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Published 08 Jan 2026
Storm Goretti is already impacting Europe, bringing a combination of freezing temperatures, snow, ice and strong winds across key industrial regions. While transport disruption and power outages dominate headlines, the most serious risks are being felt quietly across hazardous area industrial sites where temperature control is fundamental to safe...
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Published 11 Dec 2025
ATEX Portable Fan Heaters In hazardous area environments, temporary heating is essential for worker comfort, equipment protection, and successful maintenance execution in cold or humid conditions. Unlike standard industrial heaters, which are prohibited in explosive atmospheres, ATEX portable fan heaters are purposely engineered for ignition prevention, mechanical robustness, and...
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Published 10 Dec 2025
Quick Navigation Why EXHEAT LFH Matters Competitor ATEX Heater: Overview Side-by-Side Specification Comparison Real-World Benefits Installation & Maintenance Conclusion & Next Steps Why EXHEAT LFH Matters The EXHEAT LFH is a purpose-built ATEX/IECEx-certified fan heater engineered for hazardous areas (Zone 1 & Zone 2 gas and Zone 21 &...
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Published 22 Oct 2025
In industries where fluid transfer is mission-critical — from chemical processing and food production to aerospace and pharmaceuticals — the reliability of your heated hose setup can make or break your operation. Whether you’re maintaining product viscosity, preventing freeze-ups, or ensuring consistent flow rates, performance matters. At Eltherm &...
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Published 22 Oct 2025
Special thanks to Scott Harding for the kind permission to republish. When it comes to explosive atmospheres, compliance alone isn’t enough — safety must lead the way. In a powerful new article for the EIC, Scott Harding, Sales Director at Woodcock & Wilson, highlights why relying on self-certification under...
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