Guyson International has worked in partnership with a European nominated body on their ATEX certification scheme to develop a new range of fully ATEX certified blast systems which incorporates a Manual Blast Cabinet, Cyclone Separator and Dust Collector.
The Euroblast Ex Range of ATEX blast systems have been certified for use in potentially explosive atmospheres and complies with the requirements of Directive 2014/34/EU-Annex VIII (26th Feb 2014). This is particularly relevant in Additive Manufacturing (AM) applications where the use of fine powders of materials such as Plastic, Aluminium, Titanium and Inconel, can create potentially explosive atmospheres.
The ATEX directive demands compliance with essential health and safety requirements and this has been assured by compliance with:
EN ISO 80079-36:2016
EN ISO 80079-37:2016 }Euroblast Cabinets, Cyclone and Dust Collector
EN 60079-0:2012+A11:2013
PD IEC/TS 60079-46:2017 Euroblast Cabinets and Dust Collector (N/A for Cyclone)
Specifically designed for applications that demand ATEX compliance these cabinets include the following safety features:
Timed electrical door interlocks, (ATEX rated)
Full Earth bonding, both internally & externally
ATEX rated electrical equipment and electrical control enclosure
ATEX rated pneumatic equipment for blast and air wash controls
Triple sealed bearings (for rotary tumble basket option)
ATEX rated motor gearbox, (for rotary tumble basket option)
Conductive internal surfaces
With these safety features the Euroblast Ex range of ATEX blast cabinets have attained the following ATEX coding:
II 2/3 D Ex 60079-46 IIIC T135°C Db/Dc Tamb -15°C to +40°C