Vestil Manufacturing VENT-H Horizontal Drum Vent Fm Approved

Product Description

The VESTIL MANUFACTURING VENT-H is a horizontal drum vent engineered for use with drums stored in the horizontal position. Built from non-sparking brass, it fits standard 2-inch drum plug openings and serves flammable and petroleum-based liquid storage applications. The VENT-H delivers automatic pressure relief and manual vacuum relief in a single assembly, reducing the need for separate components. An integral flash arrestor is built into the body to help prevent vapor-ignited fire from propagating inside the drum. FM Approved construction confirms the unit meets recognized fire protection standards. Typical installers include safety personnel, maintenance technicians, and industrial facility operators managing drum storage systems.

The VENT-H is intended for drums stored horizontally that contain petroleum-based liquids. It is commonly installed in industrial storage rooms, flammable liquid storage cabinets, and warehouse drum rack systems where horizontal drum orientation is required. The FM Approval makes it suitable for facilities where fire codes or insurance requirements mandate listed components. The brass construction and integral flash arrestor address both pressure management and ignition prevention in a single compact fitting sized for standard 2-inch drum plug openings.

Key Features

• FM Approved for use in regulated flammable liquid storage environments
• Fits standard 2-inch drum plug openings for broad drum compatibility
• Automatic pressure relief reduces risk of drum over-pressurization
• Manual vacuum relief prevents drum collapse during dispensing
• Integral flash arrestor helps stop vapor-ignited fire from entering the drum interior
• Non-sparking brass construction suited for use near flammable and combustible liquids
• Approximate melting temperature of 190 degrees F provides a fusible safety characteristic

Compatibility

Designed for use with drums stored in the horizontal position containing petroleum-based liquids and fitted with standard 2-inch drum plug openings.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified maintenance technician or safety professional familiar with flammable liquid storage regulations. Before installing or servicing the vent, ensure the drum is depressurized and removed from any ignition sources. Thread the vent into the standard 2-inch drum plug opening using appropriate non-sparking tools, taking care not to cross-thread the fitting. Follow applicable NFPA, OSHA flammable storage, and local fire code requirements when configuring drum storage systems.