Published in August 2024, the latest update to IEC 60079-14 introduces mandatory compliance requirements for products used in explosive atmospheres — including a major shift in how cable and cable gland selection is assessed.

To help manufacturers navigate these changes, Element has partnered with explosive-atmosphere expert Jonathan Hitchens (InsightEx) to break down what’s changed and what it means in practice.

📘 This expert whitepaper covers:
• Drivers for change in IEC 60079-14:2024
• The move from individual component assessment to system assessment
• Key technical changes affecting cable and cable gland selection
• Impact on manufacturers and wider industry
• Transitional considerations and global adoption

Understanding these updates is critical to ensuring compliance and avoiding costly errors.

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