ATEX Compliance
Some of our customers operate in hazardous environments where explosive atmospheres may be present (for example, facilities handling flammable gases, vapors, or dust). In such environments, equipment must comply with the ATEX Directive (European Union standards for equipment intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres).
What ATEX Means
The ATEX Directive (2014/34/EU) defines requirements to ensure that electrical and mechanical equipment used in explosive atmospheres will not become an ignition source. Compliance is mandatory for equipment used in these environments within the European Economic Area (EEA).
By using ATEX-certified solutions, manufacturers can safely collect and transmit shop-floor data without compromising plant safety.
Our Approach
Our data collection devices are based on programmable logic controllers (PLCs), repurposed exclusively for data capture and wireless communication over Wi-Fi. To achieve ATEX compliance, we integrate our system into fully certified ATEX enclosures.
ATEX enclosure: The enclosure itself is certified to the appropriate ATEX category and zone classification.
Component integration: All device components, including the PLC and wireless modules, are mounted securely within the enclosure.
Ingress protection: Enclosures are sealed to prevent the ingress of dust or gas, ensuring safe operation in hazardous areas.
No modification of enclosure integrity: We ensure that cable glands, connectors, and mounting methods preserve the original ATEX certification of the enclosure.
This approach allows customers to benefit from our data collection devices in hazardous environments without additional certification processes.
What Customers Need to Know
Certification: The ATEX certification applies to the enclosure and assembly as supplied by us.
Installation: Devices must be installed according to the enclosure manufacturer’s guidelines and in compliance with ATEX zoning requirements.
Operation: The unit is designed for data collection only. It does not control actuators, motors, or other equipment that could generate ignition sources.
Maintenance: Any opening of the enclosure (for service or inspection) must be performed by qualified personnel in a safe environment and in accordance with ATEX regulations.
Summary
By housing our devices in ATEX-compliant enclosures, we provide a reliable solution for safe data collection in explosive atmospheres. This enables manufacturers to gain valuable insights from shop-floor operations while meeting strict safety and regulatory standards.
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