notes that although Taiwan’s regulations have gradually aligned with international standards, interpretation and enforcement still vary among different authorities, leaving many end-users confused.
For example, major semiconductor manufacturers have extremely high safety requirements, yet still face many challenges during execution. Lee stresses that a standardized certification and audit system for explosion-proof technicians and engineering inspections is urgently needed.
With more than 40 years of expertise in explosion-proof technologies, SANCS has built a solid foundation. The company represents a wide range of domestic and international equipment and maintains close technical collaboration with global partners, making it Taiwan’s largest and most trusted explosion-proof platform.
Beyond product services, SANCS continues to strengthen its capabilities, attracting more suppliers both locally and abroad. The company has also partnered with international explosion-proof certification and engineering audit organizations. This year, SANCS will introduce a new Zone 1 explosion-proof tablet, providing a critical device previously missing from hazardous-area AI digitalization efforts.
SANCS also actively engages with customers through exhibitions and technical seminars. This year, the company will participate in the Smart Manufacturing Expo (April), Disaster Prevention & Fire Safety Expo (May), Kaohsiung Automation Expo (May), and the Security Expo (October).
However, Lee observes a steady decline in exhibition effectiveness—“The red ‘Deal Closed’ slips once seen in exhibition booths are now rarely found.”
To adapt, SANCS plans to strengthen online presence and adopt new marketing strategies moving forward.