Abstract
"The European market for equipment destined for use in hazardous areas is currently in a
period of significant change. Recent media exposure of the ATEX Directives for such equipment has
seized the attention of both users and suppliers alike. The European market for this equipment,
estimated to be worth over e1.3 billion, is predicted to grow to over e2.0 billion by the end of the
decade".
The report provides companies with the following information:
- Detailed revenue analysis of six different types of hazardous area equipment (enclosures,
instrumentation, lighting, motors, operator interfaces and switchgear).
- Market forecasts by hazardous area product type, geographic region and industry sector to 2009.
- A review of ATEX legislation past, present and future. An analysis of the impact of the 2006
deadline on the market.
- Results and analysis of a detailed survey of users and potential users of equipment used in
hazardous areas.
- Market shares of the leading suppliers to this market.
- An analysis of the competitive environment.