IECEx Electric Fans for Hazardous Areas & Confined Spaces

Safehouse IECEx Certified Electric Fans

Reliable, High-Performance Ventilation for Zone 1 Environments

Safehouse IECEx-certified electric fans provide safe, efficient airflow for hazardous areas, including Zone 1 explosive environments.

Available in 300mm and 400mm models, these portable fans deliver powerful ventilation for confined spaces, tanks, vessels, and process areas, combining high airflow performance with low energy consumption.

Designed for reliability and mobility, they offer a dependable solution for hazardous area ventilation where electrical equipment is required.

Why choose Safehouse electric fans?

Certified for hazardous areas

Fully IECEx and ATEX certified for Zone 1, with Gas Group IIB (300mm) and IIC (400mm – hydrogen) options available.

High-performance airflow

Delivers up to 5179 m³/hr, enabling efficient air movement, cooling, and fume extraction.

Energy-efficient operation

Low power consumption with just 3A current draw at 50Hz, reducing load on site power systems.

Lightweight and portable

Compact, easy-to-handle design allows quick deployment across work areas.

Built for industrial conditions

Durable antistatic polymer housing with IP-rated protection for use in offshore, marine, and harsh environments.

Key benefits

• Safe ventilation in hazardous areas
  Certified for use in Zone 1 explosive environments
• Improves confined space safety
  Supports airflow, cooling, and removal of fumes and vapours
• Efficient and reliable operation
  Delivers high airflow with low energy consumption
• Flexible deployment across site
  Portable design enables fast setup and repositioning
• Supports compliance with IECEx and ATEX standards
  Suitable for use in regulated hazardous environments

Applications

Safehouse electric fans are ideal for hazardous area ventilation across a range of industries:

• Confined space ventilation (tanks, vessels, silos)
• Process area airflow and fume extraction
• Shutdowns and maintenance activities
• Cooling in high-temperature environments
• Offshore platforms and marine installations
• Hydrogen, oil & gas, and chemical facilities

Standout features

• IECEx & ATEX certified – Zone 1
• Available in 300mm and 400mm models
• Airflow up to 5179 m³/hr
• Gas Group ratings:
  • 300mm: IIB
  • 400mm: IIC (hydrogen)
• 230V single-phase operation (50/60Hz)
• Low current draw (3A @ 50Hz)
• IP55 / IP66-rated construction
• Antistatic, impact-resistant polymer housing
• Lightweight and portable design

Technical specifications

• Models: 300mm & 400mm
• Certification: IECEx & ATEX – Zone 1
• Gas group: IIB (300mm) / IIC (400mm)
• Voltage: 230V AC
• Frequency: 50/60Hz
• Airflow:
  • 300mm: 3600 m³/hr (50Hz) | 4250 m³/hr (60Hz)
  • 400mm: 4599 m³/hr (50Hz) | 5179 m³/hr (60Hz)
• Current draw: 3A @ 50Hz
• Ingress protection: IP55 / IP66
• Construction: Antistatic polymer housing

The Safehouse advantage

Unlike standard industrial fans, Safehouse electric fans are purpose-built for hazardous area compliance, delivering reliable airflow while meeting strict IECEx and ATEX requirements.

They provide a practical, high-performance solution where electrical ventilation is required in Zone-rated environments.

Part of the Safehouse Ex-certified ecosystem

Safehouse electric fans integrate seamlessly with a full range of IECEx-certified power and ventilation systems, including:

• Power distribution boards
• Extension leads
• Splitter boxes
• FRAS ducting systems
• Portable air conditioning units

Creating a complete, compliant hazardous area ventilation solution.

Ready to improve ventilation in hazardous areas?

Contact our team to learn how Safehouse IECEx electric fans can deliver safe, efficient airflow for your next project.