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Ex Compliance Specialists
 

Hazardous Area Inspections

for ATEX, EEHA, DSEAR, IEC

and Ex Compliance.

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World Wide Service

Onshore/Offshore

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INDEPENDENT VERIFICATION SPECIALISTS:

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  • Oil & Gas Upstream/Downstream

  • FPSO/FLNG and fixed offshore platforms

  • LNG Production and Storage

  • Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals

  • Tunneling, Power Stations and Utilities

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ACHILLES  Member

SAP ARIBA  Member

KBR, OMV, B&V, CVM   Registered Vendor

Constructionline   Member

ISO 9001 2015 Certified

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Ex Compliance Specialists

Atex Inspections Ltd. are a premier international hazardous area inspection company specializing in Ex Compliance.

With over 50 years experience working with Ex equipment, particularly in the Oil & Gas sector, we have established ourselves as leaders in the industry and our core business revolves around the inspection and compliance of Ex equipment within potentially explosive atmospheres.

 

At Atex Inspections Ltd. we prioritize safety and adherence to the highest industry standards and our team of Ex Compliance Specialists are dedicated to ensuring that your Ex equipment and facilities meet all the necessary regulatory requirements.

We stay up to date with all the very latest international standards and regulations related to hazardous areas to provide you with comprehensive inspections that instill confidence and assurance you are meeting the Ex Compliance requirements.

 

Our comprehensive inspection services will meticulously evaluate the condition, performance, and compliance of your Ex equipment and systems and identify any potential ignition risks or non-compliance issues. Our goal is to help you mitigate risks, protect your assets and safeguard the well-being of your personnel.

 

We understand the importance of compliance and the legal obligations that come with operating in potentially explosive atmospheres and our team of Ex experts possess the knowledge and expertise required to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and ensure that your organization meets all necessary Standards and Regulations. We assist you in achieving and maintaining Ex Compliance along with all the health and safety requirements that come with it.

 

Our commitment to excellence extends beyond inspections and we strive to build long-term partnerships with our clients, offering ongoing support and consultancy services tailored to your specific needs. Whether you require advice on risk management, training programs for your staff, or assistance in implementing best practices, our team is ready to provide you with comprehensive solutions.

 

Why Choose Us?

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Because we can provide competent, experienced and trusted Ex Compliance Inspectors or a complete Inspection Management Package designed to streamline the compliance process. You will be supported by Ex Compliance Managers, Project Managers, Inspection Supervisors, Work Pack Co-ordinators and Document Controllers to produce the required Explosion Protection Document, ATEX Ex register or EEHA Verification Dossier. With their expertise and industry knowledge our professionals will ensure your equipment and facility has fully documented evidence of Ex Compliance needed for Operational Readiness and Start-Up.

 

Our inspectors are also qualified, experienced electrical technicians which allows them not only to conduct thorough inspections but also to perform any necessary remedial repairs which would allow them to pass the inspection and sign-off the equipment as Compliant.

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Our team of dedicated professionals will work closely with you to develop a customized plan that aligns with your project's specific requirements. From managing inspections and documentation to co-ordinating schedules and resources, we take care of the entire process, allowing you to focus on other critical aspects of your project.

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We understand the significance of well-documented evidence of Ex compliance and our teams meticulously maintain detailed records and back-ups of all inspections, ensuring that you have comprehensive documentation to demonstrate compliance with regulatory standards for Insurance Companies, Governement Bodies and Health and Safety Executives. This documentation not only serves as proof of adherence but also provides you with the necessary information to address any compliance inquiries or future audits.

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Quality Assurance: We are an ISO 9001 certified company and we adhere to rigorous

quality assurance practices and procedures to guarantee the accuracy and reliability of our

inspection and verification processes. Our commitment to quality ensures that our clients

receive the highest level of service and accurate results.

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WORLD LEADERS FOR ALL YOUR Ex INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

Our knowledge and experience extends to:

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  • Oil and gas upstream/downstream

  • FPSO/FLNG and fixed offshore platforms

  • LNG Production and Storage

  • Chemicals and solvent recovery

  • Pharmaceuticals

  • Tunnelling

  • Utilities

  • Water treatment

  • Power generation with gas and biomass fuels

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We can provide cost effective solutions to Ex inspections with the maximum level of technical support and the minimum level of interruption to process and plant. We have experience of inspecting right through commissioning and start-up on new-build FPSO's and sites in full production with no downtime.

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100% Detailed inspection carried out on Shells SEA EAGLE FPSO Nigeria

Recent Ex Compliance Issues

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There have been many recent major oil and gas projects that have failed to meet the benchmark for Regulatory Ex Compliance and have subsequently suffered start-up delays and rework required in secondary locations to correct non-conformances.  This can be avoided through Ex Compliance forward planning and we can assist by:

 

  • Providing technical support, advice and clarification regarding Regulatory Requirements

  • Review of vendor purchase orders to ensure correct Ex certification requirements are captured and the equipment to be installed is suitable for use in the designated hazardous area

  • Providing UK qualified, certified Ex Inspectors or conducting Competency Assessments of local inspection teams

  • Conducting Competency Assessments of local Ex electrical equipment installers. We have experience of personnel installing certified Ex equipment who have no electrical background and no Ex training

  • To identify incorrect installation methods and practices right from the beginning and prevent them being duplicated throughout the whole project

  • Provide field workshops to familiarise the workforce and inspection teams with the full requirements of 60079-14 for installation and 60079-17 for inspections

  • Ensure all inspections are conducted and carried out correctly and professionally and accuracy is verified through regular inspection audits

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We have vast experience with onshore LNG production and storage as well as FLNG's like Shell's PRELUDE below where our new projects manager was OIM.

FLNG & LNG SERVICES

Shell's Prelude FLNG

UK LNG Storage

UK LNG Storage

Shell's Pearl GTL

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We not only provide full inspection, verification and compliance services for LNG and FLNG but we can also support operations through FEED to sustained operations, through Commissioning, Start Up and Operate phases to Industry Global Standards and to Project Delivery and contractual processes contributing to the success of project handover to asset teams and “Statement of Fitness” approval.

Latest News

ATEX Inspections LTD are proud to announce that we now have in place strategic contracts and Joint Venture Agreements with The Global Edge Consultants and Orion Group to provide inspection services in South Korea, China and around the world. Atex Inspections LTD will be providing the qualified, experienced inspection teams and our partners will be using their global network of offices and staff to provide local knowledge and support. This means that no matter where in the world your project is, Europe, Middle East, Asia, Australia, Africa, USA...... in fact, every oil producing country in the world... we've got it covered.

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ATEX Inspections LTD are also proud to announce the successful completion of our two latest contracts. The massive INPEX CPF below at the Geoje shipyard in South Korea and our latest project supporting Suncor Energy on their TERRA NOVA FPSO life extension project in Ferrol, Spain.

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We wish all our friends and colleagues on Terra Nova Bon Voyage and safe sailing on the journey back to Canada.

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TERRA NOVA FPSO

INPEX CPF. Geoje, South Korea

About US

ATEX Inspections Ltd provide full ATEX, EEHA, DSEAR and IEC 60079-17 Inspections. We have worked extensively throughout the UK as well as South Korea, China, Kazakhstan, Indonesia, Ghana and we have inspected ALL Shell offshore instalations in Nigeria.

 

OUR SERVICES

ATEX Inspections Ltd can provide a complete Ex inspection package anywhere in the world from one inspector to one hundred. All our inspectors are either COMPEX or EEHA certified and because we are ISO 9001 2015 certified you are guaranteed a quality, independently audited, world class service.  you are guaranteed a

 

WHAT IS ATEX

There is still a lot of uncertainty surrounding ATEX and what companies need to do to comply. We can take that responsibilty from you because we are ATEX experts who can ensure you meet your legal requirements and gain full compliance through our inspection services.

 

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