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On this page you will find useful information about ATEX, as well as articles where we answer frequently asked questions about explosion protection.

ATEX partners

26.6.2026

Exvira is an expert in explosion protection. Exvira provides assistance with ATEX-related matters and explosion protection, for example for: workplaces...

ATEX articles
ATEX partners

Checklist for Explosion Protection

26.6.2026

We have been asked to provide a checklist that could be used to determine if enough measures are in place...

ATEX information
Checklist for Explosion Protection

How to Use Ex Signs Effectively?

Marking potentially explosive areas can be surprisingly challenging. ATEX Directive 92/1992 Article 7 mentions that the entrances to areas that...

ATEX articles
How to Use Ex Signs Effectively?

Nine Safety Principles

I was at a safety training course. The training course was organised by DuPont Oy for their collaborative partners. DuPont...

ATEX articles
Nine Safety Principles

Is old device still in an ATEX area?

We get asked this often. Should an old piece of equipment in a potentially explosive area be replaced with ATEX...

ATEX articles
Is old device still in an ATEX area?

What tools can be used in ATEX areas?

What kind of work tools and gear are suitable for potentially explosive areas and atmospheres? Gear and tools must be...

ATEX articles
What tools can be used in ATEX areas?