ATEX compliance and why is it important?

ATEX is the European standard for equipment operating in explosive atmospheres. Derived from French, its acronym stands for – “Appareils destinés à être utilisés en Atmosphères Explosives” which means “Devices intended for use in explosive atmospheres”. 

Being ATEX certified is crucial for any machinery intended for use in a place or atmosphere where there is a potential risk of explosion due to the excess dust, vapours or gases that are at risk of igniting. For example, in animal feed mills, these risks are ever present due to the potential for dust, chemicals or micronised products used in the manufacturing process.

At ISF, we pride ourselves on being leaders in providing process engineering solutions for the animal feed mill engineering industry. As a critical cog in the British food supply chain, we provide reliable & bespoke maintenance, repairs and upgrades for our clients and customers to ensure the most effective and efficient running of their mill. A huge part of being the best at what we do is making sure we are compliant with industry standards and certifications! We design and manufacture ATEX-certified equipment (up to category 2) from our York based workshop, solidifying our commitment to the highest safety standards in explosive atmospheres. Keep reading to learn more about our fully ATEX certified conveyors & elevators!

Conveyors

Our ATEX-certified screw conveyors, and chain and flight conveyors, are the ideal solution for safely transporting materials in plant systems, especially in hazardous environments. Designed to handle dry to semi-fluid materials, they ensure durability, adaptability, and streamlined operations.

The benefit of the ATEX certification ensures reduced risk of explosion, enhanced reliability, and compliance. Our conveyors are also built to meet Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU standards. Our team rigorously tests and risk-assesses each conveyor and ensures they are engineered for durability. We can customise conveyors to your specifications and include replaceable wear plates for high-wear areas and ex certified components for added safety in explosive atmospheres. 

ISF screw conveyors:

ISF Chain and Flight Conveyors:

With our help, you can enhance productivity, reduce costs, and ensure workplace safety. Learn about our conveyors on our website here: Screw & Mixing Conveyors | ISF Ltd

Elevators

We offer efficient, safe & customisable belt & bucket elevators for our customers animal feed mill’s needs. Belt & bucket elevators are vital for efficient product movement in animal feed mills. 

Thanks to our expert team and resources, we design and manufacture our belt & bucket elevators in-house to meet Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU standards. Our elevators are hardwearing and efficient, and include numerous sensors into the design to allow full monitoring over the machine, and various points of access for inspection and cleaning. Our elevators are finished according to your location or product requirements, and our expert installation engineers will work with you to install around your production demands. Equipped with sensors for process monitoring, explosion protection panels, and easy access for cleaning or inspection, our elevators prioritise safety and performance. We can offer elevators with the below customisations: 

• Wide bucket sizes ranging from 100mm to 500mm.
• Bucket capacity up to 150 TPH.
• Stainless steel, mild steel or plastic bucket options.
• Variety of drive arrangements.
• Variety of belt options.

Our belt & bucket elevators:

Learn more about our elevators here:  Elevators | ISF Ltd

ATEX compliance at ISFTo learn more about ISF and other equipment we offer, give us a call today on 01904 430005 or head to our website here.