9 November 2020
ATEX originates from the French term ATmosphère EXplosives and is used as a term for two European directives in the field of explosion hazards under atmospheric conditions. When an area is classified according to ATEX it means that there is a risk of ignition between flammable gas, dust, powder, or evaporation gases of liquids and the air where explosions can occur.
ATEX fans are fans that are used in areas where there is a risk of explosion. All ATEX fans of Slingerland Techniek are executed according to the latest ATEX guidelines. This means that our fans are equipped with an ATEX motor, non-sparking version, shaft seal, ATEX certification including ATEX plate. Be sure to have a look at our product range!
From the summer of 2003, all organizations in the EU where there is a risk of explosion must be subject to Directive 2014/34/EU and Directive 1999/92/EU. Commonly known as ATEX 114 and ATEX 153. This particularly affects manufacturers of explosion sensitive equipment and protective systems.
ATEX 114 is used for the manufacture of installations and products and ATEX 153 is applied to the environment, procedures and instructions of employees. These guidelines must guarantee the safety and health of employees in areas with a risk of explosion.
Before measures can be taken to avoid ignition sources, the hazardous areas must be divided into zones according to the duration and frequency of the substances or gases. Zones 0, 1 and 2 refer to the hazardous gases present in an area. Zones 20, 21 and 22 in turn relate to the harmful substances present.
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