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 What is ATEX?

ATEX, (ATmospheres EXplosibles), refers to two must be subject to analysis. In case of defects, User Manufacturer
new EU directives about danger of explosion (wear etc.) the old products must be replaced
within different areas. The first ATEX direc- with equipment that complies with the ATEX
tive, (94/9/EC) deals with equipment used in directive. In addition, products that are spe-
areas with potential danger of explosion. The cially made for use in areas with high explo- Category 3
second ATEX directive, (99/92/EC), deals with sion risk should only be marketed when they equipment
minimum requirements for safety and health fully comply with the ATEX directive.
when working in areas with potential danger
of explosion. Category 2
Which obligations lie Zone: equipment
with the equipment user? 2 or 22
What is explosive atmosphere?
To prevent explosion, the user of the equip- Zone:
According to the new directives, dust is now ment is required to: 1 or 21
considered explosive atmosphere.
Explosive atmosphere is atmosphere that • Take the necessary technical and
Constant Zone: Category 1
danger 0 or 20 equipment
develops explosively because of changing organisational precautions.
surroundings or as a consequence of use. • Make a complete estimate of the risk
Explosive atmosphere consists of air and of explosion.
Zone:
combustible material such as gases, vapours, • Divide potential explosive risk areas, 1 or 21
mists or dusts in which the explosion spread into zones. Potentiel Zone:
after ignition. Typical examples of productions • Indicate the danger zones clearly. danger
where combustible dust is of major concern
2 or 22
is the handling of cereals, animal feed, paper,
wood, chemicals, plastics and coal. How is explosive atmosphere
divided into zones? Minor
danger
What kind of equipment does The ATEX directive distinguishes between two
the ATEX directive cover? types of explosive atmospheres: gas and dust.
Areas subjected to these two kinds of explosive
• Safety equipment and safety systems atmospheres are each divided into three zones.
exposed to explosive gasses or dust. The zone’s characteristics are identical for gas Zones:
• Safety, control and adjustment devices, and dust, but their numbering is different. Gas: 0, 1 and 2
which ensure a safe operation of production Zone 0, 1 and 2 refer to gas and zone 20, 21 and Dust: 20, 21 and 22
material and control equipment. 22 refer to dust.
• Electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneu-
matic equipment including pumps and Zone 0 / 20: Constant danger
electric motors. Permanent presence of explosive gasses or
combustible dust.

What happens on 1 July 2003? Zone 1 / 21: Potentiel danger Grundfos manufactures pumps, with motors It is only the equipment user, who can define
Permanent presence of explosive gasses or in both category 2 and category 3. The illus- whether a zone is to be considered hazard-
Companies that produce, use or distribute this combustible dust during normal duty. tration above shows the division of an area ous within the regulations stated in the ATEX
kind of equipment must comply with the basic into zones with different levels of danger of directive. However, if the user have any doubts
safety and health requirements in the ATEX Zone 2 / 22: Minor danger explosion. For each of the three zones it is only about the definition of hazardous areas, he
directive. Presence of explosive gasses or combustible a certain category of equipment – in this case, have to contact the competent inspectorate
The ATEX directive does not have retroactive dust only by accident but not during normal motors and pumps – that can be used due to for advise.
effect. However, already existing products duty. danger of explosion.

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 Motors for areas with explosive gas

How to ensure compliance

with the ATEX directive?
the equipment user is responsible for ensur-
ing that the equipment runs safely through
continuous maintenance. As per 2003, instal-
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Equipment and zones have to comply with lations must meet the requirements stated in
the ATEX directive. The CE marking is the the ATEX directive. If the equipment user is the Temperature class/
proof that the equipment is manufactured manufacturer as well, the user has to fulfil the Maximum surface temp.
according to all the basic requirements and requirements for both. T1 = 450˚C T4 = 135˚C
assessment procedures that apply for every EU T2 = 300˚C T5 = 100˚C
Member State. The Service Mechanic: T3 = 200˚C T6 = 85˚C
Service Mechanics are not covered by the
directive 94/9/EC. However, Service Mechanics Flameproof symbol/Typical gass
Who is responsible for meeting have to make sure that the work they conduct A = Propane
the requirements in ATEX directive? meets the safety demands that apply for prod- B = Ethylene
ucts and equipment, so that the safety is not C = Hydrogen
Depending on whether you are the equipment put at risk. Notified bodies such as KEMA and
manufacturer, user or Service Mechanic there PTB have the authority to issue qualification Equipment groupings:
are certain safety requirements that you have certificates for Service Mechanics as a proof of Group I (1): Mine
to fulfil. their know-how. Group II (2): Others (A, B, C groups)

d - Flameproof to EN 50018
The manufacturer: The requirements in the ATEX directive are
e - Increased safety to EN 50019
As manufacturer Grundfos is exclusively not entirely new to electric motors. Previously,
nA - Non-sparking EN 50021
responsible for producing equipment that they were placed under IEC60079 and under
de - Flameproof with increased
meets the requirements stated in the EU direc- local standards in countries around the world.
safety terminals EN 50018 & 19
tive. The directives become effective as per 1 The ATEX directive includes references to EN
July 2003. standards that contain the same requirements Ex - Explosion protection
as the IEC60079 directive. The IEC60079 direc-
The user: tive still applies for electric motors in other E - European certification
The equipment user has to inform Grundfos of parts of the world.
which equipment category he needs. In addi- G=gas ; D=dust
tion, the equipment user has to use the prod-
uct according to the defined zones and thereby Category 1: zone 0 or 20
take any possible risks into account. Likewise, Category 2: zone 1 or 21
Category 3: zone 2 or 22
Equipment groupings:
Group I (1): Mine
Group II (2): Others (A, B, C groups)

The European Commision's mark for

The following three illustrations are examples be approved for use in the same areas with equipment in hazardous atmospheres
of symbols printed on nameplates for motors either gas or dust explosion proved motors
and pumps. The type of information on the and pumps. Identification of ”Notified body”
nameplate varies depending on whether the Eg.: 0344 = KEMA Categorisation
equipment non-electrical or electrical. Thus, 2 G indicated on the nameplate, tells that responsible for the protoype approval of Ex motors
it is category 2 equipment suited for areas with
EExe 2G
Pumps and motors are approved individu- potential danger of gas explosion. Low voltage Directive 73/23/EEC EExd 2G
ally. But for them to fit, they both have to EMC Directive 89/336/EEC EExnA 3G
Machinery Directive 98/37/EEC according to EN292
ATmospères EXplosibles Directive – ATEX – 94/9/EC

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 Motors for areas with combustible dust Pumps for areas with combustible dust
+ explosive gas(ses)

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Equipment groupings:
Group I (1): Mine Machinery Directive
Group II (2): Others (A, B, C groups) 98/37/EEC according to
EN292
The European Commision's mark for ATmospères EXplosibles
equipment in hazardous atmospheres Directive – ATEX – 94/
9/EC
120˚C tested
Identification of ”Notified body” maximum temperature
Eg.: 0344 = KEMA

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responsible for the protoype approval fr: for a flow restricting enclosure p: for pressurised equipment
d: for a flameproof enclosure k: for liquid immersion EN 13463-1
Low voltage Directive 73/23/EEC c: for constructional safety g: for inherent safety
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC b: for control of ignition source
Machinery Directive 98/37/EEC according to EN292
ATmospères EXplosibles Directive – ATEX – 94/9/EC G=gas ; D=dust

Category 1: zone 0 or 20
Category 2: zone 1 or 21
Dust explosion proof motors are also called Category 3: zone 2 or 22
DIP motors – Dust Ignition Proof motors
Equipment groupings:
Group I (1): Mine
Group II (2): Others (A, B, C groups)

The European Commision’s mark for

equipment in hazardous atmospheres

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