How ATEX pneumatics could revolutionise your application
The ATEX directive was put in place to protect the safety of workers in hazardous environments. This is largely achieved through the use of specially manufactured equipment. Hazardous environments occur when dust, vapours or gases enter the air and are likely to ignite, causing an explosion. In this blog, API highlights our range of ATEX compliant products, for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
ATEX approved pneumatics
As a manufacturer of ATEX pneumatics, we ensure that our ATEX compliant products fully conform to the precise requirements of the directive. We work strenuously to meet the demands of an explosive environment by manufacturing products that won’t become a source of ignition. ATEX approved products provide a reliable, durable solution for potentially hazardous industries.
We classify our ATEX pneumatics according to the maximum surface temperature they generate. This ensures that the surface temperature is lower than the spontaneous combustion temperature of powders or gases.
We have a range of specific products at API that are designed to meet these standards and withstand the pressures of potentially explosive environments. These specialist ATEX standard products are perfect for chemical processing, oil and gas and offshore industries.
ATEX compliant pneumatic cylinders
We manufacture an extensive range of pneumatic cylinders that are ATEX approved and can be supplied to conform to the specific directive. This includes a selection of:
- ISO cylinders
- Round cylinders
- Compact cylinders
- Short stroke cylinders
- Stainless steel cylinders
Our team can help you select the most suitable ATEX compliant cylinder for your application, based on your precise requirements.
ATEX approved products
At API, we work to provide solutions for all industries. Therefore, we also have a wide range of other products that are ATEX compliant. Starting with our ATEX approved valves, we have an extensive selection to choose from. This includes solenoid valves, pneumatically operated valves, sub bases, NAMUR solenoid valves, ISO 5599/1 valves, integrated circuits and manually operated valves.
API can also manufacture a selection of switches, coils, connectors, air reservoirs, mounting accessories and stainless steel airline equipment to meet ATEX standards. Each of our products is marked individually to inform you about their specific capabilities within an explosive environment.
API expert technical advice
If you are unsure whether your industrial application requires ATEX approved pneumatics, talk to our technical team today. We can advise you on the most suitable products for your application and manufacture them to your specific requirements. For more information on our ATEX approved products, contact API Pneumatic UK by calling 01782 206 995 or emailing [email protected].