Demystifying IECEx and ATEX Marking String: Key Differences and What They Mean
Demystifying IECEx and ATEX Marking String: Key Differences and What They Mean IECEx and ATEX marking again? Why are you writing about this topic? I am easily able to find multiple similar-themed articles or blog posts, which ones already detail the information… Yes, you are right! So, if you are
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Understanding IEC 60079-11:2023: Major Changes in Cells, Batteries and Tests
Understanding IEC 60079-11:2023: Major Changes in Cells, Batteries and Tests Ready for another dive into the IEC 60079-11:2023 standard? It's been a year since the introduction of the "new" IECEx intrinsic safety “i” standard! 🎉. In this final blog post of our series about Edition 7, we'll focus on cells
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Intrinsic Safety: Enhancing Power Output for Hazardous Environments
Intrinsic Safety: Enhancing Power Output for Hazardous Environments Introduction Intrinsic safety is a crucial technique used to ensure safety in hazardous environments where the presence of flammable gases poses a constant threat. It allows for the use of electrical equipment in areas classified as Zone 0 or 20, where hazards
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Understanding IEC 60079-11:2023: Major Changes in Enclosures, Connections, and Encapsulation Chapters
Understanding IEC 60079-11:2023: Major Changes in Enclosures, Connections, and Encapsulation Chapters Before we delve into the specifics, let's explore the purpose of this blog series. What led us to create a blog series introducing the new IEC 60079-11:2023 standard requirements? The answer is simple: our aim is to provide you
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How to Limit The Current and Voltage in Intrinsically Safe (IS) Hardware Design?
How to Limit The Current and Voltage in Intrinsically Safe (IS) Hardware Design? Intrinsically safe (IS) hardware design stands at the forefront of ensuring safety in hazardous environments. The fundamental concept behind intrinsic safety is to meticulously control voltage and current, preventing any possibility of sparks with the potential to
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How to Obtain IECEx and ATEX Certificate: A Comprehensive Guide
How to Obtain IECEx and ATEX Certificate: A Comprehensive Guide Are you seeking IECEx or ATEX certification for your product or manufacturing process? The process might seem complex, but with the right knowledge, you can navigate it effectively. In this guide, we'll delve into the nuances of IECEx and ATEX
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How to Prevent Hazards in HAZARDOUS Locations?
INTRINSIC SAFETY / ATEX / EX At some workplaces explosive gases, vapors or dust/fibers may be present in the atmosphere (collectively refereed to as Explosive Atmospheres). Typical examples would be in the oil and gas industry, mines, chemical and pharmaceutical industry, mills, etc. Combustion is a high-temperature exothermic redox chemical
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