The first fully autonomous mobile robot engineered from the ground up for explosive atmosphere warehouses. Navigate chemical storage, petrochemical facilities, and pharmaceutical plants without compromising safety compliance or operational autonomy.
The explosion-proof ATEX AMR for hazardous area warehouses is a fully autonomous material handling robot certified to operate in explosive atmospheres. It combines SLAM-based navigation with multi-layer explosion protection to move pallets, drums, and containers through classified zones — without human presence.
The AMR uses 2D LiDAR SLAM as its primary navigation system, building real-time maps of warehouse environments while avoiding dynamic obstacles. All electronics are housed in a positive-pressure enclosure (Ex p) that maintains an internal atmosphere 50 Pa above the external environment using inert gas (nitrogen or argon). Sensor interfaces pass through intrinsic safety barriers (Ex i) that limit electrical energy below minimum ignition thresholds. The battery compartment uses flameproof enclosure (Ex d) with pressure relief panels. This multi-layer protection architecture ensures zero ignition risk even in Zone 0 continuous-hazard environments.
The explosion-proof ATEX AMR for hazardous area warehouses is engineered for the full spectrum of explosive atmosphere classifications. Each zone requires progressively more rigorous protection engineering built into the robot's chassis.
Explosive gas atmosphere present continuously or for long periods. The AMR uses Category 1G protection: pressurized enclosure (Ex p) with redundant pressure sensors, intrinsic safety barriers (Ex ia) on all sensor interfaces, and automatic shutdown if differential pressure drops below 50 Pa threshold.
Explosive atmosphere likely in normal operation. Category 1G/2G certification. Positive pressure enclosure maintains clean inert gas atmosphere inside the chassis. All motors housed in flameproof (Ex d) enclosures. Speed limited to 1.0 m/s. Heated compartments prevent condensation.
Explosive atmosphere not likely in normal operation, short duration only. Category 2G/3G. Flameproof enclosures for battery, increased safety (Ex e) terminals, and energy limitation circuits. Speed up to 1.5 m/s. Standard pressure monitoring with alarm cascade.
Every component of the intrinsically safe AMR for explosive atmosphere zones is engineered to prevent ignition while maintaining full autonomous navigation and material handling capability.
The sealed chassis maintains internal atmosphere 50 Pa above external environment using inert gas (nitrogen/argon). Continuous differential pressure monitoring triggers automatic shutdown if the pressure margin drops below threshold. Redundant pressure sensors provide dual-channel safety verification. This is the primary protection method for all onboard electronics and computing hardware.
All sensor interfaces — LiDAR, cameras, proximity sensors, gas detectors — pass through certified intrinsic safety barriers (Ex ia for Zone 0, Ex ib for Zone 1). These barriers limit electrical energy to levels below the minimum ignition energy (MIE) of the surrounding gas group. Even under dual-fault conditions, no electrical arc can ignite the external atmosphere.
Drive motors and LiFePO4 battery cells are housed in flameproof enclosures rated Ex d. These enclosures are engineered to contain any internal arc or explosion, with flame-path gaps precisely machined to cool escaping gases below ignition temperature. Pressure relief panels direct any blast energy away from personnel zones. Thermal management maintains components above dew point.
The navigation stack uses 2D LiDAR SLAM for primary localization, visual SLAM for secondary verification via optical landmark recognition, and UWB as tertiary fallback for GPS-denied environments. All optical sensors are mounted behind sapphire windows rated for ATEX Zone 1, with heated nitrogen-purged housings to prevent fogging in humidity extremes. Positioning accuracy: ±10 mm.
Lithium iron phosphate chemistry (48V/100Ah) selected for thermal stability — no oxygen release during decomposition. Individual cell monitoring with thermal runaway prevention. Battery compartment rated Ex d with automatic fire suppression system. Hot-swappable design allows battery exchange without leaving the classified zone. 8-hour continuous operation on a single charge.
Native support for 5G, Wi-Fi 6, PROFINET, and OPC-UA protocols enables seamless integration with existing warehouse management systems. VDA 5050 protocol support allows mixed-fleet coordination with ambient-warehouse AMRs — the hazardous area robot seamlessly hands off loads at zone boundaries to standard AMRs for end-to-end automated logistics.
Complete technical parameters for the explosion-proof ATEX AMR series. Three payload models available, all sharing the same protection architecture.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model Variants | EX-600 (600 kg) / EX-1000 (1,000 kg) / EX-1500 (1,500 kg) |
| ATEX Category | Category 1G (Zone 0) / Category 2G (Zone 1) / Category 3G (Zone 2) |
| Dust Certification | Category 1D (Zone 20) / 2D (Zone 21) / 3D (Zone 22) — Combustible dust |
| Protection Modes | Ex p (pressurized) + Ex i (intrinsic safety) + Ex d (flameproof) + Ex e (increased safety) |
| Gas Groups | IIA, IIB, IIC (full spectrum including hydrogen/acetylene) |
| Temperature Class | T4 (max surface temp 135°C) / T3 (max 200°C) configurable |
| Navigation System | 2D LiDAR SLAM + Visual SLAM + UWB fallback (triple redundancy) |
| Positioning Accuracy | ±10 mm (lateral) / ±1° (angular) |
| Max Speed | 1.0 m/s (Zone 1) / 1.5 m/s (Zone 2) — speed auto-limits by zone classification |
| Battery | LiFePO4, 48V / 100Ah, flameproof enclosure (Ex d), hot-swappable |
| Operating Time | 8 hours continuous (loaded) / 10 hours (unloaded) |
| Charging Time | 2.5 hours (fast charge in safe zone) / Battery swap: 5 minutes |
| Communication | 5G / Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) / PROFINET / OPC-UA / VDA 5050 |
| Dust & Water Protection | IP66 (EX-600/1000) / IP67 (EX-1500) |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +50°C ambient (internal climate control system) |
| Safety Systems | ISO 3691-4 compliant, dual safety LiDAR (PLd), emergency stop (SIL2), auto-braking, bump sensor, audible/visual alarms |
| Vehicle Dimensions (L×W×H) | 1,200 × 800 × 300 mm (EX-600) / 1,400 × 900 × 350 mm (EX-1000/1500) |
| Vehicle Weight (empty) | 350 kg (EX-600) / 480 kg (EX-1000) / 580 kg (EX-1500) |
| Climbing Ability | ≤3° slope (loaded) / ≤5° slope (unloaded) |
| IECEx Certification | IECEx CER Scheme — Certificate valid in 34+ member countries |
| China CCC | GB/T 3836 series — Mandatory CCC explosion-proof certificate included |
| Data Compliance | FDA 21 CFR Part 11 / ALCOA+ / GSP / GMP audit trail ready |
The explosion-proof ATEX AMR integrates into existing warehouse operations through standard protocols and a structured deployment process. No facility redesign required — the robot adapts to your existing racking, aisles, and zone boundaries.
Native interfaces for seamless connection to your warehouse management and control systems:
Structured 4-phase commissioning from delivery to full production:
Modular scaling from proof-of-concept to full deployment:
In facilities with mixed zone classifications, the explosion-proof AMR operates within classified zones (Zone 0/1/2) and transfers loads at zone boundaries to standard (non-Ex) AMRs for ambient-warehouse transport. This hybrid approach maximizes throughput while minimizing the number of expensive explosion-proof units needed. The handoff point is managed by the Fleet Scheduler, which coordinates timing, positioning, and task transfer between both robot types using VDA 5050 protocol.
Concrete deployment examples showing how the explosion-proof ATEX AMR operates in real hazardous warehouse environments.
In a petrochemical facility with Zone 1 solvent storage (toluene, xylene, MEK), the EX-1500 model autonomously retrieves 200L drums from racked storage and transports them to the dispatch area.
In a pharma API warehouse with ethanol/methanol vapor (Zone 1) and combustible powder (Zone 21), the EX-1000 handles dual-hazard material movement while maintaining GMP-compliant audit trails.
In a paint manufacturing warehouse with high-VOC Zone 1 production areas and Zone 21 dust areas from powdered pigments, the dual-certified (gas + dust) AMR moves raw materials between storage and mixing lines.
In a lithium battery facility where electrolyte storage creates IIC gas group hazards (most stringent classification) and hydrogen off-gassing potential, the EX-600 provides IIC-rated material transport.
The IECEx explosion proof warehouse robot serves any industry where explosive atmospheres coexist with material handling needs. These sectors share common regulatory frameworks and operational requirements.
Solvent warehouses, raw material storage, finished goods with flammable liquids. ATEX Zones 1-2 common in drum storage areas, mixing zones, and loading docks. The explosion-proof AMR eliminates forklift ignition risk entirely while operating 24/7.
API storage with ethanol/methanol atmospheres, solvent recovery areas, aerosol production zones. Requires both ATEX safety certification and GMP/FDA 21 CFR Part 11 data compliance. The AMR provides integrated safety and audit trail in one platform.
Resin storage, pigment handling, finished paint warehousing. High VOC environments create Zone 1 conditions during production and Zone 2 in storage. Dust explosion risk (Zone 21/22) from powdered pigments requires dual gas+dust certified equipment.
Lithium battery manufacturing, electrolyte storage, hydrogen fuel cell component warehouses. Hydrogen leak potential creates IIC gas group requirements — the most stringent explosion protection classification. Cold storage operation down to -20°C supported.
Grain dust explosion risk (Zone 20/21). Flour mills, starch processing, sugar refining all face combustible dust hazards. IP67-rated chassis prevents dust ingress. ATEX certified AMR eliminates mechanical ignition sources from material transport.
Drum storage, well-site equipment warehouses, refinery spare parts facilities. Offshore platform supply warehouses with limited space benefit from compact autonomous transport replacing manual pallet jacks in classified zones.
An explosion-proof ATEX AMR is a specially engineered autonomous mobile robot certified to operate safely in areas classified as having explosive atmospheres (Zone 0, 1, or 2 per ATEX 2014/34/EU). Unlike standard AMRs, every electrical component, sensor, and motor is designed with multiple explosion protection layers: positive pressure enclosures (Ex p), intrinsic safety barriers (Ex i), and flameproof housings (Ex d). These prevent any ignition source from contacting explosive gases, vapors, or dust in the surrounding environment.
The AMR uses a layered protection approach: (1) The positive pressure enclosure (Ex p) continuously pumps inert gas into the sealed chassis, maintaining internal pressure 50 Pa above external — this prevents explosive gases from entering. (2) Intrinsic safety barriers (Ex i) at all sensor interfaces limit electrical energy below the minimum ignition energy of the surrounding gas group. (3) Flameproof enclosures (Ex d) for battery and high-power components can contain any internal arc without transmitting it externally. If one layer fails, redundant layers maintain protection — the system is designed for fault tolerance, not single-point-of-failure.
The explosion-proof ATEX AMR supports the full zone range: Zone 0 (Category 1G), Zone 1 (Category 2G), and Zone 2 (Category 3G) for gas atmospheres, plus Zone 20/21/22 for combustible dust. Gas group coverage spans IIA, IIB, and IIC — including the most stringent IIC classification for hydrogen and acetylene atmospheres. The IP66/IP67 rating ensures complete dust ingress protection. Temperature class is configurable between T4 (135°C max surface) and T3 (200°C max).
The AMR provides multiple integration paths: RESTful API for WMS task dispatch, OPC-UA for direct PLC communication, PROFINET for industrial network integration, and VDA 5050 protocol for mixed-fleet coordination with standard (non-Ex) AMRs. Deployment follows a 4-phase process — site survey, SLAM mapping, system integration, and validation — typically completing in 8-13 days. No facility modifications are required; the robot maps and adapts to your existing layout.
Every unit ships with: (1) ATEX Declaration of Conformity with CE and Ex hexagon marking per 2014/34/EU, (2) IECEx Certificate of Conformity valid in 34+ member countries, (3) China CCC explosion-proof certificate per GB/T 3836 series. The vehicle also complies with ISO 3691-4 for industrial vehicle safety and IEC 60079 series for explosive atmosphere equipment. Complete technical documentation packages are included for regulatory audits, including test reports, risk assessments, and user manuals.
Yes. The explosion-proof ATEX AMR is dual-certified for both gas explosive atmospheres (Zone 0/1/2, Gas Groups IIA/IIB/IIC) and combustible dust atmospheres (Zone 20/21/22). This dual certification is critical for industries like pharmaceutical API handling and paint manufacturing where both flammable solvents and combustible powders coexist in the same facility. The IP66/IP67 chassis rating ensures complete dust ingress protection during operation.
Get complete ATEX/IECEx certification documentation, site assessment, and custom deployment plan for your explosive atmosphere facility.
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