Equipment intended for use in explosive atmospheres is subject to strict safety and certification requirements. Depending on the target market, manufacturers must comply with different regulatory frameworks, classification systems, and conformity assessment procedures, which can increase complexity and project risk when considered at a late stage. This guide provides a structured overview of IECEx, ATEX, UKCA, and North American certification systems. It explains their scope, key requirements, and certification processes, supporting manufacturers in understanding how these systems differ, where they overlap and how informed planning can support safe and compliant market access.

In this white paper find out more about

• the role of certification in explosion protection
• the IECEx Scheme for international hazardous locations compliance
• ATEX requirements for equipment used in explosive atmospheres in the EU
• North American certification systems, including Division and Zone systems
• UKCA requirements for placing Ex equipment on the UK market