ATEX ATEX generally refers to the hazard of explosive atmospheres occurring in the workplace due to the presence of flammable gasses or combustible dust mixed in air, which can give rise to the risk of explosion. From an electrical perspective it is well known that equipment such as light fittings, switches, motors or virtually any type of electrical apparatus may cause sparking or could ...
From 1 November 2007, Part 8 of the General Application Regulations 2007 re-transposes the (ATEX) Directive 1999/92/EC1 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 1999 on minimum requirements for improving the safety and health protection of workers potentially at risk from explosive atmospheres and the risks from fire and explosion arising from flammable substances stored or ...
The EU ATEX Directive 1999/92/EC (ATEX 137) regarding the minimum requirements to protect the health and safety of workers potentially at risk from explosive atmospheres came into European law in ...
Elesa components ensure your regulations are compliant where explosive atmospheres are a risk. Safety regulations play a crucial role in equipment selection in industries where explosive atmospheres ...
WAGO’s PFC200 Series of performance-class PLC’s is now ATEX certified for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. The PFC200 offers advanced compact, computing power in an easy to use environment ...
Level and proximity sensors for suitable use in potentially explosive atmospheres, have been added by Carlo Gavazzi. The EX magnetic sensor series meets the stringent requirements of the ATEX ...
Motovario new range of Atex motors , which are for use in potentially explosive atmospheres of gas, vapours and combustible dust, are manufactured in compliance with the European standards EN 50014, ...