ATEX Floor Scales – Certified Platform & Floor Weighing for Hazardous Areas
Our ATEX floor scales are certified platform weighing systems designed for accurate, safe weighing of pallets, drums, IBCs, and heavy loads in potentially explosive atmospheres. Approved for Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 21, and Zone 22 classified hazardous areas, they provide a compliant weighing solution for chemical processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, oil and gas, paint production, and grain handling environments where standard electrical weighing equipment cannot be safely used.
ATEX floor scales combine the practical functionality of a standard low-profile platform scale — allowing pallets, drums, and wheeled containers to be driven or rolled directly onto the platform — with the intrinsically safe engineering required for hazardous area certification. ATEX-certified load cells are integrated into the platform structure, connected via certified junction boxes and safety barriers to indicators that can be located in the safe area. Stainless steel platform construction with high IP ratings ensures the scales withstand the chemical exposure, washdown, and demanding conditions typical of hazardous area production environments. Full ATEX certification documentation is supplied with every system.
Key Features
- ATEX certified for Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 21, and Zone 22 hazardous area classifications
- Intrinsically safe (Ex i) load cell system for connection to safe area indicators via certified safety barriers
- Low-profile platform design allowing pallets, drums, and wheeled loads to be driven or rolled on
- Stainless steel platform construction with high IP ratings for chemical and washdown environments
- High-capacity weighing from 300 kg to 3,000 kg+ for a wide range of hazardous area loads
- Compatible with ATEX weight indicators and standard safe-area indicators via certified barriers
- ATEX-certified junction boxes available for multi-load-cell installations
- Full ATEX certification documentation supplied as standard
Common Applications
- Chemical processing — drum, IBC, and pallet weighing of flammable solvents, reagents, and raw materials
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing — bulk material and IBC weighing in solvent-rich production and dispensing areas
- Paint and coatings — platform weighing of flammable pigment, resin, and solvent containers
- Oil and gas — floor scale weighing in Zone 1 and Zone 2 classified process and storage areas
- Grain and flour milling — Zone 21 and Zone 22 dust hazard platform weighing in milling and storage facilities
- Solvent and chemical distribution — accurate pallet and drum weight verification for despatch compliance
All ATEX floor scales are supplied with full certification documentation. The complete hazardous area weighing system — including platform, load cells, junction boxes, safety barriers, cabling, and indicator — must be assessed as a whole for ATEX compliance. Contact our technical team before purchasing to confirm the correct zone classification, equipment category, and gas group for your installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ATEX zones are these floor scales certified for?
Our ATEX floor scales are certified for Zone 1 and Zone 2 (gas and vapour explosive atmospheres) and Zone 21 and Zone 22 (combustible dust explosive atmospheres). Zone 1 certified equipment can also be used in Zone 2 areas. Always confirm the zone classification of your specific installation before selecting equipment — contact our team for guidance.
Can the weight indicator be located outside the hazardous zone?
Yes — this is one of the key advantages of intrinsically safe (Ex i) system design. The ATEX-certified load cells and platform are in the hazardous zone, connected via certified Zener barriers or galvanic isolators to a standard indicator in the safe area. This minimises the amount of ATEX-certified equipment in the hazardous zone and simplifies maintenance. Our team can advise on the correct barrier specification for your installation.
Can ATEX floor scales be used for legal-for-trade applications?
Some models in our range carry both ATEX certification and OIML trade approval, making them suitable for commercial transactions in hazardous area environments — such as chemical or solvent trading by weight. Please confirm both ATEX zone certification and trade approval status with our team before purchasing for legal-for-trade applications.
Do I need a DSEAR risk assessment before purchasing ATEX floor scales?
Yes. Under UK DSEAR, employers must carry out a risk assessment to classify hazardous zones and specify the correct equipment category. ATEX floor scales must be selected to match the zone classification determined by this assessment by a competent person. Our technical team can advise on the correct specification once you have your zone classification confirmed.
Is UKAS calibration available for ATEX floor scales?
Yes. UKAS-traceable calibration certificates are available on request for complete ATEX floor scale systems. Calibration in hazardous areas must follow appropriate safe working procedures for the classified zone. Contact our team for calibration, commissioning, and ongoing service support.
