The ATEX regulations are Europe's foundation for ensuring safety in explosive settings. The directives 94/9/EC and 99/92/EC were replaced in 2016 by the 2014/34/EU regulation, which establishes the basic health and safety requirements for objects used in explosive atmospheres. According to the rule, products are classified into two categories: Category 1 and Category 2, depending on the risk of an explosion.
Gas-tight luminaires are ideal for applications such as petrochemical and offshore activities because they are sealed to prevent gas infiltration and are built to withstand high pressures. On the other hand, dust-tight luminaires prevent dust from getting into non-conductive areas such as flour mills, grain silos, and chemical plants.
