ATEX stands for “ATmospheres EXplosibles.” It is a set of European Union regulations that govern the design and use of equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. The regulations cover equipment and protective systems that may be used in areas where there is a risk of a explosion due to flammable …
Intrinsically safe two-way radios are essential for certain environments. Environments such as gas installations, where there is a potential risk of explosion. Explosive atmospheres in the workplace include flammable gases, vapours, and flammable dust. An example of where vapours can be dangerous is in a ships battery room. Vapour emitted from charging batteries, produces potentially …
