Classified areas

COUNTRY:
Italy

REFERENCE STANDARDS:

(IEC) Directive 94/9/EC (ATEX CEI EN 60079-14 (CEI 31-33)

PROJECT:
ATEX adaptation GI.MA feed mill

SUPPLY DESCRIPTION:
Modification of automation panels to adapt some areas of the plant to the ATEX classification (dust extraction, grain unloading area, milling department, raw material elevators).

TECHNOLOGIES EMPLOYED:
Atex sensors, intrinsic barriers, fire prevention devices, signalling systems.

DISTINCTIVE ELEMENTS:
Maintaining as much as possible the system’s existing functions by introducing devices suitable for the classified areas. Addition of sensors in the field where needed and modification of the control panel functionality, including third-party panels.

BENEFITS FOR THE CUSTOMER:
Adaptation to Atex and fire prevention regulations without the need for system modifications that require learning or changes in operating modes.