The milling and pasta sector is strategic, but the risk of explosions from combustible dust is high. Complying with ATEX regulations is a legal imperative and a crucial investment for safety and operational continuity.

This case history describes how a food machinery manufacturer, supported by the specialized consultancy of SMI Zanocco, transformed ATEX compliance into a competitive advantage.

The project was structured in key phases:

Consultancy and Documentation: Drafting of the ATEX Technical File, including component analysis, hazardous area classification, and ignition source identification.

Safe Design: Determination of the correct Equipment Protection Levels (EPL) for each machine, integrating technical solutions (such as targeted extraction systems) without compromising production efficiency.

Certification Support: Direct management of the process with the Notified Body, from document submission to feedback handling, ensuring compliance and optimizing timelines.

The benefits achieved are tangible:

Safety: Drastic reduction of explosion risk and protection of personnel and plants.

Compliance: Full adherence to directives, eliminating legal risks.

Market: ATEX certification facilitated access to demanding international markets.

Efficiency: Safer processes increased reliability, reducing machine downtime.

Reputation: Offering intrinsically safe machinery strengthened customer trust and competitive advantage.

In summary, an integrated technical-regulatory approach to ATEX safety proves to be a strategic investment, transforming an obligation into an element of quality, reliability, and market growth.

Transform your safety into an advantage too. Contact the ATEX specialists at SMI Zanocco.