ATEX Weighing Scales

Safe and reliable ATEX weighing solutions designed for hazardous environments including weight indicators, platform scales, bench scales and liquid filling systems.

Overview

Weighing in ATEX environments, where explosive gases, vapors, mists, or dust may be present, demands precision, safety, and compliance. ATEX-certified weighing scales are specially designed to prevent ignition risks and meet stringent safety standards, ensuring reliable performance in hazardous zones. Whether you’re operating in Zone 0, 1, 2 (gas/vapor) or Zone 20, 21, 22 (dust), selecting the right equipment is critical.

Explosions aren’t limited to oil refineries and chemical plants; industries handling fine dust particles or flammable substances face similar risks. At Avery Weigh-Tronix, our ATEX-certified scales and indicators are engineered to limit electrical and thermal energy, preventing ignition and ensuring safety in Zones 1, 21, and 2, 22. Beyond compliance with ATEX standards, our equipment integrates seamlessly with other systems in hazardous areas, ensuring a fully secure installation. Engineered for durability and accuracy, our intrinsically safe weighing solutions support industries that demand the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.

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ATEX stands for “ATmosphères EXplosibles”, which is French for “Explosive Atmospheres.” It refers to the European Union directives that regulate equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive environments.

ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU governs the design, manufacturing, and certification of equipment and protective systems used in hazardous areas, ensuring they do not pose ignition risks. Complementing this, the ATEX Workplace Directive 1999/92/EC requires employers to assess explosion risks, classify hazardous zones, and implement robust safety measures to protect workers. Essential in industries handling flammable substances, such as petrochemicals, mining, and food processing, ATEX certification guarantees compliance, enhances safety, and supports reliable operation in environments where safety is critical.

Intrinsically safe scales are weighing devices designed for safe use in hazardous environments where explosive gases, vapors, or dust may be present. Engineered with durable components and protective circuitry, they are designed to operate with energy levels below those required to ignite explosive atmospheres, ensuring safety by preventing sparks or overheating that could trigger explosions. They ensure compliance and safety in zones classified as hazardous and are essential for maintaining operational safety and regulatory compliance in explosive atmospheres. These scales deliver reliable, accurate performance in harsh conditions and are ideal for industries such as petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and mining.

Any equipment being used in hazardous environments should be certified under the ATEX directive 2014/34/EU, confirming its suitability for specific hazardous zones. This certification indicates compliance with essential health and safety requirements. Operating in hazardous environments without ATEX-compliant equipment may violate safety regulations and legal requirements, leading to fines, shutdowns, or legal liability. All Avery Weigh-Tronix ATEX scales are certified to 201/34/EU standards.

Due to the risk associated with hazardous environments, it is important to ensure that any weighing equipment that is being installed or maintained on your premises is carried out by an ATEX trained technician. Engineers working with ATEX equipment must have in-depth knowledge of ATEX regulations, hazardous area classifications, and intrinsic safety principles. Improper handling of equipment during installation or maintenance by unqualified engineers can void the ATEX certification and can compromise the safety of your equipment, increasing the risk of explosions.

At Avery Weigh-Tronix we have a team of ATEX trained engineers, based nationally across the UK.

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