• Expert Certification: Navigate the complexities of ATEX compliance with confidence, leveraging our deep expertise and accredited processes to ensure your products meet all necessary safety standards, facilitating seamless market access and enhancing your brand reputation.
• Global Recognition: Ensure your products are recognised and accepted in international markets, benefiting from our extensive network and globally recognised certifications that demonstrate your commitment to safety and compliance, opening doors to new opportunities worldwide.
• Comprehensive Support: From initial testing and evaluation to final certification and ongoing support, we provide solutions tailored to your specific needs; a smooth, efficient ATEX Certification experience

The design requirements for products used in an explosive atmosphere differ significantly from those employed in a non-explosive atmosphere. Furthermore, there are key design differences depending on which type of explosive atmosphere they may be used in.

It is therefore imperative to understand what the design implications are at the start of the product design process.

We can help you at each step of the ATEX compliance process to ensure that the correct assumptions and decisions have been made, test your products, provide you with the appropriate certifications, and perform a quality assessment of your place of manufacturing or supplier.

EU Notified Bodies for ATEX

The global network of Eurofins Electrical & Electronics and Industrial laboratories has four Notified Bodies under the ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU;

• No. 0477 in Italy, 
• No.0537 in Finland and 
• No. 1258 in Switzerland, 
• No. 2776 in the Netherlands

Our laboratories offer ATEX testing and certification services for the following types of products and protection methods:

• Equipment protected by liquid immersion ”k”
• Equipment protected by control of ignition sources ”b”
• Flow restricted enclosures “fr”
• Equipment protected by constructional safety “c”
• Flameproof enclosures “d”
• Dust protection by enclosure “t”
• Intrinsic safety equipment “i”
• Increased safety equipment “e”
• Encapsulated equipment “m”
• Liquid immersed equipment “o”
• Pressurised enclosures “p”
• Powder filling equipment “q”
• Equipment with type of protection "n"

Our scope of accreditation

Our ATEX certification bodies are accredited for a wide range of standards, including, but not limited to:

• IEC / EN 60079-0: Equipment - General requirements
• IEC / EN 60079-1: Equipment protection by flameproof enclosures 'd‘
• IEC / EN 60079-2: Equipment protection by pressurised enclosures 'p‘
• IEC / EN 60079-5: Equipment protection by powder filling 'q‘
• IEC / EN 60079-6: Equipment protection by liquid immersion “o”
• IEC / EN 60079-7: Equipment protection by increased safety 'e‘
• IEC / EN 60079-11: Equipment protection by intrinsic safety 'i‘
• IEC / EN 60079-13: Equipment protection by pressurized room “p”
• IEC / EN 60079-15: Equipment protection by type of protection 'n‘
• IEC / EN 60079-18: Equipment protection by encapsulation “m”
• IEC / EN 60079-25: Intrinsically safe electrical systems
• IEC / EN 60079-26: Equipment with equipment protection level (EPL) Ga
• IEC / EN 60079-28: Protection of equipment and transmission systems using optical radiation
• IEC / EN 60079-30-1: Electrical resistance trace heating
• IEC / EN 60079-31: Equipment dust ignition protection by enclosure 't‘
• IEC / EN 60079-35-1: Cap lights for use in mines susceptible to firedamp; general requirements
• ISO 80079-36: Non-electrical equipment - Basic method and requirements
• IEC TS 60079-46: Equipment assemblies
• ISO 80079-37: Non-electrical type of protection "c", "b", "k“
• ISO 16852: Flame arresters
• EN 14986: Design of fans working in potentially explosive atmospheres
• EN 1755: Fork lift trucks
• EN 1834-1/2/3: Combustion engines
• EN 50303 Group I: Category M1 equipment intended to remain functional in atmospheres endangered by firedamp and/or coal dust
• EN 50050-1/2/3: Electrostatic hand-held spraying equipment
• EN ISO / IEC 80079-34: Explosive atmospheres Part 34; application of quality systems for equipment manufacture

For full details of the scope of services for which we are accredited, please contact your local Eurofins Electrical & Electronics location.

Electrical and non-electrical equipment for use in workplaces potentially at risk for explosive atmospheres must ensure a level of safety appropriate to the area of installation.

In Europe this is enforced through the ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU. In addition to CE Marking, equipment used in explosive atmospheres must also gain the Ex Mark which requires in most cases accredited testing, Notified Body approvals.

Products included in the scope of the ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU include:

• Equipment and Protective Systems which may be used in potentially explosive atmospheres
• Safety devices, controlling devices and regulating devices intended for use outside potentially explosive atmospheres but which are required for or contribute to the safe functioning of equipment and protective systems, with respect to the risks of explosion
• Components defined as any item essential to the safe functioning of equipment and protective systems but with no autonomous function

Eurofins Electrical & Electronics are leaders in ATEX, IECEx and Hazloc certification and can provide a global scope of certifications for your products.

What’s the process to obtain ATEX Certification?

There are three steps to being able to gain ATEX certification from an ATEX Notified Body:

• Preparation of a risk analysis, technical documentation, definition of intended use, technical calculations, drawings, product description
• Compliance with one or several type of protections or product standards
• Compliance with the ATEX directive for products used in explosive atmospheres

Our ATEX Certification laboratories will work with you throughout the process, providing you with industry-leading services and support at all times. 

ATEX & IECEx Expertise 

Benefit from our detailed understanding of ATEX directives as well as IECEx certification ensuring accurate and reliable testing and certification processes that address all critical safety requirements for hazardous locations.

Extensive Global Network

Leverage our global network of accredited laboratories, providing you with seamless access to ATEX certification services and local support, facilitating efficient market entry across Europe and beyond.

Accelerated Turnaround Times 

Experience the advantage of our streamlined testing and certification workflows, designed to optimise efficiency and deliver timely results, minimising delays and enabling you to introduce your certified products to the market swiftly.

Dedicated Customer Focus

Rely on our commitment to providing personalised and responsive support throughout your ATEX certification journey, with our experienced team guiding you through each step and addressing your specific needs and concerns effectively.