Explosive Atmospheres Equipment Quality Management

What is this standard?

Specifies quality management system requirements for the manufacture of equipment used in explosive atmospheres.

Who is it for?

Ex equipment manufacturers.

What triggers an assessment?

• Equipment for use in explosive atmospheres is manufactured.
• Placing the product on the European or another market is planned.
• A customer wants assurance over Ex manufacturing quality.

What does it not replace?

• The IECEx conformity assessment system and ATEX/CE legislation are assessed separately.
• It does not substitute for product type approval.