2010-03-10 - ABB is the first motor manufacturer in the world to be granted a License to use the IECEx Conformity Mark. This means that ABB can display the IECEx Conformity Mark on products covered by an IECEx Certificate of Conformity, and on packaging and promotional materials.
The IECEx Conformity Mark shows that a product has been granted an IECEx Certificate of Conformity. IECEx Certification confirms that the product has the appropriate protection for use in explosive atmospheres and that it has been manufactured under systems subject to ongoing surveillance by Certification Bodies. It is recognized in all the countries participating in the IECEx System, and also means that the product can be supplied to the market without the need for additional tests.
The IECEx Conformity Mark System was introduced in 2008. IECEx Conformity Mark Licenses are issued by approved Certification Bodies in IECEx participating countries.
ABB has been granted IECEx Certification for a wide range of low and high voltage motors, and these can therefore display the IECEx Conformity Mark. The hazardous area protection types provided by these motors include
* Flameproof Ex d
* Non-sparking Ex nA
* Pressurized Ex p
* Dust tight Ex tD
The IECEx Conformity Mark License will considerably enhance ABB’s ability to market its products globally. It complements ABB’s existing ATEX approval, which is based on two EU Directives governing the use of equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres.
The IECEx Conformity Mark License for ABB motors is issued by
LCIE-Bureau Veritas. LCIE has been providing product certification services within the IECEx System since 2002. It was granted approval to issue IECEx Conformity Mark Licenses in 2008.
VTT Expert Services Ltd. VTT has been operating within the IECEx System for certification of products since 2006. It gained the necessary approval to issue IECEx Conformity Mark Licenses in 2008.
IECEx
The IEC System for Certification to Standards relating to equipment for use in explosive atmospheres. Further information about IECEx may be found at www.iecex.com
LCIE
LCIE is widely recognized at both the European and international levels for its expertise in the fields of testing, certification, audits, inspections and training. Operating as a key partner in the areas of electrical and electronic product safety assessment, LCIE guides organizations in a diverse range of industries through all the phases from design to product sales.
VTT
VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland is a leading applied research organization in Northern Europe and part of the Finnish innovation system. Operating under the domain of Finland’s Ministry of Employment and Economy, VTT offers services such as assessments, testing, certifications and inspections.
ABB Group
ABB (www.abb.com) is a leader in power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve performance while lowering environmental impact. The ABB Group operates in around 100 countries and employs about 117,000 people.