Germany-headquartered OFRU, a global manufacturer of environment-friendly and efficient solvent recycling equipment, has announced that its solvent recycling equipment has successfully passed the IECEx audit. This certification is a significant step towards even wider recognition and application of this technology, which helps to reduce disposal costs by up to 96% through the reuse of polluted solvents in industry and make an active contribution to environmental protection.
IECEx certification
After a successful TÜV audit according to the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), OFRU achieved the IECEx quality standard (IEC/TS 60079-46). This standard specifies requirements for the design, construction, assembly, testing, inspection, marking, documentation and evaluation of device assemblies for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
The complete ASC series of solvent recycling systems meets the quality requirements with regard to constructive safety “c” for the assembly of the device assemblies. The IECEx certification shows that OFRU recycling plants meet the highest international safety standards and thus strengthen the trust of customers, investors and employees, the company said.
Efficient and environment-friendly
OFRU’s ASC series solvent recycling plants are based on the principle of distillation, in which liquid combustible solvents such as acetone, thinner, ethyl acetate, toluene and numerous other solvents are separated from impurities. By reusing these purified solvents, industrial companies can save significant disposal costs while reducing their environmental impact.
The process of the ASC series enables industrial companies to reduce their disposal costs by up to 96% and at the same time to process solvents in an environmentally friendly way. The systems are used worldwide and thus make a significant contribution to global environmental protection.
“The recycling systems from OFRU not only enable cost savings through efficient solvent recycling, but also contribute to the sustainable use of resources,” explains a spokesman for OFRU.
The IECEx certification underlines the high technological standard that OFRU implements in its distillation systems. The success of the audit illustrates the consistent implementation of safety and quality in all areas of the company and shows the recognition and reputation that OFRU enjoys worldwide. Customers, investors, media and the public can rest assured that with OFRU recycling plants they are getting a safe and environmentally friendly solution for solvent reuse.
