Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Explosive Atmospheres",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Hydrogen monitors are intrinsically safe from
Quantitech, which we summarised at the time by saying "The Hy-Alerta 1600 hydrogen area monitor and Hy-Optima 1700 hydrogen process monitor are now available for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release IR camera ensures safety in explosive environments from
Hawk IR International: "Ex-CAM AF infra-red cameras can scan wide areas for autoignition temperatures to help pro-actively prevent explosive dust ignition".
In January 2008, we covered the news from Robson and Co (Conveyors)
- take a look at Training enhances ATEX compliance
which says: "Key staff at handling technology specialist Geo Robson have completed training to ensure compliance with ATEX 137".
Take a look also at the news release from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation), Safety first for temperature transmitters,
as well as Motor installations cover all ATEX requirements from Deritend Group,
and Consortium conceives rugged encoder from Zettlex Printed Technologies.
See also:
Seal upgrades meet ATEX requirements
(September 2007)
Meco has adapted two of its seal designs to comply with ATEX, which considers packing glands unsuitable for service in potentially explosive atmospheres
Corrosion detectors receive explosive approval
(September 2007)
CorrTran MV can now be used in explosive atmospheres to help users determine the effectiveness of their corrosion inhibitors
Electrical lock suits hazardous environments
(September 2007)
The Shotbolt GSCE 037 provides electrical locking within hazardous areas and environments in which explosive atmospheres may exist
Meter design cuts gas costs
(August 2007)
Cambridge Consultants' meter design substantially lowers the cost of construction and incorporates features to simplify the back-office procedures associated with managing accounts
Deadline approaches for pollution directive
(July 2007)
BHR group's 19th International Conference on Fluid Sealing will provide a forum for exchanging information on the latest products, techniques and systems
Explosion-proof products to follow EU regulations
(May 2007)
Lifting Solutions is launching explosion-proof products
Centre educates infra-red users
(May 2007)
Hawk IR International has launched its Infra-red Safety Centre (ISC) devoted to the training and certification of infra-red thermographers operating within explosive atmospheres
IECEx certification body achieves accreditation
(April 2007)
IECEx Certification Body accreditation allows Sira to operate within the IECEx Certified Equipment Programme
Sustainability award given to explosion preventer
(April 2007)
Explosion prevention expert Epsilon has won a Queen's Award for Enterprise in the Sustainable Development category today for continuously achieving the highest standards in business
Infra-red cameras for explosive atmospheres
(April 2007)
The Ex-CAM AF Series of fixed-mount infra-red camera systems is designed specifically for use in explosive atmospheres
Tool post and product guide offered
(March 2007)
A new poster clearly shows where Fluke's Ex test tools can be used in hazardous environments
Actuator relieves operator stress
(February 2007)
Valve-control specialist Netherlocks has developed a device to facilitate the manual operation of problematic valves
Valves reduce stroke volume
(February 2007)
Asco/Joucomatic Numatics valves feature a patented piston design that enables significantly faster opening and closing times, quieter operation and lower operating costs
Heaters carry Atex approval
(February 2007)
Tyco Thermal Controls' Atex-approved models open the way for electric heaters to be safely employed in hazardous areas, including offshore oil and gas platforms
IR thermography makes DSEAR evaluations easy
(February 2007)
Ex|CAM IR cameras immediately indicate potential problem areas in explosive atmospheres, such as bearings, pumps, motors and electrical equipment
Process viscometers suit hazardous atmospheres
(February 2007)
Extended certification allows XL7 viscometers to be used in applications such as the measurement of coal/oil slurries, where finely divided coal dust presents a significant combustion hazard
Pressure data logger offers conveneience
(February 2007)
Ad hoc applications for pressure testing new products or production machinery do not always require an elaborate data acquisition system with many input channels permanently connected to a PC
Flameproof gland gains IECEx certification
(December 2006)
Kopex International is the first manufacturer of electrical conduit to gain IECEx certification for one of its products
Portable gas analysers suit off-road applications
(December 2006)
Servomex' new gas analyser is designed for those who wish to conduct measurements in wilder environments, but don't require suitability for use in areas at risk from explosive atmospheres
Linear progression
(November 2006)
Denis Eckstein of Hoerbiger-Origa plots the rise and rise of engineered linear motion
Sealing conference is timed for IPPC Directive
(November 2006)
BHR Group's 19th International Conference on Fluid Sealing will be held in Poitiers, France, on 25th and 26th September 2007
Venting system protects bucket elevators
(November 2006)
Elfab has introduced Lift-Gard to help users and manufacturers of bucket elevators comply with the Explosive Atmospheres (ATEX) Directive
Gearboxes and gearmotors are ATEX approved
(October 2006)
Fenner gearboxes and gearmotors have recently been awarded certification by Baseefa for use in ATEX Zones 1 and 2 (gas) and Zones 21 and 22 (dust) atmospheres
Hazardous areas for engineers and technicians
(October 2006)
A practical workshop on 'Hazardous areas for engineers and technicians' will be held in in Glasgow, Manchester and in Cardiff during November 2006
Online guide explains ATEX and DSEAR
(September 2006)
A simple, easy to use guide on ATEX, the European Union Directive covers the safety of electrical equipment used in potentially explosive atmospheres, and DSEAR
Hoisting equipment is ATEX compliant
(August 2006)
Verlinde Technologies is making sure its existing and prospective customers are fully compliant with new EU regulations relating to explosive atmospheres
Vibration data logger is intrinsically safe
(August 2006)
Data collector/analyser enables process, plant and maintenance engineers to take multiple-parameter vibration measurements in hazardous operating environments
Digital positioner approved for hazardous use
(July 2006)
The Flowserve Logix 3200IQ has received two new IECEx Certificates of Conformity, enabling the digital positioner to be used in hazardous locations
Hemical Process Pump range extended
(July 2006)
CDR Pumps have launched an extension to their stainless steel range of Chemical Process Pumps, by adding the option of a close coupled pump unit
Enclosed switches are ATEX compliant
(July 2006)
A new range of Kraus and Naimer ATEX compliant enclosed switches are now available from uk solenoid
Handling equipment designed for hazardous areas
(June 2006)
The range of air operated handling equipment manufactured by J D Neuhaus has been designed for use in hazardous areas
Magnetic safety sensor with monitoring module
(June 2006)
Atex approved Coded Safety Magnetic Sensor type EEx RC Si, for Gas Zones 1, 2 and Dust Zones 21,22 atmospheres
Website explains DSEAR requirements
(June 2006)
With less than three weeks to go before the deadline for DSEAR compliance, the RS website offers help for companies still struggling to comply
Position switches meet safety and Ex standards
(June 2006)
Any mechanical engineer using position switches is familiar with DIN EN 50 047