seeITnow GmbH, Jörg Brinkmann 🛠️ Pneumatic machines: Not automatically explosion-proof 💨 Compressed air = explosion-proof? A dangerous misconception In potentially explosive areas, many users rely on compressed air machines - on the assumption that they are safer than electrical devices...
seeITnow GmbH, Jörg Brinkmann 🧪 Part 3: Materials, tests, and selection criteria for explosion-proof tools – what really matters 🛠️ Safe handling starts with the right material Tools in potentially explosive atmospheres must be specially selected - even if they are not allowed to bear an ATEX marking. The decisive factors for s...
seeITnow GmbH, Jörg Brinkmann 🌍 Explosion protection worldwide: Why other countries are ahead when it comes to tools Europe leaves companies alone - other countries take a more targeted approach In Europe, particularly in accordance with the EU ATEX directives, simple tools such as hammers, pliers or screwdrivers ma...
seeITnow GmbH, Jörg Brinkmann 💥 Dust explosions in industry: visible danger with invisible consequences Dust looks harmless, but it poses a potentially explosive hazard in industrial processes. Unlike gases, dust is visible to the naked eye, but its danger lies hidden: in its fine distribution, composit...
seeITnow GmbH, Jörg Brinkmann 🛠️ Why there is no ATEX certification for tools – and what matters nonetheless Strict regulations apply in Ex zones - but not for everything. There are clear specifications for devices and systems in potentially explosive atmospheres. Many people therefore assume that every tool...
seeITnow GmbH, Jörg Brinkmann ATEX, IECEx, MSDS, Manual, Declaration of Conformity & Co. Who needs what - and why is it all so important? When it comes to explosion-protected devices, there are countless abbreviations and documentation requirements: ATEX, IECEx, MSDS, manual, declaration ...
seeITnow GmbH, Jörg Brinkmann Why are ATEX-certified devices important? What does ATEX mean? ATEX stands for ATmosphères EXplosibles - the European directive for explosion protection. It regulates which devices and protective systems may be used in potentially explosive a...
seeITnow GmbH, Jörg Brinkmann Portable Ex devices: Why the type of protection determines repair or total loss The importance of a simple repair is often underestimated. Most users pay attention to the following when buying: Performance and functionality Certification for zone 1 or zone 2 Display size, camera,...
seeITnow GmbH, Jörg Brinkmann What types of ignition protection are there? - An overview of explosion protection What is a protection class? A degree of protection describes the design and technical measures with which a device is designed so that it can be operated safely in an explosive atmosphere without itse...
seeITnow GmbH, Tabea Jeckel Explosion protection: Why only certified accessories are allowed! In explosion-prone areas, known as Ex zones, safety is paramount. Electronic devices used in such environments must meet strict safety requirements to minimize the risk of ignition sources. Therefore,...
seeITnow GmbH, Jörg Brinkmann Why an ATEX-certified sensor alone is not enough – the role of the measuring electronics in potentially explosive atmospheres ATEX-compliant sensors: More than just the probe When measuring in Zone 1 or Zone 2, the first thing that often comes to mind is the actual sensor. An Ex-marked temperature probe? Check. A pressure tr...
seeITnow GmbH, Jörg Brinkmann Why do ATEX-compliant devices require the use of the exact batteries listed in the certificate? In explosion-prone areas, ATEX-certified devices must meet strict safety requirements. This also includes that only the batteries listed in the certificate may be used. But why is that? ⚠Hazards from ...
