ATEX Implementation

What does ATEX stand for?

ATEX stands for “ATmosphères EXplosibles," representing the European Union directive that establishes technical and safety standards for equipment used in explosive environments. The directive comprises two main components: ATEX 2014/34/EU, which focuses on creating and marketing tools and safety gear for potentially explosive environments, and ATEX 1999/92/EC, which addresses the health and safety of workers exposed to such environments.

ATEX regulations are applicable across various industries, including chemical, petrochemical, mining, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage, where the presence of flammable gases, vapors, liquids, or dusts in the atmosphere poses risks. Equipment and protective systems designed for use in these environments must adhere to construction standards that minimize the potential for igniting an explosive atmosphere.

Employers bear responsibilities under ATEX, which encompass conducting risk analyses and implementing appropriate measures to safeguard personnel in explosive environments. This entails providing suitable tools, training, and policies to ensure the safe handling of materials and equipment.

What does Elite Power (Pvt.) Ltd. offer?

Elite Power (Pvt) Ltd. specializes in providing globally recognized Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) services for Oil & Gas plants. Their team of professionals holds international certifications, enabling them to deliver exceptional expertise in this field.

As the first company in Pakistan with UK CompEx Certified personnel, Elite Power (Pvt) Ltd. is qualified to undertake Electrical & Instrumentation projects in the Oil & Gas industry, adhering to IECEx and ATEX guidelines. Their comprehensive range of services includes examining and installing explosion-proof equipment, determining product and area categories, selecting appropriate Ex materials, procurement, setting up on-site explosion-proof equipment, as well as offering repairs and maintenance. To ensure verification, they provide certificate numbers that can be easily validated through the following URL: https://verification.compex.org.uk/.