News

Grundon Waste Management invests in ATEX explosion proof JCB electric Teletruk forklifts for Hazardous Waste Transfer Station in Oxfordshire, UK

Battery manufacturer Midac has extended its forklift battery range to include explosion proof batteries with the help of Pyroban’s Ex-Solutions Consulting team.

Do you operate an ATEX engine? Download Pyroban’s free white paper “How to remove plate-type exhaust flame arrestors on ATEX Cat. 3G engines”

If you use or service ATEX forklifts in the UK, here’s what you need to know about the Thorough Examination of explosion proof trucks

For 50 years, our technical integrity has been second to none in the conversion of lift trucks and power systems for use in hazardous areas.

“Exceptional” apprentice Matthew Turner has moved on to ATEX 2G conversions after four years. We are so impressed by his dedication & ability

Pyroban rents gas detection system Gascheka Zone 3 to forklift users to bridge safety gaps caused by extended OEM forklift production times

Pyroban’s Ever Clear long-life flame arrestor has been successfully deployed in ATEX Zone 2 generator sets by Rotorniaga in Malaysia

Temporary well service equipment is subjected to arduous environmental conditions during its working life and machines are often refurbished to extend the assets’ life cycle. In these changing times in the oil and gas markets, high quality refurbishment is becoming a critical part of the operator’s playbook, to keep cost effective equipment available for their clients.

We recently wrote a blog about our in-house Flame Non-Transmission (FNT) test cell explaining what it is, why we do it, where and how. It was a popular post that resonated with many of our customers, particularly those who have not been to the Pyroban facility or who don’t fully understand the lengths that we go to ensure safety.

There have been so many challenges faced by manufacturers across the world over the last few years who have experienced component supply shortages, issues around BREXIT, disruptions due to Covid-19, extended delivery lead times, excessive sickness in the workforce and much more.

To apply the CE marking (UKCA in the UK) for a converted ATEX forklift truck, it is fundamental that all requirements are addressed, not just ATEX. The EMC test is also very important. Here’s why.