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
