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Explosion Protection

Explosion protection comprises all measures preventing or minimising the occurrence or effects of explosions in industrial plants. Protection is essential, especially in areas with combustible gases, vapours, or dust, to reduce hazards to people, plants, and the environment.

Suitable technical designs, specialised materials, and preventive safety precautions ensure no ignitable atmosphere can develop and that effective ignition sources are avoided. Legal requirements and standards, such as the European ATEX Directive, regulate explosion protection and define requirements for devices and equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres.