Sunfab offers ATEX classification of standard pumps and motors (March 2013)
Published: 24 March, 2013
Sunfab can now offer ATEX classification of its standard ranges of pumps (SCP) and motors (SCM). The products satisfy the requirements defined in accordance with ATEX Directive 94/9/EC on non-electrical equipment.
ATEX is an EU directive that deals with equipment in environments where there is a risk of potentially explosive compounds. ATEX is an abbreviation of the French name of the directive, Appareils destinés à être utilisés en ATmosphères EXplosibles. In accordance with ATEX, an investigation is conducted into the risk that the pump or motor constitutes a source of ignition in a potentially explosive environment.
High protection level
“ATEX differentiates between whether the equipment is to be used in a mine/quarry (group I) or in another explosive environment, e.g. oil platforms and filling stations (Group II),” explained Erika Berg, design & quality manager at Sunfab. “Each group then contains various categories that specify the level of safety. Sunfab’s standard ranges of pumps and motors have been classified with a high protection level in both Groups I and II. The products have a high protection level in environments containing potentially explosive gas and dust.”
When placing an order, customers specify whether they want to buy an ATEX-classified pump or motor. The product will then be delivered labelled with ATEX classification and with an ATEX certificate attached.
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