In hazardous environments, Ex-proof (Explosion Proof) devices are crucial to prevent potential explosions. In spray booths, where flammable and explosive gases are present, it is necessary to use Ex-proof lighting cases to isolate the internal circuits of electrical devices from the external environment. Ilke Industrial Ltd. is aware of this safety concern and ensures all its spray booths are fitted with Ex-proof lighting cases. The company also uses energy-efficient LED lighting lamps to provide accurate colour temperature for painters to differentiate colours on a car’s surface without any colour distortion.

In environments where flammable and explosive gases are present, electric devices used must be Ex-proof (Explosion Proof). The Ex-proof feature of a device is achieved by isolating it from the external environment, preventing gas from entering the device’s internal circuits and avoiding the possibility of sparks that could cause explosions.

It is important to note that Ex-proof is not to be confused with spark-proof. Spark-proof mechanisms are designed to prevent devices from generating sparks due to collisions, friction, or static electricity. On the other hand, Ex-proof mechanisms prevent sparks from occurring by isolating the device’s internal circuits from potentially explosive gases.

According to the 2006/42/EC EU Machinery Directive, the EN-16985 standard, and the CE certification, all electrical devices that could come into contact with flammable gases must be Ex-proof in spray booths. In an auto spray booth, a painter requires 1800 lux lighting to differentiate colours on a car’s surface. Typically, 40 fluorescent lamps are used to achieve this level of illumination, and they are installed in groups of four within the booth.

Spray booths emit flammable and explosive gases such as thinner, solvents, cleaning chemicals, and resin. Therefore, the lighting cases used within spray booths must be Ex-proof to prevent gas from entering the cases and causing explosions. At Ilke Industrial Ltd., all spray booths are fitted with Ex-proof lighting cases.

Ilke Industrial Ltd. uses 6500 Kelvin LED lighting lamps in their spray booths. These lamps produce a 6500K colour temperature that allows the painter to see colours accurately without any colour distortion. Using lower Kelvin value lamps, such as 4000K, can cause colours to appear differently, making it challenging for the painter to differentiate between the car’s original colour and the patchwork. Furthermore, using LED lighting lamps in spray booths is an energy-efficient solution.

In conclusion, Ex-proof lighting cases are an essential feature in spray booths to ensure the safety of the workers and to avoid any potential explosions. Ilke Industrial Ltd. takes this matter seriously and uses Ex-proof lighting cases in all of its spray booths, along with energy-efficient LED lighting lamps.