Monthly ATEX support for industrial facilities
Quarterly site visits, monthly expert consultation, practical control of Ex equipment and ongoing explosion protection support for facilities where ATEX compliance can't be handled as a last-minute, campaign-style task.
Why it's worth considering
- Predictable monthly cost instead of last-minute corrective actions.
- May reduce the risk of large unexpected costs caused by failures, shutdowns and compliance gaps.
- External ATEX expert support for technical managers and EHS teams.
- Quarterly on-site presence, not only remote consulting.
- Practical control of Ex equipment, zone boundaries and technical changes.
- Subscriber priority: monthly-support clients get priority for any other ad-hoc ATEX need throughout the subscription period.
Introductory offer for contracts confirmed by 31 July 2026
During the three-month introductory campaign, industrial companies choosing a longer-term cooperation can start their ongoing ATEX support with a discounted monthly fee.
discount every month from the monthly support fee
discount every month from the monthly support fee
ATEX compliance doesn't happen once a year
Technology, material use, maintenance, equipment purchases and operating conditions change continuously. Yet in many facilities, explosion protection documentation is only reviewed when an audit, insurer request or authority inspection is approaching.
Typical problem
- It's not clear whether the documentation is still up to date
- New equipment is introduced without ATEX pre-screening
- Everything has to be checked in a rush before an audit
- The technical or EHS manager is left alone with specialist ATEX questions
- Defects are discovered late, when intervention is already more expensive
Solution: monthly ATEX expert support
- Regular on-site presence
- Ongoing professional availability
- ATEX review of changes before implementation
- Deficiency list and recommended actions
- Predictable monthly cost instead of unexpected large corrective expenses
Why monthly ATEX support also makes business sense
Neglected explosion protection is not only a technical issue; it's also a financial risk. A failure, shutdown, audit finding or authority issue can often cost far more than regular preventive control.
Predictable monthly cost
The company can plan ATEX expert support in advance instead of treating each issue as a separate unplanned expense.
Fewer unexpected expenses
Regular control can help identify defects and gaps early, before they lead to costly repairs, shutdowns or urgent documentation work.
Lower compliance risk
Documentation gaps, unsuitable Ex equipment or undocumented technical changes can become serious issues during audits, insurer reviews or authority inspections.
Who is monthly ATEX support for?
For industrial companies where flammable gases, vapours, mists, dusts or combustible materials create a need for continuous technical control.
Paint, solvent and chemical facilities
Paint mixing, washing areas, solvent cleaning, chemical storage, dosing, closed or partially open processes.
Food industry and dusty processes
Flour, sugar, powders, granules, packaging materials, dosing, conveying, bagging and extraction systems.
Printing, packaging and manufacturing
Solvent-based technologies, printing inks, cleaning agents, adhesives and technical modifications.
Sites under audit and maintenance pressure
Where EHS, maintenance or technical managers regularly need support for ATEX-related decisions.
Why EHS capacity alone is often not enough
In many companies the natural response is that ATEX topics are handled by the EHS, HSE or safety team. This internal role is essential, but explosion protection often requires specialist engineering, field experience and specific technical tools.
The EHS role is important, but not always sufficient
- EHS may not have detailed Ex electrical and mechanical engineering background
- There may be no capacity for regular on-site ATEX control
- Assessing the condition of Ex equipment requires specialist experience
- The link between documentation, zone classification, equipment changes and maintenance can break down
- Before an audit, missing records or certificates are often discovered too late
We support the EHS team with ATEX expertise
- ATEX engineering support for technical decisions
- On-site explosion protection walkthroughs and practical checks
- Preliminary ATEX review of Ex equipment, machines and process modifications
- Structured deficiency lists and action points
- A technical bridge between EHS, maintenance, engineering and project teams
What is included in monthly support?
The aim is not to create new documentation every month, but to keep the facility's ATEX status under continuous control.
Quarterly site visit
Regular technical review of selected hazardous or potentially affected areas on site.
Monthly online consultation
Discussion of current questions, changes, purchases, audit preparation or technical dilemmas.
E-mail-based expert support
Short, targeted ATEX opinions and guidance within the agreed support framework.
Deficiency list management
Structuring identified ATEX risks, documentation gaps and recommended actions into a trackable format.
Change management support
Preliminary ATEX review of new equipment, new materials, process changes or maintenance-related modifications.
Audit and insurer support
Expert support for internal audits, customer audits, insurer questions or preparation for authority inspections.
Field-level ATEX support and specialist tools
Inspection, documentation and fault identification in hazardous areas can't always be performed with standard office tools or general maintenance equipment.
A mindset adapted to hazardous areas
In ATEX zones it matters what device, instrument, camera, thermal camera or hand tool is used. Field work must be planned with zone classification, ignition-source risk and site rules in mind.
Practical control of Ex equipment
Not only about documents: the aim is also to review Ex equipment, zone boundaries, ventilation, markings, physical condition and maintenance issues in practice.
Support for inspections and records
Inspection, record keeping, condition monitoring and maintenance documentation of Ex equipment are highly regulated — internal teams get external technical support here.
Identifying field defects and risks
Many ATEX problems are visible not in documentation but on site: damaged glands, unsuitable cable entries, missing markings, ageing equipment, modified processes or undocumented interventions.
Specialist tools without major investment
Hazardous-area cameras, industrial imaging tools, thermal cameras and instruments require significant investment. For many companies, maintaining a full in-house toolset is not economical.
Engineering background with field reality
Not only a theoretical documentation perspective: practical aspects of site operation, maintenance, electrical systems, machinery and process environment are included too.
How the cooperation starts
Monthly ATEX support is not a generic consulting service. First we need to understand the real process, documentation status and risk points of the facility.
Online pre-screening
A short discussion about the technology, materials and available documentation.
Initial site visit
Review of the main ATEX-relevant areas, zones, equipment and documentation status.
Support framework
We define the required frequency, availability and focus areas for the cooperation.
Ongoing control
Monthly consultation, quarterly site visits and handling of current ATEX questions.
Monthly ATEX support packages
The packages below are indicative service structures; the monthly fees shown are net starting fees. The final monthly fee depends on facility size, risk profile, location, required availability and the current documentation status.
ATEX Basic Support
For smaller facilities and basic support needs.
- Monthly online consultation
- Limited e-mail support
- 1 site visit per year
- Basic documentation review
- Preliminary ATEX opinion for smaller questions
- Support for EHS or technical managers
ATEX Compliance Partner
The best starting point for most industrial facilities.
- 1 on-site engineering day per quarter
- Monthly online consultation + e-mail support
- ATEX deficiency list management
- Preliminary review of technical changes
- ATEX pre-screening of equipment purchases
- On-site review of Ex equipment condition, field documentation
- Support for EHS and maintenance teams
- Support for audits and insurer questions
ATEX Premium Support
For larger, more complex or more sensitive facilities.
- More frequent on-site support
- Extended online availability
- Extended field-level ATEX support with specialist tools
- Annual ATEX compliance summary
- Technical opinion before project launch
- Supplier documentation review
- Support for Ex inspection and maintenance records
- Regular condition monitoring in hazardous areas
What is included, and what is not?
The purpose of monthly support is continuous expert control. Larger design or documentation tasks are handled under a separate offer.
Monthly support typically includes
- Site visits according to the selected package
- Online expert consultation, short ATEX opinions
- Deficiency list and recommended action points
- Preliminary ATEX review of smaller modifications
- Review of Ex equipment, markings, zone boundaries and field conditions
- Support for EHS, maintenance and technical management teams
- Support for audit, insurer or internal compliance questions
A separate offer is required for
- Complete new explosion protection documentation (EPD)
- Full reclassification of hazardous zones
- Larger ATEX design tasks
- Multi-day site surveys or implementation support
- Accredited measurements and laboratory testing
- Full authority or legal representation
- Larger repair, installation or modification works
Request an offer for monthly ATEX support
If your facility has hazardous technology, solvents, dust, combustible materials or Ex zones, monthly expert support can help keep ATEX compliance under control.
- Briefly describe the technology and ATEX relevance
- Indicate whether explosion protection documentation already exists
- Describe how often on-site support may be needed
- Indicate if you're interested in a 3-year or 5-year discounted contract
Frequently asked questions
Does this replace explosion protection documentation?
No. Monthly support does not automatically include preparing complete new explosion protection documentation. The purpose is to continuously monitor the existing status, changes and ATEX-related questions. If new or complete documentation is required, a separate offer is prepared.
Does this replace the EHS or HSE team?
No. The purpose is not to replace the EHS team but to strengthen it. EHS remains responsible for internal compliance processes, while we provide explosion protection engineering, field-level and documentation support for specialist ATEX questions.
How can this reduce unexpected costs?
Regular ATEX control can help identify documentation gaps, unsuitable Ex equipment, maintenance issues or process changes early. This may reduce the likelihood of urgent high-cost interventions, audit findings, authority issues, production shutdowns or last-minute corrective actions.
Why choose monthly support instead of a one-time inspection?
Because ATEX risk does not exist only on the day of inspection. New equipment, new materials, modified ventilation, maintenance interventions or audit questions can arise at any time. Monthly support provides continuous expert background for these situations.
Does the monthly fee include repair or installation work?
The monthly fee primarily includes expert support, site review, documentation control and ATEX guidance. Larger repair, installation, modification or multi-day site works are handled under a separate offer.
How long is the multi-year contractual discount valid?
The introductory offer is valid for contracts ordered and confirmed by 31 July 2026. A 5% monthly fee discount is available for 3-year contracts and a 10% monthly fee discount for 5-year contracts.
Is this useful for smaller facilities?
Yes, if flammable materials, dust, solvents, paints, alcohol, chemicals or Ex-zoned equipment are present. For smaller companies, external ATEX expertise can be especially valuable because they often don't have a dedicated in-house explosion protection specialist.
Is there a minimum contract period?
Due to the nature of ongoing support, at least a 6-month cooperation period is recommended. Different structures may be possible based on individual agreement.