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Certified Explosion Proof Solutions in UAE ATEX & IECEx Panel Manufacturer
When your operations run in Zone 1 or Zone 2 classified areas oil refineries, offshore platforms, petrochemical plants, gas processing facilities there is no margin for compromise. A single uncontrolled ignition source can result in catastrophic loss. Team Switchgear and Control LLC is a UAE-based manufacturer and supplier of certified explosion proof panels, switchgear, PLC systems, and hazardous area electrical solutions, built and tested to the highest international standards.
With over two decades of engineering experience and a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Dubai, we deliver complete, ATEX and IECEx certified explosion proof solutions to clients across the UAE, GCC, and internationally covering everything from initial specification through factory acceptance testing (FAT) and commissioning.
The term ‘explosion proof’ has a precise technical and regulatory meaning. It refers to electrical equipment designed, tested, and certified to prevent the ignition of flammable gases, vapours, or dusts that may be present in classified hazardous areas. In the UAE, all electrical equipment installed in classified locations must comply with the IEC 60079 series of standards and carry valid ATEX or IECEx certification as required.
What Does Explosion Proof Mean in UAE Industrial Contexts?
The term ‘explosion proof’ has a precise technical and regulatory meaning. It refers to electrical equipment designed, tested, and certified to prevent the ignition of flammable gases, vapours, or dusts that may be present in classified hazardous areas. In the UAE, all electrical equipment installed in classified locations must comply with the IEC 60079 series of standards and carry valid ATEX or IECEx certification as required by ADNOC specifications, UAE Fire and Life Safety Code, and free zone authority regulations.
True explosion proof equipment must be independently certified by an accredited certification body, carry the correct Ex marking, and be installed in strict accordance with IEC 60079-14. Equipment simply labelled ‘suitable for hazardous areas’ without valid certification is not compliant and presents an unacceptable safety and legal risk.
Explosion Protection Concepts What We Design and Build
Our engineering team designs and assembles panels to the following certified protection concepts, selected and combined based on your area classification, gas group, and temperature class:
| Concept | Marking | How It Works | Typical Application |
| Flameproof enclosure | Ex d | Contains internal explosion, prevents flame transmission to surrounding atmosphere | MCCs, PLC panels, starters, distribution boards in Zone 1/2 |
| Increased safety | Ex e | Eliminates ignition sources through enhanced construction no arcs or sparks under normal or fault conditions | Terminal boxes, JBs, motors, lighting in Zone 1/2 |
| Pressurisation / purging | Ex p | Maintains positive internal pressure with clean air or inert gas to exclude hazardous atmosphere | Large control panels, analyser houses, PLC cabinets Zone 1/2 |
| Intrinsic safety | Ex i | Limits electrical energy to levels incapable of causing ignition | Field instruments, sensors, transmitters Zone 0/1/2 |
| Non-sparking | Ex nA | Prevents arc and spark formation under normal operation | Equipment in Zone 2, lower-risk classified areas |
Hazardous Area Zone Classification Quick Reference
All our explosion proof solutions are designed and certified for the following zone classifications as applicable to your site area classification study:
| Zone | Hazard Description | Frequency of Occurrence | Equipment Category Required |
| Zone 0 | Explosive gas atmosphere present continuously or for long periods | Continuous | Category 1G (Ex ia) |
| Zone 1 | Explosive gas atmosphere likely to occur in normal operation | Intermittent | Category 1G or 2G (Ex d, Ex p, Ex e, Ex i) |
| Zone 2 | Explosive gas atmosphere not likely in normal operation, but possible for short periods | Abnormal | Category 1G, 2G or 3G (Ex d, Ex e, Ex n) |
| Zone 21 | Explosive dust cloud likely during normal operation | Intermittent | Category 1D or 2D |
| Zone 22 | Explosive dust cloud unlikely in normal operation | Abnormal | Category 1D, 2D or 3D |
Certifications and Standards
Every explosion proof panel and assembly we produce at Team Switchgear is designed, built, and documented to meet the following internationally recognised standards and certification schemes:
- ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU explosion proof equipment for European and GCC projects
- IECEx System (IEC 60079 series) internationally recognised certification accepted by ADNOC, Saudi Aramco, PDO, QatarEnergy, and all major UAE operators
- IEC 60079-0: General requirements for Ex equipment
- IEC 60079-1: Flameproof enclosures (Ex d)
- IEC 60079-2: Pressurised equipment (Ex p)
- IEC 60079-7: Increased safety (Ex e)
- IEC 60079-14: Installation of Ex equipment in hazardous areas
- NEC 500 / NEC 505 Class/Division system for USA and projects referencing US standards
- IP66 / IP67 ingress protection as standard on all Ex enclosures
Full certification documentation IECEx Certificates of Conformity, ATEX Declaration of Conformity, test reports, Ex marking schedules, and installation instructions is supplied with every unit delivered.
Industries We Serve in UAE and the GCC
Our explosion proof solutions are deployed across the most demanding industries operating in the UAE and across the wider GCC region:
- Oil and Gas onshore and offshore production, ADNOC-aligned specifications, wellhead platforms, gas processing
- Petrochemical and Refining refineries, LNG facilities, chemical processing plants
- Offshore Marine FPSOs, FSOs, drilling rigs, jack-up platforms, subsea control
- Power Generation and Utilities gas turbine plants, substations with classified areas
- Pharmaceutical and Food & Beverage areas with classified dust or vapour atmospheres
- Mining and Heavy Industry hazardous area electrical systems for extraction and processing
Why Specify Team Switchgear for Explosion Proof Solutions in UAE?
BARTEC Partnership: Team Switchgear is a partner and certified assembler for BARTEC one of the world’s leading ATEX/IECEx explosion proof equipment manufacturers. This gives our clients direct access to BARTEC’s certified enclosures, junction boxes, and accessories assembled locally in the UAE with full IECEx documentation.
UAE-Based Manufacturing: Our Dubai manufacturing facility means shorter lead times, lower logistics costs, and a local engineering team fully familiar with UAE regulatory requirements, ADNOC specifications, and the environmental conditions of Gulf projects. No import delays, no communication gaps between design and production.
100% Factory Acceptance Testing: Every panel that leaves our facility undergoes 100% FAT at our workshop including insulation resistance testing, high-voltage testing, functional logic testing (where applicable), and Ex enclosure verification. Clients and third-party inspectors (including TUV, Intertek, and Bureau Veritas) are routinely hosted for witnessed FAT.
Complete Turnkey Capability: We are a single-source partner for both explosion proof and safe area electrical systems. This eliminates the interface problems that arise when separate vendors supply hazardous and non-hazardous area panels your entire MCC room, control building, or process skid can be designed, built, and tested under one roof.
Over 20 Years Delivering to Major Projects: From Yamal LNG (Russia) to Qatar Gas Jetty, Buzios P79 (Brazil) to Tengizchevroil (Kazakhstan), Team Switchgear has supplied certified explosion proof and safe area panels to Tier 1 EPC contractors including Technip, Petrofac, Saipem, McDermott, and Chevron with 28,000+ panels supplied worldwide.
What certifications are required for explosion proof equipment in UAE?
In the UAE, electrical equipment installed in classified hazardous areas must comply with the IEC 60079 series of standards. ADNOC-governed projects require IECEx certification as a minimum, with the supporting Certificate of Conformity (CoC), test report, and installation instructions to be supplied with the equipment. ATEX-certified equipment is also widely accepted, particularly on projects involving European EPC contractors or international clients. Equipment must be marked with the appropriate Ex marking, zone, gas group, and temperature class.
What is the difference between ATEX and IECEx certification?
ATEX is a European Union directive governing equipment for use in explosive atmospheres and is widely specified on European and GCC projects. IECEx is an internationally recognised certification scheme administered by the IEC and accepted in over 80 countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Australia, and South Africa. Both reference the same IEC 60079 technical standards. For UAE Oil & Gas projects, IECEx is the preferred certification. Our team can advise which certification is appropriate for your specific project and client specification.
Can Team Switchgear supply explosion proof panels for Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas?
Yes. We design, manufacture, and test explosion proof panels for Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 21, and Zone 22 classified areas. Our panels are built using certified BARTEC enclosures and populated with Siemens, Schneider, and ABB components, assembled to IEC 60079 standards in our Dubai facility. Each panel is supplied with full ATEX/IECEx certification documentation, a complete Ex dossier, and FAT test records.
What gas groups and temperature classes do your panels cover?
Our explosion proof panels are designed to cover gas groups IIA, IIB, and IIB+H2 (Hydrogen applications) as required with IIC available on request for the most demanding applications. Temperature classes T1 through T6 are covered depending on the selected enclosure and internal component heat dissipation analysis. Gas group and temperature class are confirmed at the design stage based on the client’s area classification and hazardous area dossier.
Do you perform Factory Acceptance Testing on explosion proof panels?
Yes 100% FAT is performed at our Dubai manufacturing facility on every panel we produce. FAT testing includes insulation resistance testing, high-voltage testing, functional testing of control logic and interlocks, Ex enclosure integrity checks, and review of all documentation. Witnessed FAT by the client’s representative or an approved third-party inspection body (TUV, Intertek, Bureau Veritas) is accommodated as standard.
What is the lead time for explosion proof panels from UAE?
Lead times depend on the complexity and scope of the panel. Standard Ex d junction boxes and local control stations can typically be delivered within 4–8 weeks from order confirmation and approved drawings. Full explosion proof MCCs, PLC panels, or complex Ex switchgear projects typically require 10–16 weeks from approved design. Because we manufacture locally in Dubai, we can often deliver faster than import-based suppliers. Contact our team for a project-specific schedule.