Explosive or Hazardous Areas
Hazardous locations are defined as places where fire or explosion hazards may exist due to the presence of flammable gases, vapors, dust, or fibers. Due to the inherent danger in these areas, equipment must be approved for use in such locations. Such approvals confirm that a products has been tested and certified to conform to standards mandated by the European directive ATEX or another standards organization such as NEMA. Read more...