ATEX Compliance – Protecting People, Process, and Product Integrity

ATEX (from the French Atmosphères Explosibles) is a set of European directives that ensure equipment used in potentially explosive environments is designed and built to the highest safety standards.
In industries handling powders, granules, or volatile substances — such as pharmaceutical, chemical, food, and petrochemical manufacturing — even small amounts of airborne dust can present a risk of ignition.

By using ATEX-rated equipment, manufacturers protect operators, facilities, and the wider environment from the dangers of dust explosions or ignition hazards. Beyond safety, ATEX compliance also demonstrates a commitment to quality, risk management, and regulatory assurance, forming an essential part of a robust GMP and EHS strategy.

At Terriva, every blender is designed with operator safety and compliance at its core. Our engineering and manufacturing processes follow stringent ATEX design principles to ensure all relevant systems — mechanical, electrical, and control — are certified and safe for use in classified zones.

Key design features include:

• Fully grounded and conductive components to prevent static charge build-up.

• Explosion-rated motors, sensors, and enclosures where required.

• Dust-tight seals and containment designs that minimise the risk of particle escape and ignition.

• Comprehensive documentation and testing that demonstrate conformity with the ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU.

Each Terriva system is assessed according to its intended environment — ensuring that the correct Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 21, or Zone 22 protection is achieved.