Explosion safety
Don’t wait for the ignition
Eliminating fatalities, preventing damage and reducing damage costs are all essential to any good manufacturing company.
Explosion protection is a key method to making all of this possible, and one of the key areas involved in those measures is ensuring that all equipment is configured correctly.
There are a few different ways to ensure the safety of equipment in potentially explosive work areas, one of which is through ATEX certifications or IECEx certifications.
What is ATEX certification?
Devices and equipment used in explosive atmospheres are extensively regulated by an ATEX classification. They receive their certification through rigorous testing that determines whether they are suitable for safe use within the European Union.
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ATEX zones contain classifications for environments where flammable gases or dust are constantly, intermittently or infrequently present in the air.
Under ATEX, two other guidelines dictate what is and is not permitted in atmospheres that could be explosive. These relate to the manufacture of equipment (2014/34/EU or ATEX 114) and the protection of workers exposed to explosive atmospheres (1999/92/EC or ATEX 153).
PA Solutions can guide you in classifying the ATEX zones and help you choose the right equipment.
What is IECEx-certification?
IECEx certifications are another comprehensive method to ensure safe equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres.
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When a product is classified as IECEx compliant, it is certified by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) for Explosive Atmospheres.
The IEC regulations are considered the international standard for electrical technology, making an IECEx rating a high level of performance worldwide.
What Can Orise Do for You?
It is essential for any company operating in potentially explosive atmospheres to guarantee the safety of its people.
- From processing plants and food manufacturers to pharmaceutical factories and oil refineries, explosions can happen anywhere.
At Orise, our team of expert engineers is specially certified to help production companies maintain full compliance with explosion safety regulations.
- Contact us today for a comprehensive review of your current setup, expert recommendations, and more. Together, we’ll ensure your team stays safe.