IEC 60079-17 Inspection ChecklistFree Download & Field Workflow (2025) TL;DR IEC 60079-17 is the rule-book for keeping Ex equipment safe long after commissioning.Download our 36-point checklist in PDF, you can use it together with EXREG or as part of your … Read More
EX Inspections – Types, Checklist & Frequency Guide (2025)
EX Inspections Explained Legal Duties, Methods & Common Pitfalls (2025) TL;DR EX inspections verify that every junction box, light or motor installed in Zones 0-2 / 20-22 still meets its ATEX / IECEx protection rating. Initial → periodic → sample … Read More
Ex d vs Ex e vs Ex i – ATEX Protection Concepts Explained (2025)
Ex d, Ex e, Ex i, Ex n… Protection Concepts Explained (2025) TL;DR Every ATEX / IECEx marking starts with an “Ex” plus a letter: d, e, i, p, n…. Those letters tell you how the equipment prevents ignition. Flameproof … Read More
ATEX vs IECEx – Key Differences, Certificates & Market Strategy
ATEX is a mandatory EU certification system, while IECEx is a voluntary global scheme; both use the same IEC 60079 standards but differ in legal status, marking and market reach. … Read More
Why ATEX Matters: Safety, Legal & ROI Explained
Non-compliance with ATEX isn’t just a paperwork issue—it means higher explosion risk, potential shutdowns, and fines that can exceed the cost of the equipment itself. Meeting ATEX standards safeguards personnel, keeps insurers satisfied and proves due-diligence to regulators, customers and offshore auditors alike. … Read More
What Are EX Zones? Zone 0–2 and 20–22 Explained (ATEX / IECEx)
What Are EX Zones? The Engineer’s Map of Explosion Risk (2025) TL;DR EX zones are the shorthand labels that tell you how often an explosive gas or dust cloud can exist in a location. Zone 0/20 = continuous hazard, Zone … Read More
What Is ATEX? 2014/34/EU & 1999/92/EC Explained
ATEX is the European Union’s directive for equipment and protective systems used in explosive atmospheres. It defines zone classifications, conformity routes and CE-marking requirements that every manufacturer and operator must follow before installing or using electrical or mechanical devices in hazardous areas. … Read More
