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W H A T I S TH E D I F F E R E N C E B E T W E E N
ATEX AND IECEX CERTIFICATION?
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ATEX
The name ATEX comes from the French ATmosphère EXplosibles, describing the equipment and
use of a product to be located in an explosive atmosphere. The ATEX certification is mandatory
across Europe and involves all stages from the manufacture, through to the installation and use of
the equipment. There are two parts which can be defined as;
Directive 99/92/EC – The ATEX Use Directive focuses primarily on the health and safety of
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As with ATEX certification, IEC Ex provides assurance and a knowing that everything from the
equipment and install through to the manufacture, operation and maintenance of the certified
products comply with IEC international standards and are suitable for their purpose.
Although there are some small differences between each certification, ATEX and IEC Ex are very
similar. The main difference is the geographical location where the certification is recognised and
accepted. While ATEX is a requirement in Europe, IEC Ex is accepted across several countries
internationally.
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