When a Battery Turns into a Rocket – and Why You Shouldn’t Try It Yourself
When a Battery Turns into a Rocket – and Why You Shouldn’t Try It Yourself A Regular Day at the ADOTT LabDeveloping an Ex battery isn’t about excitement — at least not the kind that involves a cell heating past 300 °C and shooting across the chamber like a miniature
Read MoreFrom Design Challenge to ATEX-Certified Innovation: The VX-100 Journey
From Design Challenge to ATEX-Certified Innovation: The VX-100 Journey Turning an ambitious idea into an ATEX-certified, intrinsically safe device is never straightforward. The VX-100 project began with a simple challenge: can we create a robust, user-friendly industrial controller for Zone 1—one that sets a new benchmark in hazardous area automation?The
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Why the First Ex-Zone, Large-Display Controller with Hot-Swappable battery is a Game Changer
Why the First Ex-Zone, Large-Display Controller with Hot-Swappable battery is a Game Changer Industrial automation is changing rapidly, but hazardous areas have long struggled to adopt cutting-edge digital solutions. When Vision Remote and ADOTT Solutions set out to create a tablet-style controller for Zone 1, they faced a significant obstacle:How
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Complexity of IEC 60079 Standards Universe – A Comprehensive Overview
IEC 60079 Standards Universe: What It Covers and How to Navigate It If IEC 60079 feels like a maze, you’re not alone. This guide maps the standard family so you can quickly identify which parts apply to your Ex product, what to prioritize, and where teams typically lose time during
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Straight from the Source: Q&A with our in-house IEC Delegate About the Evolving Standards
Straight from the Source: Q&A with our in-house IEC Delegate About the Evolving Standards The world of technology is constantly evolving, and with it, the standards that shape its development. To stay ahead of the curve, we need to understand the latest trends and innovations. That's why we're excited to
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Differences Between ATEX and IECEx Certification
Differences Between ATEX and IECEx Certification Navigating the regulatory landscape of equipment designed for use in potentially explosive atmospheres requires a keen understanding of certifications like ATEX and IECEx. These standards, integral to ensuring safety and market compliance, dictate stringent requirements for product designers and manufacturers worldwide. Whether you're familiar
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Navigating Certification Process of Ex Product – Challenges of CoC Part2 – QAR/QAN
Navigating Certification Process of Ex Product – Challenges of CoC Part2 – QAR/QAN In our previous blog post, we introduced the fundamental concepts of IECEx certifications, particularly focusing on the Certificate of Conformity (CoC). We explored the importance of product testing (ExTR) and the role of manufacturers in ensuring product
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IEC 60079-11:2023 Compliance Checklist
IEC 60079-11:2023 Compliance Checklist Navigating the complexities of IEC 60079-11:2023 can be daunting, especially with the recent updates in Edition 7. A well-structured checklist is a valuable tool to ensure compliance and streamline the certification process. This blog post will guide you through the importance of checklists, common pitfalls, and
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Navigating Certification Process of Ex Product – Challenges of Certificate of Conformity (CoC) Part1
Navigating Certification Process of Ex Product – Challenges of Certificate of Conformity (CoC) Part1 Obtaining certification for Ex products is a crucial step for manufacturers seeking to enter potentially explosive atmospheres. However, navigating the complex certification landscape can be daunting, especially when it comes to obtaining the Certificate of Conformity
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Safety First: Design Lessons from an Exploding Battery
Safety First: Design Lessons from an Exploding Battery Imagine a seemingly harmless device harboring a fiery secret within its tiny battery. That's the potential consequence for designers who overlook safety, especially when products end up in explosive environments like oil tankers. This blog post dives deep into a cargo ship
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