FTIR Analyser Certified Safe for Manufacturing

Mettler Toledo's ReactIR 247 has been certified for safe use in Class I, Division 1 hazardous manufacturing environments. This enables a broader range of manufacturers to take advantage of ReactIR 247's next-generation Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) analysis, to characterise a nearly limitless array of process chemistry reactions. In turn, ReactIR 247 will help these manufacturers streamline production, reduce testing and manufacturing costs and shorten time-to-market in today's highly competitive global economy.

The specific configuration that has received safe-use approval is the ReactIR 247 HL-UL, which will thence display the MET Mark label to indicate compliance. Mettler Toledo claims it subjects every ReactIR system to a rigorous and final inspection test prior to delivery to virtually guarantee the highest level of operator safety in sensitive manufacturing situations, such as those encountered in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries. Evaluation and testing of the ReactIR 247 HL-UL required compliance with UL 1203, Fourth Edition, Explosion-Proof and Dust-Ignition-Proof Electrical Equipment for Use in Hazardous (Classified) Locations; C22.2 No 30-M1986, Explosion-Proof Enclosures for Use in Class I Hazardous Locations; and UL 61010-1/CSA C22.2 No 61010-1, Second Edition, Electrical Equipment For Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use; and Part 1: General Requirement.

According to Mettler Toledo, meeting these standards helps ensure quality managers worldwide can obtain the faster results they desire using ReactIR technology, without compromising safety. ReactIR 247's Class 1, Division 1 rating makes it primarily suitable for use in North America. This configuration of ReactIR 247 is not yet compatible with Zone 1 ATEX-compliant areas, though evaluation and safety testing has been completed and all reports have been submitted to the appropriate Notified Body for review and approval for ATEX Zone 1 safe use. Mettler Toledo anticipates that ReactIR 247 ATEX Zone 1-compatible configurations will be available mid-August, after the Notified Body's final assessment and any required design refinements.

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