Explosive (Ex) rated equipment is currently very much to the fore in various industries. Whether it be pharmaceutical, chemical, petrochemical, fuel, wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) or the food and grain sectors, there is a strong likelihood that some equipment in any given facility will have to be Ex/ATEX rated. When electrical equipment is installed in hazardous areas where dangerous concentrations and quantities of flammable gases, vapours, mists or dusts may be present in the atmosphere, protective measures are to be applied. These measures reduce the likelihood of explosion due to ignition by arcs, sparks or hot surfaces produced either in normal operation, or under specified fault conditions. This is an extremely detailed and specialised field.

DSEAR Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmosphere Regulation 2002 – Requires employers to assess and eliminate or reduce risks from dangerous substances.

We have fully trained complex / atex electricians to IEC Standards 60079: Parts 14 & 17 and are competent in performing the following;

• Set up a schedule or register for all Ex equipment on-site.
• Provide inspection record sheets for all Ex equipment.
• Compile spreadsheets for inspection complete dates, validity period & test due dates.
• Carry out detailed initial inspections for newly installed devices.
• Carry out periodic visual, close, and detailed preventive maintenance inspections on all Ex equipment present.
• Maintain or rectify any defects that may occur.
• Floor resistance testing of anti-static floors.
• Bonding Earth verification & resistance testing in Ex areas.
• Provide all necessary paperwork to satisfy auditors’ requirements.

We can provide service contracts for Inspection & Maintenance of Electrical Equipment in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres which can facilitate your company’s needs & requirements to ensure the safe and smooth running of operations.