The relationship between ATEX and CE

ATEX certification is an EU explosion-proof certification with wide international recognition. Explosion proof products entering the EU market require processingATEX certificationThis is a mandatory regulation. ATEX certification isZhongnuo TestingThe explosion-proof directive in the EU CE certification, ATEX certification for explosion-proof products, is actually CE certification. However, ATEX certification has its own certification mark, which is different from CE certification for other products.

ATEX

ATEX， It is named after the French word 'ATmosph è res EXplosibles'.

The ATEX Directive is a mandatory requirement within the European Union, which establishes a legal framework for manufacturers aimed at protecting the safety of employees and property, and avoiding explosion risks in areas with potential explosive atmospheres. In various industrial fields such as underground coal mines, oil fields, as well as petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, surface spraying, printing, wood processing, and metal surface grinding, combustible dust and gases can be generated in the workplaceZhongnuo TestingPotential explosive environment. Equipment and systems used in these or similar environments must comply with special explosion-proof safety requirements. All equipment used in Zone 0 and electrical equipment in Zone 1 must be certified by the EU ATEX notified body and bear the CE mark with the issuing body's announcement number and ATEX explosion-proof mark before entering the EU market.

ATEX Explosion Protection Directive 2014/34/EU (formerly Directive 94/9/EC)

ATEX originated from the French word "Atmosphere EXlposible". On March 23, 1994, the European Commission adopted the Directive "Equipment and Protective Systems for Potential Explosive Environments" (94/9/EC). This directive has been in use since 1996 and was enforced on July 1, 2003. The directive has now been updated to 2014/34/EU

New Explosion Protection Directive 2014/34/EU Explanation

The new version of the Explosion Protection Directive 2014/34/EU was published in the EU Official Journal on March 29, 2014 and came into effect on April 18, 2014. The new explosion-proof directive 2014/34/EU will be officially implemented on April 20, 2016, and the old directive 94/9/EC will also be replaced accordingly. With the update of the directive, the European Commission will implement the explosion-proof directive regulations based on the new legislative framework (NLF).

The new version of the directive introduces a new legislative framework (NLF) that provides more detailed regulations while maintaining the product scope, product classification, basic safety requirements, and consistency assessment process unchangedZhongnuo TestingThe obligation of the distributor. At the same time, under the new NFL architecture, the requirements for announcement agencies in the certification process are more refined, and the responsibilities of agencies in the certification process are more clearly defined.

What are the changes in the new instructions

Q： Has there been any change in the product scope of the new explosion-proof directive 2014/34/EU?

A： The overall situation remains unchanged. Compared to the old instructions, the only difference is the wording, but the content remains consistent.

Q： When will the new version of the explosion-proof directive be used?

A： The new version of the directive was released on March 29, 2014; Effective on April 18, 2014; Implemented on April 20th, 2016.

Q： When can the certificate for the new explosion-proof directive 2014/34/EU be issued?

A： The new version of the directive certificate can only be issued from April 20, 2016. Prior to this date, the notified body can only make relevant preparations and is not allowed to issue certificates for the new version of the directive. Prior to this date, the notified body can onlyZhongnuo TestingIssuing certificates for the old version of Explosion proof Directive 94/9/EC.

Q： When the new version of the Explosion Protection Directive 2014/34/EU is officially implemented, are the certificates of the old version of the directive valid?

A： Still effective. As long as the certificate of the old version of the explosion-proof directive 94/9/EC is still valid, the certificate will remain valid.

Q： What should I pay attention to when using the old version of the explosion-proof directive 94/9/EC certificate after April 20, 2016?

A： Customers holding old version instruction certificates should pay attention to providing the new version of explosion-proof instructions when providing compliance statements2014/34/EU's declaration of conformity.

Q： After April 20, 2016, can certificates issued according to the old version of the directive be reviewed annually or updated for renewal?

A： sure. The annual review or renewal of certificates will be carried out in accordance with the new instructions.

Q： Can the manufacturer sign and provide a declaration of conformity based on the new version of the directive on April 20, 2016?

A： no way. The compliance declaration related to the new version of the directive can only be signed from April 20, 2016 onwards