To comply with ATEX/IECEx regulations, all equipment and protective systems that are used in hazardous areas must be marked legibly and indelibly with a specific set of letters/numbers.

Which ATEX equipment is required in each ATEX Zone? Read our comprehensive overview, detailing all ATEX zones, groups, and categories.

What ATEX is. ATEX is the name commonly given to the 2 European Directives for controlling explosive atmospheres: Directive 99/92/EC (also known as 'ATEX 137' or the 'ATEX Workplace...

What does the ATEX marking indicate? The ATEX marking on equipment confirms that it meets the safety requirements for use in specific hazardous zones. For example, a marking of II 2 D indicates the equipment is suitable for Dust (D) environments in Zone 21 (Category 2).

Immediately to the right of the “hexagon” symbol on a product label are the ATEX group code(s). There are two groups, I and II. Group I is divided into two categories: M1 (the equipment will be in an energized state when the atmosphere is present) and M2 (it will be de-energized when the atmosphere is present).

Understand ATEX markings and their role in explosion-safe equipment. Learn about CE marking, Ex markings, protection methods, and global standards.

Understanding USA Equivalent Classifications to ATEX 94/9/EC Designations. This blog post is intended as a starting point to educate readers about ATEX standards, but should not replace full research of the precise ATEX requirements. What is ATEX?

Everything about the ATEX regulatory marking and logo for electrical and mechanical equipment protected against explosions, verified and certified.

A comprehensive guide to what the ATEX/IECEx markings mean, specifically in relation to LCM Systems' for both gas and dust categories. Read More!

Nov 6, 2023 · — The ATEX symbol. This symbol indicates certification for use in an explosive atmosphere. The symbols that follow it provide the details of that certified use.