ATEX MARK CERTIFICATION
KSP SOLUTIONS & ASSESSMENT PVT.LTD. is leading provider of ATEX certification consultancy by their highly experienced and technical competent team as per the product specifications & requirement.
ATEX is the European Regulatory Framework for Manufacture, Installation, and Use of Equipment in Explosive Atmospheres. The ATEX framework consists of two directives.
Organizations in the EU must follow directives to help protect employees from explosion risk in areas with an explosive atmosphere.
There are two ATEX Directives (one for the manufacturer and one for the user of the equipment):
- ATEX Directive 2014/34EU – equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres
- ATEX Workplace Directive 1999/92/EC – minimum requirements for improving the safety and health protection of workers potentially at risk from explosive atmospheres
The Directive 2014/34/EU became effective on April 20, 2016 and it affects manufacturers for the following:
- The Directive 2014/34/EU is mandatory for manufacturers as of April 20, 2016, as is stated in Article 44 of the directive for any new or revised certifications.
- The Directive requires risk analysis to be provided to the Notified Body (UL) by the manufacturer for all EU Type Examination certificates and Certificates of Conformity.
- Manufacturers must refer to the directive 2014/34/EU in their EU Declaration of Conformity.
- Importers (into EEA) should note a wide range of requirements (incl. marking) that are applicable.
The ATEX Directives are mandatory by law for both electrical and non-electrical equipment, marketed or sold into the EU, that may be used in potentially hazardous environments.
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ATEX Mark EU (European) Directive Testing
KSP SOLUTIONS & ASSESSMENT PVT.LTD. Labs has vast experience in European product compliance evaluation and testing to the applicable EN standards under the EU Directives. Products must adhere to the appropriate EU Directives in order for CE compliance and to be sold on the European market.
KSP SOLUTIONS & ASSESSMENT PVT.LTD. offer a number of EU Directive evaluation and testing services to ensure your product meets the legal requirements for European certification and compliance.
Labs provides expert evaluation, testing, and (where required) Notified Body services for the following EU Directives:
- Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres (ATEX): Directive 2014/34/EU
SOME PRODUCTS EXAMPLE FOR ATEX MARK TESTING & CERTIFICATION:
- Computer controlled mass flow gas mixing for fast, accurate testing.
- Explosion testing (i.e. Ex d Reference Pressure)
- Flame transmission
- Intrinsic Safety Spark Testing
- Overpressure to 300 Bar
- Mechanical and PCB physical measurement
- Component ignition testing
- Battery testing
- Ex e battery box testing
- Humidity, thermal conditioning & cycling
- Impact Testing to 20J
- Thermal shock Testing
- Torque tests & Pull tests
- Drop tests
- Temperature measurement (contact, IR and thermal camera)
- Purge testing (i.e. Ex p, TVR, EN60079-13)
- High voltage electrical testing (to 20KV)
- Capacitance and inductance measurement (materials, components etc.)
- Restricted Breathing testing (Ex nR)
- Enclosed Break and Sealing tests (Ex nC)
- Mechanical Product
- Automatic lubrication systems
- Computers used in Explosive Atmosphere is possible
- Complex earthing clamps with and without cord
- Electrical motors
- Electrical pump with integrated electrical motor
- Electrical fan with integrated electrical motor
- Heating cables
- Mechanical brakes
- Mechanical gears
- Phones and similar equipment e.g. walkie-talkies, head phones etc.
- Plugs and socket outlets
- Rotary valve
- Switches for fixed electrical installations
- Torch
- Extension cord with plug
- Cable reel
- Flame arresters
- Vent panels (for explosion pressure relief)
- Cable Glands
- Ex components
- Spark arrester
- Empty Enclosure
EU Directive Testing
EU Directive Testing involves evaluating and testing products to ensure they comply with the specific EN standards required by the European Union Directives. This process is crucial for obtaining the ATEX mark, allowing products to be sold on the European market.
KSP SOLUTIONS & ASSESSMENT PVT.LTD. Labs provides testing and evaluation for a range of EU Directives, ATEX Directive for explosive atmospheres.
KSP SOLUTIONS & ASSESSMENT PVT.LTD. Labs offers expert evaluation, testing services to ensure products meet the legal requirements for European certification and compliance. They assist clients in navigating the complex process of obtaining ATEX certification.
A wide range of products, including radio and telecommunications equipment, electrical devices, machinery, medical devices, and products intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, require EU Directive Testing to ensure they meet specific regulatory standards for safety and performance.
KSP SOLUTIONS & ASSESSMENT PVT.LTD. Labs provides Notified Body services for certain directives where such services are required. A Notified Body is an organization designated by an EU country to assess the conformity of certain products before being placed on the market.
ATEX CERTIFICATION AND MARKING
The name ‘ATEX’ is short for “Atmospheres Explosibles”. It is a strict set of regulations that applies to products intended for use in any hazardous working environments. Products are categorised according to the level of hazard that exists in the zone they will be used.
ATEX marking
ATEX certified products display a mark that identifies the environment for which they have been approved. The meaning of the marks is as follows:
| Heading | Mark | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Explosion-proof | In accordance with the ATEX directive | |
| Equipment Group | I | For use in underground mines |
| II | For use in all other places | |
| Category | 1 | Equipment that is intended for use in areas where an explosive atmosphere is present continuously, for long periods or frequently |
| 2 | Equipment that is intended for use in areas where an explosive atmosphere is likely to occur in normal operation and must ensure a high level of protection. | |
| 3 | Equipment that is intended for use in areas where an explosive atmosphere is unlikely to occur in normal operation and must ensure a normal level of protection. | |
| Gas / Dust | G | Equipment certified for use in flammable gases |
| D | Equipment certified for use where dust is present in the atmosphere | |
| Type of Protection | d | Flameproof |
| la | Intrinsically Safe | |
| e | Increased safety | |
| Gas Group | I | Mines |
| II | Surface above ground industries | |
| Gas Sub-Group | A | Less easily ignited gases e.g. propane |
| B | Easily ignited gases e.g. ethylene | |
| C | Most easily ignited e.g. hydrogen or acetylene | |
| Temperature Classification | T1 | 450ºC |
| T2 | 300ºC | |
| T3 | 200ºC | |
| T4 | 135ºC | |
| T5 | 100ºC | |
| T6 | 85ºC |
European Directive: The CE mark shows that the equipment has been assessed by the manufacturer and deemed to meet EU safety, health, and environmental protection requirements. This mark includes the Notified Body Number. (The notified body is an organization designated to asses the conformity of products before they are placed on the market in the EU.)
Explosion Protection: The specific ATEX symbol for explosion protection.
Equipment Group: Distinguishes between equipment for use in mines and equipment used in all other areas (sometimes referred to as above-ground industries).
- Group I is for equipment used in mines
- Group II is for equipment used in all other areas
Equipment Category: Directly relates to the hazardous location Zone in which the equipment is intended to be used. A lower Equipment Category number indicates that a higher level of ignition protection is required.
- Categories M1 and M2 are for equipment used in mines
- Category 1 is for equipment intended for use in Zones 0 (gas) or 20 (dust)
- Category 2 is for equipment intended for use in Zones 1 (gas) or 21 (dust)
- Category 3 is for equipment intended for use in Zones 2 (gas) or 22 (dust)
Recall that in the IEC 60079 system of classifying hazardous locations, Zones 0 (gases, vapors, mist) and 20 (dust) are defined as areas where a potentially explosive atmosphere may occur continuously or for long periods of time. Zones 1 and 21 are defined as areas where a potentially explosive atmosphere is likely to exist under normal operating conditions or frequently due to repair, maintenance, or leakage. Zones 2 and 22 are defined as areas where a potentially explosive atmosphere is not likely to occur under normal operating conditions.
Environment: Indicates whether the environment contains hazardous gases, mist, or vapors, or, separately, dust.
- G – gases, vapors, or mist
- D – dust or flyings
The combination of ATEX Equipment Category and Environment correlates to the IECEx Equipment Protection Level (see below).
The first five sections of the marking, from the CE Mark to the Environment classification, are only required for ATEX marking. Taken together, these sections are sometimes referred to as the ATEX prefix.
Explosion Protection: The Explosion Protection indicator used by both ATEX and IECEx.
Protection Type: One or two lowercase letters that indicate the method used to prevent ignition in a hazardous environment. Sometimes referred to as the Protection Principle or Protection Concept.
Examples of Protection Types for gases, vapor, and mist, along with the corresponding hazardous location Zones.
Group: Equipment is divided into three groups. Sometimes referred to as Gas and Dust Sub-group or Atmosphere Group.
- Group I is for mining (methane gas and coal dust)
- Group II is for gases, vapors, or mist in above-ground industries and includes three sub-groups:
- Group IIA is for gases such as propane
- Group IIB is for gases such as ethylene
- Group IIC is for gases such as hydrogen/acetylene
- Group III is for dust or flyings in above-ground industries and includes three sub-groups:
- Group IIIA is for flyings
- Group IIIB is for non-conductive dust
- Group IIIC is for conductive dust
Temperature Classification: Defines the maximum surface temperature that the equipment may reach. For dust explosion proof equipment (bottom example), the maximum surface temperature is stated directly, rather than with a temperature classification code.
Equipment Protection Level (EPL): Only required for IECEx marking. The Equipment Protection Level consists of an uppercase letter G (gas) or D (dust), along with a lowercase letter that indicates the hazardous location Zone in which the equipment is intended to be used.
In the ATEX marking system, the Equipment Category (plus Environment, G or D) is directly related to the hazardous location Zone in which the product is intended to be used. In the IECEx system, the Equipment Protection Level relates directly to the intended Zone of use.
Certification process services include:
- Ordinary Location/Safe Area Requirements – the CE mark is a self-declaration marking indicating that equipment conforms to applicable directives which vary depending on the product type. KSP SOLUTIONS & ASSESSMENT PVT.LTD. can assist in preparing a technical file to demonstrate compliance and declaration of conformity.
- Ex Marking Certification – products sold in the EU must be marked with the Distinctive Community Mark (Ex in a hexagon) and the CE marking in accordance with the directive. We can help you identify applicable requirements and assemble a technical file.
• Unit Verification – the Unit Verification Service provides certification for customized equipment that is intended to be used in a potentially explosive atmosphere and for installation in the EU. - Quality Audits – the directive requires a quality assurance process and procedure to be in place to help ensure continued compliance of Ex Certified products. UL has auditors around the world that can
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