IECEx standard’s objective is the facilitation of international trade in equipment used in explosive environments, while maintaining the required level of safety

Which means:

  • Reduced testing and certification costs to manufacturer
  • Reduced time to market
  • International confidence in the product assessment process
  • one international database listing
  • Maintaining International Confidence in equipment and services covered by IECEx Certification

Overview of the IECEx Schemes

While the IECEx standards define the safety requirements, IECEx certification schemes ensure those standards are met through rigorous testing, auditing, and surveillance.

Below is a brief overview of each scheme. For full details, please visit our dedicated page: Learn more about the IECEx Schemes

IECEx Certified Equipment Scheme

This scheme certifies products that meet the applicable IEC standards through testing and factory audits. It provides manufacturers with an internationally recognized Certificate of Conformity.
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IECEx Certified Facilities Scheme

This covers the certification of service facilities—such as those repairing or overhauling Ex equipment—to ensure the original safety features are preserved.
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The Ex Mark of Conformity System

A globally accepted mark that indicates equipment has been tested, certified, and is under ongoing surveillance by approved IECEx certifiers.
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IECEx Certification | Why IECEx Standards and Certification Matter

Compliance with IECEx standards and obtaining IECEx certification ensures that equipment used in explosive atmospheres meets internationally accepted safety and reliability requirements. This supports global trade, ensures worker safety, and simplifies regulatory approvals across multiple markets.

What are IECEx standards?
IECEx standards define the requirements for equipment used in explosive atmospheres. They help ensure that products are designed, tested and certified consistently for hazardous area applications across international markets.
How do IECEx standards support hazardous area safety?
IECEx standards support hazardous area safety by setting requirements for equipment design, testing, certification and marking. This helps ensure that products are suitable for use in environments where explosive atmospheres may occur.
What is the relationship between IECEx certification and IECEx standards?
IECEx certification uses international standards to assess whether equipment is suitable for explosive atmospheres. The standards define the technical requirements, while certification provides evidence that the product has been assessed against those requirements.
Are IECEx standards relevant to ATEX products?
IECEx standards and ATEX requirements are closely related because both are concerned with safe equipment use in explosive atmospheres. However, ATEX applies to the European market, while IECEx is an international certification framework.