Explosion protection is an essential aspect of industrial safety and goes far beyond simple precautions. It is the result of advanced technology and continuous innovation aimed at making work environments safer and preventing accidents.
What you’ll find in our explosion protection brochure:
Prevent Explosions Reliably
How can explosions be prevented, which Ex zones exist, and which products can be used safely in which zone? In our video, Benjamin Böhm, Global Industry Manager for Mechanical Engineering at WAGO, explains the basics of explosion protection.
Ex Zone Classification (EN/IEC/UL 60079-0 etc.)
The zone model classifies locations according to the hazard they present into Ex zones 0, 1 and 2 for gas atmospheres, 20, 21 and 22 for dust atmospheres and M1 and M2 for mines at risk of firedamp.
As part of a risk analysis, the system operator needs to assess how often and for how long explosive atmospheres can occur in different areas of the system. The system must be classified into these Ex protection zones accordingly. Zones 0 and 20 are the most hazardous zones.
In our overview, you can find basic information about the Ex zones, including their classifications and the specific safety requirements that apply to each area.
Zone 0
A place in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of flammable substances in the form of gas, vapor or mist is present continuously or for long periods or frequently
Zone 1
A place in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air or flammable substances in the form of gas, vapor or mist is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally
Zone 2
A place in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of flammable substances in the form of gas, vapor or mist is not likely to occur in normal operation but, if one does occur, it will persist for a short period only
Zone 20
A place in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is present continuously, or for long periods or frequently
Zone 21
A place in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally
Zone 22
A place in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is not likely to occur in normal operation but, if one does occur, it will persist for a short period only
WAGO Test Lab
Our products can be used safely and reliably for a wide variety of applications, both on the European market and anywhere in the world. We work very hard to ensure this, starting right from the development phase. As a result, we can guarantee that our products are very safe and our technical data is accurate and reliable – the highest priorities for our customers and users worldwide.
Certified Safety and Quality
WAGO stands for quality and safety in explosion protection. To guarantee this, we subject our products to the most stringent national and international certification requirements. With DAkkS-accredited laboratory tests according to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025, we ensure that our solutions meet the requirements of the ATEX Directive and IECEx standards, so you can count on the reliability and safety of our systems.
Innovative Solutions for Demanding Applications
Our comprehensive portfolio of explosion protection products, including the WAGO I/O System 750 and the TOPJOB® S Rail-Mount Terminal Blocks, has been specially developed for use in hazardous environments. Our products offer not only increased safety, but also efficient and flexible solutions for demanding applications. In addition, our products are certified for use in marine applications – a feature that sets WAGO apart and underscores the versatility of our range of solutions.