GemmeCotti supplies ATEX pumps for potentially explosive atmospheres. Our ATEX EM series are suitable for ZONE 1 II2G and ZONE 2 II3G classified areas.

What does ATEX stand for? 

ATEX is an abbreviation for the French term “ATmosphères EXplosibles“, which translates to “Explosive Atmospheres” in English.   It refers to the European Union’s directives for regulating equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. These directives aim to protect workers from the risks associated with explosive environments.

What is the ATEX standard for the EU?

The ATEX standard for the EU is actually a set of directives that aim to protect workers from explosion risks in hazardous environments. There are two main directives, all our pumps comply with the technical and safety requirements of ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU
The Directive states that the manufacturers of equipment intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres shall draw up a written declaration of conformity of these products.

How are the ATEX Zones classified?

The term “ZONE 1” indicates an area where an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture of air or flammable substances (gas, vapour or mist) is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally.

The term “ZONE 2” indicates an area where an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture of air and flammable substances (gas, vapour or mist) is not likely to occur in normal operation. If it does occur, it will persist for a short period only.

 

What does GemmeCotti offer for potentially explosive atmospheres?

GemmeCotti ATEX pumps for potentially explosive atmospheres EM series includes 3 metallic pumps (AISI 316) and 6 plastic pumps (PP/PVDF).

ATEX PUMPS made of stainless steel AISI 316 suitable for ATEX ZONE 1 II2G and ZONE 2 II3G:

EM-C Atex centrifugal mag drive pumps:
Max flow 32 m3/h, max head 24 mlc
EM-P Atex rotary vane mag drive pumps:
Max Flow 2100 l/h, max head 13 bar
EM-T Atex turbine mag drive pumps:
Max Flow 7 m3/h, max head 78 mlc

GemmeCotti ATEX pumps in AISI 316

ATEX PUMPS made of plastic materials PP/PVDF suitable for ATEX ZONE 2 II3G:

EM-C PP-PVDF Atex centrifugal mag drive pumps:
Flow up to 130 m3/h, head up to 48 mlc
EM-C SP PP-PVDF Atex centrifugal mag drive pumps:
Flow up to 25 m3/h, head up to 22 mlc
EM-T PP-PVDF Atex turbine mag drive pumps:
Max capacity: 9 m3/h, max head: 50 mlc
EM-P PP-PVDF Atex vane mag drive pumps:
Max flow: 1000 l/h, max pressure 5 bar
EM-T SP Atex turbine self-priming pumps:
Max flow: 6 m3/h, max head 24 mlc
EM-CO Atex mechanical seal pump:
Flow up to 58 m3/h, head up to 38 mlc

GemmeCotti ATEX pumps in PP/PVDF

ALL THESE ATEX PUMPS ARE SUITABLE TO TRANSFER:

  • Acids and bases
  • Corrosive, toxic and dangerous liquids
  • Hydrocarbons, pyrophorics and other flammables
  • Heat transfer oils
  • Refrigerants and cryogenics
  • Radioactive liquids

Our ATEX pumps are suitable for various applications and they are supplied with the ATEX certificate for ATEX ZONE 1 and 2.

You should specify the ATEX zone in your enquiry, our sales office will select the right pump according to your requirements.

All the pumps include the required protective systems.

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