Changes to IEC/EN 60079-0 as Edition 8 is introduced
The European standard IEC/EN 60079-0 is familiar to many companies who require certification to ensure their products are safe for use in potentially explosive (Ex) environments. Some may be less familiar with the that this foundational international standard (and...
What’s New in the 6th Edition of the ATEX Guidelines – January 2026
The European Commission has released the 6th Edition of the ATEX 2014/34/EU Guidelines (2026), introducing key clarifications on spare parts, documentation formats, and trace heating systems. This update from ExVeritas outlines what’s changed and how it may impact your compliance strategy.
New IEC 60079-14:2024 Published!
Major Changes in the New IEC 60079-14:2024 just Published! IEC 60079:2024 contains the specific requirements for the design of electrical systems, selection, installation and the required initial inspection of electrical installations of Ex Equipment in, or...
EN1127-1:2011 withdrawn from the 1st February 2022
EN1127-1:2011 withdrawn from the 1st February 2022 EN1127-1:2009 has been one of the most widely used and referenced Standards and is included on numerous UK and European Declarations of Conformity. EN1127 is both a UKCA Designated Standard and ATEX Official...