Entirely non-electrical equipment was not considered, relying on “Good Engineering Practice” to ensure that the ignition risk of hot surfaces or sparks would not occur. ATEX draws attention to the non-electrical hazards and requires a consideration of these with respect to explosion safety.
TO BE COMPLIANT, YOU MUST USE AN ATEX APPROVED INK PUMP!
Our pump ends fall into the category 2 or M2 classification equipment designed to ensure a high level of protection, even in the event of an expected malfunction.
A full “Risk Assessment” was written for our pump ends and the equipment was tested for temperature rise, etc. The pump end must then be fitted with an ATEX approved driver.
