ATEX Centrifugal Fans

Centrifugal Fans

ATEX Certified Fans Manufacturer

Unlike standard fans, their design complies with EU and UK regulations, ensuring that every component is made from approved materials. This significantly minimises the risk of ignition and explosion in potentially dangerous settings. These fans are certified to operate safely in ATEX-rated hazardous or explosive atmospheres, providing an extra layer of safety and peace of mind.

ATEX Origins

The risk of an explosion can arise from mechanical sources, such as sparks or excessive heat, just as quickly as from electrical sources. Industrial fans have been identified as a significant potential ignition source in various industries.

An EU committee, composed of experts in the field, was established to develop a standard for fans in explosive environments. This standard, known as the ATEX directive, is a legal requirement only in Europe. However, many outside the EU consider it a valuable set of guidelines for installing equipment in hazardous locations, as it sets high safety standards and ensures the use of approved materials to construct ATEX fans.

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Key Points About ATEX Fans

Purpose

ATEX fans are specifically designed for environments with a risk of explosive gases, vapours, or dust commonly found in industrial, tertiary, or commercial settings. They are widely used in industries such as oil and gas, chemical, pharmaceutical, and food processing, where the presence of flammable substances is a constant risk.

Certification

These fans comply with the mandatory directive 2014/34/EU of the European Parliament, which pertains to equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. An ATEX-certified fan is built according to the EU directive 2014/34/EU for equipment in explosive environments. It is safe to use in hazardous ATEX-rated areas.

Hazardous Areas

Suitable for Zones 1 (gas), 21 (dust), as well as Zones 2 (gas) or 22 (dust), the type of ATEX fan needed depends on factors like application, temperature, materials, airflow, and pressure.

Materials

ATEX fans are constructed from approved materials such as stainless steel, polypropylene, and aluminium. The choice of materials is based on their corrosion resistance, ability to dissipate heat and non-sparking properties, all of which are crucial for ensuring the safety and performance of ATEX fans in hazardous environments.

Safety Measures

In environments where flammable substances are present, releasing gases, vapours, or mists can combine with oxygen in the air, potentially creating an explosive atmosphere. ATEX fans are designed to minimise the risk of ignition in such environments during manufacturing, treatment, transport, and storage.

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