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Nexar: Ex Inspection Software Built for Hazardous Environments

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Arnlea
Date Published:
July 22, 2025
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Date Updated:
October 15, 2025
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Hazardous Area Monitoring
Explosion Protection
Safety Regulations
Risk Assessment
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⚠️ Working in a hazardous environment? That’s exactly where Nexar performs at its best.

Our software is purpose-built for use in Ex-rated and high-risk environments, ensuring compliance with international standards while streamlining inspection processes across a wide range of industries, including:

  • Oil & Gas – from refineries to terminals, where safety and uptime are critical
  • Chemicals & Petrochemicals – ensuring safe operations across complex plants
  • Offshore Platforms – where connectivity can’t always be guaranteed
  • Utilities & Power Generation – supporting continuous and compliant operations
  • Industrial Manufacturing – managing diverse assets in challenging conditions
  • Pharmaceuticals – ensuring precision and compliance in regulated facilities
  • Hydrogen and Renewables – supporting the energy transition safely
  • LNG and Gas Processing – addressing the risks of volatile environments
  • Marine & Shipping – delivering reliable inspections at sea
  • Distilleries – managing hazardous areas in confined facilities
  • Food & Beverage Manufacturing – ensuring safety in sensitive production lines

No matter where your operations take place—offshore, onshore, or somewhere in between—Nexar empowers your inspection teams to work safely, efficiently, and compliantly, with or without connectivity.

With a proven track record in the field, Nexar combines the power of purpose-built Ex inspection software with the flexibility to adapt to your industry’s specific needs.

👉 Book a demo today and discover how Nexar can support your organisation.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about the product and billing.
What equipment needs ATEX inspection?
Everything in a classified hazardous area. That covers electrical items (motors, lighting, junction boxes, panels, instrumentation) and non-electrical equipment where it has been assessed as a potential ignition source, such as rotating machinery or equipment that could generate static.‍
What standard governs ATEX inspections?
IEC 60079-17 (BS EN 60079-17 in the UK). It defines the three inspection grades, the four inspection types (initial, periodic, sample, special), and the requirements for inspection intervals and documentation.
How often should ATEX inspections be carried out?
IEC 60079-17 states that the interval between periodic inspections should not exceed three years, though this can be adjusted based on a documented risk assessment. Initial inspections must happen before commissioning. Portable apparatus typically needs inspecting every 12 months.
What are the three grades of Ex inspection?
Grade V (Visual) covers defects visible without tools, with equipment energised. Grade C (Close) covers defects found using hand tools and access equipment. Grade D (Detailed) covers defects found by opening enclosures and using test equipment, with the equipment de-energised.
What is ATEX/IECEx inspection?
It is the systematic examination of equipment installed in hazardous areas to verify it remains safe, correctly installed, and compliant with explosion protection standards. The process is governed by IEC 60079-17 and is a legal requirement under ATEX (in Europe) and DSEAR (in the UK).
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