What is IEC 60079-0 - E xplosive atmospheres about?
IEC 60079-0 on explosive atmospheres is the basis of the IEC 60079 series on explosive atmospheres. This is the 7 th edition and it deals with general equipment requirements when working in explosive atmospheres.
Who is IEC 60079-0 - Explosive atmospheres for?
IEC 60079-0 on explosive atmospheres will be relevant to all professionals working in explosive atmospheres and using other standards in the series, but specifically, those working with electrical equipment, namely:
Organizations manufacturing, testing, and certifying electrical equipment for use in explosive atmospheres
Users of products that require ATEX and IECEx certification
Electrical engineers
Mechanical engineers
Regulatory bodies
Relevant areas of use include:
Manufacturers of Ex equipment
Testing houses
Certification bodies
Gas works/distributors
Chemical plants
Offshore rigs
Why should you use IEC 60079-0 - E xplosive atmospheres ?
IEC 60079-0 on explosive atmospheres specifies the general requirements for construction, testing, and marking of equipment and Ex Components intended for use in explosive atmospheres.
The standard atmospheric c...