Lighting | ATEX Certified for Hazardous Areas
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, are the leading supplier of ATEX Lighting for safe and reliable installation in hazardous areas and locations – this includes Lighting for hazardous areas certified by the ATEX Directive for use in Zone 1 and Zone 2 potentially explosive atmospheres in both onshore and offshore locations Zone 1 & 2 Flammable Gas and Zone 21 & 22 (Combustible Dust).
We are Main Distributors for Raytec – this includes ATEX Lighting product groups: Floodlights, Linear Light Fittings, Bulkheads & High Bay.
A complete range of portable lighting for temporary applications with ATEX and IECEx Certification is available – the Wolf Safety Safety Lamp Company provide safe lighting products for use in potentially explosive atmospheres where the presence of flammable gas, vapour or dusts pose a potential explosion risk.
Lighting products are available for Zone 0, Zone 1 (21) and Zone 2 (22) hazardous area classifications according to the ATEX Directive.
Hazardous area lighting for safe use in potentially explosive atmospheres, including Zones 1 / 2 (gases) and Zones 21 / 22 (dusts) certified to ATEX and IECEx.
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The SPARTAN range of lighting manufactured by Raytec is designed for lighting hazardous areas which require high performance, high reliability, White-Light illumination using LED technology – ATEX Certified Zone 1 & Zone 2.
ATEX is “ATmosphere EXplosible”
ATEX is the name commonly given to the two European Directives for controlling explosive atmospheres: 1) Directive 99/92/EC (also known as ‘ATEX 137’ or the ‘ATEX Workplace Directive’) on minimum requirements for improving the health and safety protection of workers potentially at risk from explosive atmospheres working in hazardous area industries. The ATEX Zones for lighting products are designated either Zone 1 or Zone 2 depending on the exposure threat to flammable gases or vapours – accordingly these hazardous area lighting systems must be correctly specified according to the level of explosion. Classifying hazardous areas into Zones:
Zone 1: is a hazardous area classified by ATEX in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of flammable substances in the form of gas, vapour or mist is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally.
Zone 2: is a hazardous area classified by ATEX in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of flammable substances in the form of gas, vapour or mist is not likely to occur in normal operation but, if it does occur, persists for a short period only.
Overview of ATEX Lighting products:
Hazardous areas are classified in terms of zones on the basis of the frequency and duration of the occurrence of an explosive atmosphere.
SPARTAN Floodlights have been specified and installed to provide lighting to hazardous area locations and workspaces on an offshore Jack-up drilling rig which had been brought in for maintenance in the Middle East. General illumination of this rig, including ATEX floodlights and lighting for access areas and walkways, was a necessity for the safety and efficiency of the workers. All SPARTAN emergency lighting products, manufactured by Raytec, installed provided 100% light output for 1 hour with both IECEx and ATEX Certification.
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The following video provides an excellent presentation of the Raytec SPARTAN range of Hazardous Area LED Lighting Products for Zone 1 & Zone 2 (ATEX) – high lumen output is provided by the latest high performance LED technology delivering low running costs and low energy consumption. The modular design hazardous area ATEX lighting system is specified to provide ease of maintenance and inspection with spare part availability for quick repair and replacement of light fixtures and fittings.
T&D are stockists and suppliers of an extensive range of Hazardous Area Electrical Equipment – this includes explosion proof (Ex e) and flameproof (Ex d) products certified by ATEX for use in hazardous areas and explosive atmospheres:
➡ Our Lighting Sales Team are trained and manufactured approved to provide technical support and lighting specification services covering Hazardous Area Zone or Category, Type of Explosion Protection, Gas Group, Temperature Class (T Class Rating) and Equipment Protection Level concepts.
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Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, are leading Stockists & Distributors of hazardous area lighting products utilising conventional light fittings and more powerful modern technology White-Light illumination using LED technology – from stock we provide competitive prices and technical support to enable the specification of explosive atmosphere lighting schemes compliant and certified to international standards including ATEX and IECEx.
Using latest software our FREE Lighting Design Service supports the upgrade from fluorescent to LED lighting focussed on maximised light output, optimised energy consumption with reliable and safe certification for explosion protection concepts in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous area zones and workplaces.
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Hazardous Area Plugs – Zone 1 & Zone 2 Plugs, Sockets & Connectors (Explosion Proof – ATEX & IECEx)
High Current Plugs ♦ High Temperature Plugs ♦ ATEX
Marechal hazardous area plugs and sockets offer an extensive and comprehensive product range for all industrial electrical power applications in Zone 1 & Zone 2 Hazardous Areas with power currents varying from 10A to 680A with up to 1,500 volt power supplies – ATEX certified plugs and sockets.
Typical applications for explosion-proof hazardous area plugs include mobile machinery, portable plant, wellhead control panels, mobile skid units and offshore heavy power, data and signal distribution.
Thorne & Derrick are Approved Main Distributors for Marechal Hazardous Area Plugs – contact us for competitive prices, fast delivery and expert technical support to enable the selection and specification of the correct plug, socket or decontactor for all industrial and hazardous area power distribution applications.
A Decontactor® is a plug and socket outlet system with an integrated power switch permitting absolutely safe connection and disconnection of electrical equipment with plug-and-play simplicity.
Marechal plugs combine electrical safety and reliability for power control and distribution in hazardous area industries where explosions are a real risk – plug and socket assemblies are suitable for flammable gases and vapours classified according to ATEX as Zone 1 & Zone 2 hazardous areas.
Watch our Marechal video providing an overview of EX products certified for hazardous areas including plug-socket outlets, lighting, control stations (Zone 2), junction boxes, flameproof Exd electrical enclosures and electrical socket boxes
Decontactors = Plug + Socket-Outlet + Motor Load Make/Break Switch. No ordinary plugs and sockets, Marechal Decontactors permit safe connection and disconnection of electrical equipment from live power supply, with no requirement for hard-wiring or contactor.
Marechal DXN Plugs
Marechal DXA1 Plugs
Marechal DX Plugs
Marechal PNCX Plugs
Marechal PXN12C, DXN25C & DXN37C Plugs
Marechal SPex Connectors
Visit our Blog to discover how Marechal decontactors provide safe and reliable low voltage power to all industries.
➡ For complete information, specifications and technical data about Marechal Hazardous Area Plugs please refer to the product sections below – contact T&D to discuss applications for hazardous area plugs and sockets for potentially explosive atmospheres including Zone 1 & Zone 2.
➡ See also: ATEX Isolators | ATEX Junction Boxes & Enclosures | Exd Enclosures Flameproof
Food & Beverage. Waterproof plugs (IP66 IP67) withstand high pressure cleaning, spray and humidity.
Oil & Gas. ATEX plugs certified for hazardous area Zones 1/2 (gas) and Zones 21/22 (dust).
Heavy Industry. Electrical power plugs up to 750A with safe disconnect under load.
ATEX Control Stations For Hazardous Areas
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, are Main Distributors for Abtech Electrical Equipment including hazardous area lighting, control stations and electrical enclosures (ATEX Certified).
Control stations suitable for Zone 1 hazardous areas manufactured in GRP, stainless steel and plastic – suitable for safe installation in potentially explosive gas atmospheres, ATEX certified.
Zone 22 control stations for explosive dust atmospheres are available in both standard and bespoke configuration.
Control Stations – Zone 1 Zone 2 Hazardous Area ATEX Certified
Hazardous area control stations, surface or panel mounted, specified for potentially explosive atmospheres and suitable for Zone 1 gas and Zone 21 dust environments (including Zone 2 & 22) – manufactured from stainless steel, plastic or GRP with various push buttons, emergency stops, switches, mushroom heads and indicator lamps integrated into control station. Bespoke solutions, express delivery.
Control station options:
For competitive pricing, delivery and technical support on the complete range of Technor Hazardous Area products, please contact T&D:
Technor Hazardous Area Equipment – T&D distribute electrical enclosures, lighting luminaires, electrical panels and control stations.
T&D can also supply and deliver high voltage hazardous area enclosures for 3.3kV, 6.6kV, 11kV and 33kV HV distribution networks.
➡ For complete information about Hazardous Area Control Stations please refer to the product sections below – contact T&D, The Hazardous Area & Explosive Atmosphere Experts, for a complete range of Electrical, Mechanical, Process & Instrumentation Equipment.
Zone 1 & Zone 2 GRP Assembled Enclosures & Junction Boxes – ATEX Hazardous Area
The BPGA is a pre-built, fully certified, and ready-to-install junction box, ideal for lighting, small power, and routine maintenance applications. These ATEX Enclosures provide a reliable solution for hazardous areas, saving installation time and ensuring compliance with international standards.
The enclosures come equipped with terminals (WDU 2.5 or WDU 6), rail, copper earth continuity plate, and are also fitted with a brass M6 internal/external earth stud. Each enclosure has four M20 tapped cable entries (two side A & two side C) and is supplied with certified blanking plugs.
Manufactured in impact-resistant glass-reinforced polyester (GRP), these hazardous area junction boxes are available in standard Abtech Grey or as a Black Carbon-loaded version for anti-static applications. They are ingress protected to IP66/67 and have also been Shell/ERA deluge tested for enhanced durability.
The BPGA range is dual-labelled ATEX and IECEx Junction Box & Enclosure, rated for temperatures of -50°C to +55°C (T5) and -50°C to +40°C (T6), making them suitable for Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas.
The Abtech BPGA GRP range is perfect for a wide variety of industrial applications, including:
Instrumentation junction boxes
Power distribution connections
For more hazardous area solutions, see our explosive atmospheres product range.
Junction Boxes & Enclosures
A hazardous area zone location according to ATEX in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of flammable substances in the form of gas, vapour or mist is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally.
A hazardous area zone location according to ATEX in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of flammable substances in the form of gas, vapour or mist is not likely to occur in normal operation but, if it does occur, persists for a short period only.
The ATEX Directive consists of two EU directives describing the type of equipment and hazardous area location within a potentially explosive atmosphere. ATEX originates its name from the French title of the 94/9/EC directive: Appareils destinés à être utilisés en ATmosphères EXplosibles.
Cable entries can be drilled in the enclosure or junction box door, sides or via the cable gland plates – cable entries can also be drilled through the rear face of the stainless steel enclosure (EEx’e’ hazardous area versions).
The hazardous area enclosures include a hinged, lift-off door secured to the junction box using 4 captive stainless steel screws which also maintain the correct compression on the gasket.
Zone 1 & Zone 2 GRP Assembled Enclosures & Junction Boxes – ATEX Hazardous Area
Hazardous Area Enclosures: Intrinsically Safe Junction Boxes
Abtech BPGA enclosures are certified according to leading hazardous area classifications including:
T&D, The Explosive Atmosphere Experts, provide a single-source capability for the most extensive range of Electrical, Mechanical, Process & Instrumentation Equipment suitable for hazardous area locations.
| Hazardous Area Coding & Zones | Zone 0 | Zone 20 | Zone 1 | Zone 21 | Zone 2 | Zone 22 |
| Ex e | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ||
| Ex ai Intrinsic Safety | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ |
| Ex ab | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ||
| Ex op is | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ |
| Ex nA | ♦ | ♦ | ||||
| Ex nR | ♦ | ♦ |
Abtech BPGA stainless steel enclosures are certified according to international hazardous area classifications including UL, CSA, IEC Ex, ATEX, FM, InMetro and TR CU.
Hazardous Area Electrical Enclosures & Junction Boxes
If in doubt, please contact T&D for specification support and selection advice about hazardous area junction boxes and enclosures.
| Abtech Part Number | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) | Weight (g) | Cable Entries | Blanking Plugs | Terminals | Earth Continuity Plate | Earth Stud |
| BPGA120 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | 4 x M20 (2 x Side A, 2 x Side C) | 4 off (Ex‘e’ rated) | 6 x SAK 2.5 (linked in pairs) | Yes (Copper) | Yes (Brass, M6) |
| BPGA125 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | 4 x M20 (2 x Side A, 2 x Side C) | 4 off (Ex‘e’ rated) | 6 x WDU 2.5 | Yes (Copper) | Yes (Brass, M6) |
| BPGA160 | 160 | 160 | 90 | 1740 | 4 x M20 (2 x Side A, 2 x Side C) | 4 off (Ex‘e’ rated) | 13 x SAK 2.5 | Yes (Copper) | Yes (Brass, M6) |
| Abtech Part Number | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) | Weight (g) | Colour | Terminals |
| BPGA120 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | Grey | 6 x SAK 2.5 |
| BPGA125 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | Grey | 6 x WDU 2.5 |
| BPGA160 | 160 | 160 | 90 | 1740 | Grey | 13 x SAK 2.5 |
| BPGA165 | 160 | 160 | 90 | 1740 | Grey | 13 x WDU 2.5 |
| BPGCA120 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | Black | 6 x SAK 2.5 |
| BPGCA125 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | Black | 6 x WDU 2.5 |
| BPGCA160 | 160 | 160 | 90 | 1740 | Black | 13 x SAK 2.5 |
| BPGCA165 | 160 | 160 | 90 | 1740 | Black | 13 x WDU 2.5 |
Abtech BPGA enclosures come equipped with terminals (SAK 2.5 or WDU 6), rail, copper earth continuity plate and are also fitted with a brass M6 internal/external earth stud. Each enclosure has four M20 tapped cable entries (two side A & two side C) and is supplied with certified blanking plugs.
With international hazardous area classifications, including ATEX, Abtech BPGA GRP junction boxes and enclosures are suitable for onshore and offshore installation in both Zone 1 & Zone 2 hazardous area locations. T&D provide pre-assembled terminal enclosures for use as hazardous area lighting, power, heat tracing and instrument junction boxes with increased safety, intrinsically safe and flameproof explosion protection methods – we can custom supply high voltage enclosures for 3.3kV, 6.6kV, 11kV and 33kV networks.
ATEX Enclosures are specially designed electrical junction boxes and enclosures certified for use in hazardous areas where explosive atmospheres may occur. They comply with ATEX and IECEx directives to ensure safety in Zone 1 and Zone 2 locations.
The Abtech BPGA ATEX Enclosures are ideal for lighting, small power, and routine maintenance applications. They are suitable for both onshore and offshore installations in Zone 1 & Zone 2 hazardous areas.
BPGA junction boxes are dual-certified with ATEX and IECEx. They also comply with TR CU, NEMA 4X, CSA, UL, and FM standards, making them suitable for multiple international markets.
BPGA enclosures are manufactured from impact-resistant glass-reinforced polyester (GRP) for durability. They are available in standard Abtech Grey or Black Carbon-loaded GRP for anti-static applications.
The BPGA ATEX Enclosures are rated to IP66/67, providing robust protection against dust and water ingress, ensuring long-term reliability in demanding environments.
Yes. Each BPGA enclosure includes four M20 tapped cable entries, which can be drilled through the door, sides, or rear to meet installation requirements. Certified blanking plugs are supplied as standard.
BPGA enclosures are certified for -50°C to +55°C at T5 and -50°C to +40°C at T6, making them suitable for a wide range of hazardous area environments.
Hazardous Area IBC heaters are designed for 1,000-litre intermediate bulk containers from all manufacturers and container types. Our Hazardous Area IBC Heater Jackets are designed for safe and reliable heating of intermediate bulk containers in Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 21, and Zone 22 environments. Certified to ATEX and IECEx standards, they ensure efficient heating while maintaining compliance with hazardous area regulations.
Our IBC Heater Jackets are engineered for safe, efficient heating of liquid contents in hazardous area IBCs. Designed for ATEX Zone 1 & 2 compliance, these jackets offer flexible installation, rapid heat-up, and robust construction for long-term industrial use.
Suitable for applications including chemicals, oils, resins, and other temperature-sensitive liquids, the jackets feature precise temperature control, durable insulation, and full safety certification to ensure reliable operation in the harshest conditions. Standard and bespoke hazardous area IBC heater solutions are available, with jackets customised to the required dimensions. The heaters are rated for ambient temperatures from −40 °C to +60 °C, with protection classes IP65 for gas and IP6X for dust, and a temperature classification of T3.
✔ Safe and reliable heating of IBCs in hazardous areas
✔ ATEX, IECEx and EAC certified for Zone 1 & 2, Zone 21 & 22
✔ Rapid heat-up and precise temperature control
✔ Durable insulation and flexible installation
✔ Suitable for chemicals, oils, resins, and other liquids
✔ Robust industrial construction for long-term use
✔ Can operate in extreme ambient conditions
✔ Easy connection and maintenance
✔ Heating chemicals, oils, and resins in IBCs
✔ Petrochemical and hazardous processing environments
✔ Offshore platforms, refineries, and industrial sites
✔ Frost protection for liquid storage
✔ Controlled heating in temporary storage areas
The Hazardous Area IBC Heater Jacket is designed to meet stringent safety standards, with full ATEX and IECEx certification for explosive gas (IIB) and dust (IIIC) atmospheres.
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