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30 April 2017 W O R K S H O P more important than this, a worker may have been injured in the incident. Konecranes understands that staff are any company’s most valuable asset and we design cranes to the highest levels of safety to minimise any risk to human life. It avoids additional risk In addition to the safety risks outlined in point one, there may be liability issues for crane operators and owners if they were aware they were working in a potentially high explosive environment in industries such as petro-chemical, power and gas, steel, mining, ports and infrastructure, pulp and paper, general manufacturing or automotive and didn’t select a crane with ATEX and IECEx certification. If a person is injured and finds out that an ATEX and IECEx certified crane was needed for that environment, there may be legal consequences for the owner/ operator. You get the most out of your crane. Design life for ATEX and IECEx compliant cranes is as good, or better because maintenance of these cranes has to be subjected to additionally close scrutiny. In order to maintain compliance with ATEX and IECEx regulations, these cranes have to be regularly inspected, serviced and quality control checked, which means there is a high level of traceability and a lower chance of problems occurring that would reduce design life. While Australia has an exceptionally good safety record and culture when it comes to equipment like cranes, it still adds further value to have constant traceability and to optimise the efficiency and design life of the crane. For hazardous and explosive environments, Konecranes believes specifying an ATEX and IECEx approved crane is essential. We operate under the slogan ‘hooked on safety’ and every product we produce or service we provide has safety as a core focus. For Konecranes, if you see a product with EX in front of it, you know that it has been certified for use in explosive environments, often with multiple certifications. These products have the same features and advantages as the regular ranges, but with additional safety features to safeguard them in explosive environments. These additional features include special continuous temperature control; thermal protection; sparkproof, flameproof and dustproof covers; enclosed parts; electrical enclosures; overload switches; pushbuttons and limit switches. both steel and aluminium, the weld-free modular system makes the cranes safer and easier to install, maintain and modify. EX manual hoists and trolleys:Konecranes EKM2 manual chain hoists and EKPT manual trolleys don’t need electrical power. That means you can lift in places where electricity is not available or difficult to connect. They are a cost-effective solution when you don’t need them to lift every day. Safety is always crucial at Konecranes. The mechanics of the EKM2 and the EKPT have been designed to reduce the risk of sparks under normal operating conditions, earning them an ATEX certificate. No electronics means no risk of a short circuit in a hazardous environment. KONECRANES EX CRANES EXCXT electric wire rope hoists: The Konecranes EXCXT electric hoist with wire rope brings a new approach to lifting in hazardous environments. A special version of our popular CXT hoist, unique mechanics reduce ignition risks under standard operating conditions. Constantly updated with the latest technology, the EXCXT has created a new industry benchmark that’s hard to beat. International EX certification, namely ATEX, CSA US, IECEX and InMetro for gas and dust is one important factor to prove that safety is always the highest priority for us at Konecranes. Class F insulation, IP65 protection for electrical enclosures and IP66 for motors comes standard. The electrical components and motor are designed and built to EX regulations, and are carefully shielded inside enclosures with de-protection. EXN electric chain hoist cranes: The Konecranes EXN electric chain hoist crane offers a level of safety and versatility we are proud of in small load lifting. Using a sturdy steel structure and a full set of components designed specifically for use in cranes in hazardous areas, you can rely on the EXN crane to lift up to five metric tons in most hazardous environments. Full EX certification shows that our equipment is designed to maximise crane safety in hazardous environments. A unique mechanical configuration reduces the likelihood of sparks and other ignition risks under normal operating conditions. Electric chain hoists: The Konecranes EXN electric chain hoist offers the high level of safety and reliability needed in a hazardous environment. Highperformance motors, reliable 48V contactor controls and easy maintenance contribute to keeping your hoists running with a minimal amount of down time. EX certification, namely ATEX, CSA Canada, IECEX and INMETRO indicates design for safety in hazardous environments. A special mechanical configuration minimises the chance of sparks under normal operating conditions. Flameproofing, EX enclosures and epoxy paint give physical surfaces strong protection. EX workstation cranes: Konecranes EX workstation cranes give your productivity a boost when you install them in your facility. With ATEX and IECEX certified electrics and a strong metal structure, a 2,000kg capacity and an optimised working area below, they fit perfectly into most hazardous environment. Machined wheels and quality bearings ensure smooth travelling and reduce noise. Available in


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