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Knowledge Base

ATEX Fundamentals

The Two ATEX Directives Explained

ATEX Equipment Directive (2014/34/EU)

ATEX Workplace Directive (1999/92/EC)

Who Needs ATEX Compliance?

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ATEX Marking

ATEX Marking Requirements

Reading ATEX Labels

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ATEX Worldwide

ATEX Beyond Europe

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Components & Assemblies

Components vs Equipment

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Conformity Assessment

Conformity Assessment Overview

EU-Type Examination (Module B)

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Electrical Protection

Protection Types Overview

Flameproof Enclosures (Ex d)

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EPD

What is an EPD?

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Equipment Groups

Equipment Groups I and II

Equipment Categories Explained

Category M1 and M2 (Mining)

Category 1, 2, 3 (Surface)

Matching Equipment to Zones

Equipment Protection Levels (EPL)

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Explosive Atmospheres

What is an Explosive Atmosphere?

Gases, Vapours and Mists

Combustible Dusts

Flammability Parameters (LEL, UEL, Flash Point, AIT)

Gas Groups and Dust Groups

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For Manufacturers

Manufacturer Obligations

Importer Obligations

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Glossary

ATEX Terms and Definitions

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Inspection & Maintenance

Inspection Requirements Overview

Inspection Grades (Visual, Close, Detailed)

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Non-Electrical

Non-Electrical Equipment in ATEX

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Notified Bodies

What are Notified Bodies?

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Other Directives

ATEX and the Machinery Directive

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Risk Assessment

Risk Assessment Fundamentals

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Specific Equipment

Cables in Hazardous Areas

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Standards Overview

Key ATEX Standards

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Temperature Classification

Temperature Classes (T1-T6)

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Workplace Requirements

Employer Duties Under ATEX

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Zone Classification

Introduction to Zone Classification

Zone 0, 1, 2 for Gases

Zone 20, 21, 22 for Dusts

Zone Classification Principles

Documenting Zone Classification

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