Must-have for manufacturers, self-builders and maintainers of Ex products
A thorough ignition hazard assessment (IHA) is not an optional measure in practice – it is mandatory. When ATEX products are sold, modified, or custom-built, every potential ignition source must be systematically identified, assessed, and documented. This is precisely the focus of the one-day seminar at the House of Technology (HDT) in Essen.
🎯 Why this seminar?
The ZGB is a legally required step for ATEX products - regardless of whether they are electrical or purely mechanical. It is the deciding factor:
- Whether a product falls under the ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU
- Whether a new CE marking is required for conversions or repairs
- How the assessments must be formally and fully documented
The seminar shows in a practical way how to implement this mandatory task correctly - including an exchange with colleagues and valuable practical tips.
📋 Contents at a glance
- What is an ignition hazard assessment – who needs to carry it out?
- Procedure for electrical as well as non-electrical products
- Identification of typical ignition sources (temperature, sparks, friction, electrical components)
- Formal structure of the documentation and structured evaluation procedure
- Decision Basis: When is a new CE marking necessary?
- Exchange module: practical examples, typical sources of error, discussion
👥 Who should take part?
- Manufacturers and planners of Ex products or components
- Technicians and persons responsible for the conversion or self-construction of ATEX-regulated devices
- Quality management employees, auditors, explosion protection specialists
- Maintenance teams and safety experts in implementation practice
Ideal for anyone who wants to operate, document or distribute ATEX-compliant products safely.
🗓 Event details
- Venue: Haus der Technik e. V., Hollestraße 1, 45127 Essen
- Deadlines:
- September 3, 2025, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Further dates: February 25, 2026, September 09, 2026
- Event number: VA25-00658
- Price: € 890 net (€ 790 for members; incl. digital work documents, catering)
- ✅ Directly bookable through the HDT website
🧠Relevance for companies
- Legal protection: Improper or missing ignition hazard assessments lead to liability risks or sales stops.
- Compliance with modifications: Modifications or repairs require reassessment - otherwise the previous CE conformity may become legally invalid.
- Knowledge transfer & exchange of experience: In this seminar you can benefit from case studies and avoid typical mistakes in advance.
✅ Conclusion
The seminar on ignition hazard assessment is a short but effective mandatory appointment – if you want to create, modify, or validate ATEX products safely. Clearly structured, compliant with standards, and practical.
🎓 Secure your appointment now to ensure the evaluation is legally sound – before any risks or uncertainties arise.