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Explosion Proof Hoists (ATEX Hoists)

Uncover the market's best range of ATEX chain hoists, specifically designed explosion proof hoists for safe and reliable lifting in hazardous environments. Fully certified, our ATEX hoists are available in Zone 1, Zone 21, Zone 2, or Zone protection levels, providing optimum anti-sparking protection where required.

Explosion Proof Hoists (ATEX Hoists)

WHAT DOES ATEX MEAN?

The acronym ATEX stands for 'Atmosphere Explosible.' It also refers to two European directives that are in place to control explosive atmospheres. These are 'ATEX 137' or the 'ATEX Workplace Directive', and 'ATEX 95' or the 'ATEX Equipment Directive.'

When purchasing an explosion-proof chain hoist, it is the 'ATEX 95' directive that will be most relevant, as this details the use of equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres.

WHAT ARE ATEX ZONES?

ATEX Zones 1 & 2: Hazardous Gas, Vapour, and Mist Environments. Zone 1 atmospheres are considered to be more dangerous than Zone 2.

ATEX Zones 21 & 22: Hazardous Dust Environments. Zone 21 atmospheres are considered to be more hazardous than Zone 22.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I REQUIRE AN ATEX HOIST?

If you manufacture or handle goods in an environment where the risk of sparking could cause an explosion, a risk assessment should identify this risk. Should you be operating in the following environments - chemical and petrochemical plants, oil refineries, gas power plants, wastewater treatment plants, paint shops, and food manufacturing - you will need to use an explosion-proof hoist.

OPT FOR AN ATEX HOIST IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS


Explosive proof hoists, such as ATEX trolley cables, are rated for safe use in environments where explosive mixtures of combustible gases, dust, and air may be present.

Highly suitable for a wide range of operating environments, our ATEX lifting hoists are often found in chemical production plants, waste disposal sites, metal processing works, refineries, and gas suppliers, as a precautionary measure that is legally required in order to reduce potential sparking.

Discover our top-graded chain hoists, trolleys, and electric chain hoists, to suit a wide variety of applications from 125kg up to 50,000kg (50 Tonnes) capacities. Many of our options are available to order directly online, as well as while others are bespoke manufactured to order.

Explosion Proof Hoist FAQs

Where are ATEX chain hoists used?
  • Oil & gas facilities
  • Chemical and pharmaceutical plants
  • Refineries
  • Paint shops and spray booths
  • Grain handling and flour mills
  • Any ATEX-classified Zone (1, 2, 21, or 22)
How do ATEX chain hoists differ from standard hoists?

Explosion proof hoists are made from spark-resistant materials, such as bronze, stainless steel, copper alloys. They are specially sealed to prevent ignition sources (motors, brakes, gears), and designed to prevent static build up.

All ATEX hoists are certified and marked for use in explosive zones.

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