The phrase “ATEX certification” is often used in engine starting, but what exactly does it mean? If you operate an offshore platform or underground mine – or if you supply products to companies that do – ATEX certification means safety. The directive 2014/34/EU, which is a revision of the current 94/9/EC directive, was published in the official journal of the European Union dated March 29 th 2014. Since that date, complementary information on its application has been issued: here is an update on the information available at this date The name ‘ATEX’ is short for “Atmospheres Explosives”. It is a strict set of regulations that applies to products intended for use in any hazardous working environment. Products are categorized according to the level of hazard that exists in the zone they will be used. Main changes § The EC declaration of conformity becomes an EU declaration of conformity. § The EC type-examination certificate becomes an EU type-examination certificate. § Imp...
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