Explosive atmospheres can occur wherever gases, vapours, mists or combustible dusts may be present. This is why ATEX regulations are especially relevant for sectors such as petrochemical, chemical production, food processing, utilities, mining, logistics, heavy industry and many other field operations.
But safety requirements should not force teams back to paper.
Operators still need to scan barcodes, identify people, register assets, validate maintenance tasks, control access, communicate with colleagues and keep data flowing between the field and business systems.
That is exactly where eutronix can help.
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The challenge: standard devices do not belong everywhere
Many industrial teams face the same problem.
They have digital workflows in place for warehouses, logistics, maintenance or access control. But once the process enters a hazardous area, standard smartphones, tablets, barcode scanners or RFID readers are no longer suitable.
This creates several operational pain points:
- Teams go back to paper forms;
- Data is entered twice;
- Errors increase;
- Traceability becomes less reliable;
- Field teams lose time;
- IT teams struggle to standardise devices;
- Safety managers need clear proof of compliance.
❓ In hazardous areas, the question is not only: “Does the device work?”
❓The real question is: “Is this the right device for this classified environment?”
ATEX mobility is about more than certification
Of course, certification is essential.
The ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU covers equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres before products are placed on the EU market.
But for operational teams, certification is only the starting point.
A good ATEX mobility project also needs to answer very practical questions:
- Which zone does the device need to enter?
- Do users need Android or Windows?
- Is barcode scanning required?
- Is RFID or NFC needed?
- Will users wear gloves?
- Does the device need Push-to-Talk?
- How long should the battery last?
- Is 4G, 5G, Wi-Fi or private network connectivity required?
- How will the devices be managed, charged, mounted and supported?
💡 This is where eutronix brings value: not only by supplying ATEX-certified hardware, but by helping companies select the right solution for the real working environment.
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Mobile computers for ATEX and hazardous-area workflows
For teams that need barcode scanning, mobile data capture and enterprise connectivity, eutronix can deploy rugged mobile computers from partners such as Honeywell.
Depending on the configuration, devices such as the Honeywell CT47 and CK67 bring enterprise mobility features into hazardous-area projects: rugged design, professional scanning, 5G and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, Android lifecycle support, NFC, Push-to-Talk capabilities and industrial accessories.
Honeywell CK67
The CK67 mobile computers are ultra-rugged for the most demanding warehouse and DC environments and are designed to maximize productivity on the different workflows in the field.
Honeywell CT47
CT47 mobile computers are ultra-rugged,all-purpose hand-held devices, providing reliable performance, 5G data connectivity and communications for frontline mobile workers in warehouse, logistics and fieldwork.
These devices are particularly relevant for workflows such as:
- Warehouse and yard operations;
- Transport and logistics;
- Field service;
- Distribution centres;
- Industrial maintenance;
- Asset identification;
- Goods-in / goods-out scanning;
- Inventory and traceability.
✅ The benefit is simple: teams can keep using digital workflows, even in more demanding and regulated environments.
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Rugged ATEX phones and tablets for field teams
Not every hazardous-area user needs a full mobile computer.
Some teams need a rugged phone for communication.
Others need a tablet for forms, maintenance instructions, inspection reports, checklists or field applications.
eutronix can also deploy ATEX rugged phones and tablets from Athesi, including Android and Windows-based solutions.
Athesi E28X
ATEX rugged phone designed for reliable communication in hazardous environments.
Athesi E40X
ATEX rugged smartphone designed for safe use in hazardous environments.
NEW – Athesi E65X2
A rugged 6.5" Android 16 smartphone designed for ATEX Zone 2 environments, featuring 5G connectivity, 8 GB RAM, 128 GB storage, NFC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, camera and dedicated PTT and SOS buttons. IP68 and MIL-STD-810H certified.
Available from August 2026.
Athesi E10WX
A rugged 10.1" Windows 11 tablet designed for ATEX Zone 1 environments, with a high-brightness 700-nit display and 8 GB/128 GB or 16 GB/256 GB configurations. It features Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, camera, dedicated PTT and SOS buttons, a 5,550 mAh battery, IP68 protection and MIL-STD-810H compliance.
Athesi E50AT
Explosion proof design for Petrochemical and Electric Utility Industry.
Athesi E10AT / E10TAT
The 10.1'' Windows 11 PRO / Android rugged tablet certified ATEX Zone 2
Depending on the project, these devices can support:
- Push-to-Talk communication;
- SOS functions;
- NFC identification;
- GPS / GNSS positioning;
- camera-based documentation;
- optional thermal imaging;
- glove-friendly touchscreens;
- IP-rated protection;
- long battery life;
- field-ready accessories.
⚠️ For industries such as petrochemical, utilities, food processing, mining or heavy industrial sites, this means field teams can stay connected, document their work and access digital tools while respecting the constraints of hazardous areas.
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ATEX RFID readers for secure identification
ATEX is not only about mobile computers and tablets.
RFID is also a key part of many hazardous-area workflows, especially when companies need to identify people, vehicles, assets, tools or equipment without manual entry.
eutronix can deploy ATEX-certified RFID readers designed for access control, operator identification, fleet access, time registration or secure site entry.
AceProx ExRead 01
ATEX explosion-proof proximity reader for secure access control in hazardous industrial areas.
ProxTech ATEX-MF
ATEX-certified RFID reader for operator identification and access control in explosive environments.
Typical applications include:
- access control in petrochemical sites;
- driver or operator identification;
- secure entry to restricted areas;
- vehicle and fleet access systems;
- outdoor identification points;
- time and attendance in hazardous environments;
- RFID-based traceability for industrial assets.
ᯤ With support for technologies such as MIFARE, NFC, EM, HID Prox or secure 125 kHz formats depending on the reader, ATEX RFID makes it possible to keep identification workflows reliable, fast and compliant.
One environment, one device strategy
There is no universal ATEX device.
❌ A Zone 1/21 requirement is not the same as a Zone 2/22 requirement.
❌ A maintenance technician does not work like a warehouse operator.
❌ A petrochemical site does not have the same needs as a food processing plant or a utility company.
✅️ That is why eutronix always starts from the use case.
We help define:
- The hazardous zone classification;
- The required device category;
- The right form factor;
- The operating system;
- The scanning or RFID technology;
- The connectivity requirements;
- The accessories and charging setup;
- The deployment and support model.
The goal is not to add another device to the field.
The goal is to make sure the right device supports the right workflow, safely and efficiently.
Need to understand ATEX first?
If you want to better understand ATEX zones, equipment categories and hazardous-area classification, eutronix safety has published a dedicated guide to ATEX standards.
It is a useful first step before choosing mobile devices, RFID readers or other certified equipment for explosive atmospheres.
Let’s find the right ATEX solution for your field operations
Whether you need ATEX mobile computers, rugged phones, industrial tablets or RFID readers, eutronix can help you select and deploy the right solution for your environment.
From petrochemical plants to food production, from utilities to logistics and heavy industry, we help operational teams keep working safely, digitally and efficiently.
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