ATEX, IECEx and international certifications
Each region of the world has its own certification scheme for equipment used in explosive atmospheres. Antidéflagrant Service supplies ATEX and IECEx equipment, and on request INMETRO, UL/CSA and TR CU.
| Certification | Region | Principle |
|---|---|---|
| ATEX | European Economic Area (EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein) | Directive 2014/34/EU, mandatory for placing equipment on the European market |
| IECEx | International | Voluntary IEC scheme, recognised in many countries (Australia, Middle East, Asia…) |
| INMETRO | Brazil | Mandatory certification in Brazil, based on IEC standards |
| UL / CSA | United States, Canada | Class / Division or Zone classification under the NEC and the CEC |
| TR CU / EAC | Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan | Technical regulation TR CU 012/2011 of the Eurasian Economic Union |
ATEX and IECEx: what is the difference?
Both are based on the same EN/IEC 60079 series of standards. ATEX is a European regulatory obligation. IECEx is an international scheme that makes export easier, with certificates that can be checked online.
An export project?
Tell us the country of installation in your request: we will point you to the right range and certification, with suitable export packaging. Request a study