What EX-MACHINERY EXPLOSION PROOF EQUIPMENT LTD does

Ex-Machinery Explosion Proof Equipment B.V. is a Netherlands-based, privately held manufacturer founded in 2003 by Gido van Tienhoven that engineers and converts industrial OEM equipment into ATEX-certified explosion-proof systems. Operating from a single headquarters in Ridderkerk with 1-10 employees, the company modifies air conditioners, chillers, refrigerated container units, cameras, WiFi access points, fan coils, marine power converters, and custom pressurized rooms from leading OEM brands (Samsung, Daikin, Mitsubishi, Thermo King, Ubiquiti, Marstair) to meet ATEX Zone 1, Zone 2, and Zone 22 hazardous-area standards. Its proprietary Ex-P pressurization technology, designed to IEC EN 60079-13:2010, creates safe areas inside Zone 2 environments, enabling use of standard non-Ex equipment. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification and self-certification capability under EU Directive 2014/34/EU (ATEX 114).

The business operates a direct, quote-based enterprise sales motion with a one-business-day quotation response SLA, 5-year parts warranty, and average 2-week lead times. Products are sold globally via worldwide shipping, with a multilingual website (English, Dutch, Italian, French) and documented customer use cases spanning oil & gas (including BP Oman), chemical and pharmaceutical, marine and offshore, industrial manufacturing and warehousing, and process control. Revenue is generated entirely from hardware sales and bespoke engineering services; pricing is generally not publicly disclosed except for the ARMADEX Ex-M OZC 2 camera at €1,698. The firm has no disclosed institutional investors, subsidiaries, or external funding, operating as a founder-controlled specialist.

Ex-Machinery positions itself as a niche, high-responsiveness alternative to larger industrial HVAC incumbents, differentiating through ATEX expertise accumulated over 20+ years, in-house engineering and manufacturing, and the ability to preserve full OEM functionality post-conversion. Its product roadmap has accelerated notably, with multiple new product launches between 2022 and 2026 (ARMADEX camera 2022, WiFi infrastructure 2023, wireless access point 2024-07, marine power converter 2025-03, Zone 1 ATEX AC 2026-03, multi-split AC 2026-04, pressurized room 2026-04, fan coil 2026-07), indicating active portfolio expansion across cooling capacities from 2 kW to 192 kW and into new application categories such as marine power conversion and bespoke Ex-P containers.

Name

EX-MACHINERY EXPLOSION PROOF EQUIPMENT LTD

Legal name

Ex-Machinery Explosion Proof Equipment B.V.

Website

https://ex-machinery.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Ex-Machinery Explosion Proof Equipment B.V. engineers and modifies industrial OEM equipment into ATEX-certified explosion-proof HVAC, WiFi, camera, and marine power systems for hazardous-area deployments in oil & gas, chemical, marine, and manufacturing sectors globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Explosion-Proof Industrial HVAC and Hazardous Area Equipment

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (334419)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment (IMAHAKAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Air Quality & Filtration Equipment (IAQ) (IMAHAKAI), Ruggedized/Harsh-Environment Electronics Manufacturing (IP-rated, shock/vibration, wide-temp) (IMAGAGAF)

Keywords

• Explosion-proof air conditioners
• ATEX-certified HVAC equipment
• Hazardous area climate control
• ATEX explosion-proof cameras
• Industrial zone certified machinery

Headquarters

HQ city

Ridderkerk

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. ATEX Air Conditioner Sales: Ex-Machinery manufactures and sells ATEX-certified explosion proof air conditioners. Products include Classic, Best Buy, High Ambient, Power Inverter, and Extreme Temperature series. Units are modified versions of leading brands (Samsung, Daikin, Mitsubishi, Marstair). Revenue generated through direct equipment sales with 5-year warranty.
2. ATEX HVAC Equipment: Sales of ATEX Zone 2 chillers (Hydrocube Series 14-192 kW), explosion proof reefer units (Thermo King Magnum Plus based), and ATEX fan coil heater/coolers (WWH series 11.4-72.1 kW heating capacity).
3. ARMADEX ATEX Camera Sales: Sales of ARMADEX branded intrinsically safe cameras (Ex-M OZC 2 model priced at €1,698). Camera is sold with ATEX Zone 2 certification included and worldwide shipping.
4. ATEX Marine Power Converter: Sales of explosion proof power converters for marine and offshore vessels, enabling ATEX air conditioners to operate on three-phase no-neutral power systems.
5. Custom ATEX Solutions (Pressurized Rooms): Bespoke engineering and manufacturing of custom ATEX pressurized rooms (Ex-P containers) designed to IEC EN 60079-13:2010. Custom-engineered per project for housing diesel generators, gas compressors, HMI stations, switchgear, analyser skids, and other industrial equipment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Ex-Machinery engineers, modifies, and manufactures ATEX-certified explosion-proof industrial equipment, taking proven OEM base units (Daikin, Samsung, Mitsubishi, Marstair, Thermo King, Ubiquiti) and converting them into Zone 1, Zone 2, and Zone 22 certified versions. The product portfolio spans explosion-proof air conditioners (multiple series, 2-15.9 kW), water-cooled chillers (14-192 kW), refrigerated container units, fan coil heater-coolers, marine power converters, ATEX digital cameras, WiFi access points and antennas, plus custom-engineered pressurized rooms (Ex-P) for housing standard equipment in hazardous areas.

Product overview

Ex-Machinery Explosion Proof Equipment B.V. is a manufacturer of ATEX-certified explosion-proof HVAC equipment and cameras, based in Ridderkerk, The Netherlands with over 20 years of experience since 2003. The product portfolio centers on a comprehensive range of explosion-proof air conditioners across five series (Classic, Best Buy, High Ambient, Power Inverter, and Extreme Temperature), all certified for ATEX Zone 2/22 and modified from OEM brands including Daikin, Samsung, and Mitsubishi. Beyond standard air conditioners, the company offers higher-protection Zone 1 ATEX air conditioners, multi-split configurations, and ATEX HVAC products including water-cooled chillers (Hydrocube Series), refrigerated container units (Magnum Plus-based reefer units), fan coil heaters/coolers, and marine power converters. The company also provides custom ATEX solutions including pressurized rooms (Ex P) for housing standard equipment in hazardous zones, plus specialized products under the Armadex brand including ATEX cameras and WiFi infrastructure (access points and antennas) for wireless networking in explosive atmospheres. All products carry ATEX certification and are supported by engineering services, worldwide shipping, and a 5-year warranty.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ARMADEX: Sub-brand for ATEX-certified explosion proof cameras, including the ARMADEX Ex-M OZC 2 digital camera for hazardous area inspections.

Products and services

• Explosion Proof Air Conditioners (Classic, Best Buy, High Ambient, Power Inverter Series) ATEX Zone 2/22 certified split air conditioners (Classic, Best Buy, High Ambient, Power Inverter series) based on OEM Daikin, Samsung, Mitsubishi, and Marstair platforms, with cooling capacities from 2.0 to 9.5 kW and wall-mount, ceiling-suspended, cassette, or ducted indoor configurations. Designed for hazardous-area industrial facilities including oil & gas, chemical, and manufacturing sites.
• Extreme Temperature ATEX Air Conditioner ATEX Zone 2 certified air conditioner engineered for high-temperature hazardous environments up to 55°C ambient, with cooling capacity 2.4-15.9 kW. Suited to refineries, steel mills, foundries, and desert or tropical industrial sites.
• Zone 1 ATEX Air Conditioner ATEX Zone 1 (indoor) and Zone 2 (outdoor) certified ceiling-suspended air conditioner based on OEM Daikin Sky Air Alpha, operating from -20°C to +52°C, with cooling capacity 3.5-13.4 kW. Targeted at the highest-classification hazardous areas in oil & gas, chemical, and pharmaceutical facilities.
• ATEX Multi Split Air Conditioner ATEX Zone 2/22 certified multi-split air conditioning system supporting up to 5 indoor units from a single outdoor unit, based on OEM Daikin, with total cooling capacity up to 9.0 kW. Supports wall-mount, ceiling-suspended, cassette, and ducted indoor models (2.0-9.0 kW).
• ATEX Zone 2 Chiller (Hydrocube Series) ATEX Zone 2 certified water-cooled scroll chiller based on OEM Daikin Hydrocube EWWQ series, with cooling capacity 14-192 kW and hermetic scroll compressor using R-410A refrigerant. Designed for hazardous-area industrial cooling applications requiring high capacity.
• Explosion Proof Reefer Unit (Thermo King Magnum Plus) ATEX Zone 2 certified refrigerated container unit based on the Thermo King Magnum Plus, maintaining -40°C to +30°C temperature control with precision up to ±0.25°C. Designed for chemical tankers, offshore platforms, marine vessels, FPSOs, and drilling rigs requiring refrigerated transport in hazardous areas.
• ATEX Fan Coil Ex Heater – Cooler (WWH Series) ATEX certified fan coil unit for Zones 1, 2, and 22 hazardous areas, with heating capacity 11.4-72.1 kW and cooling capacity 6.6-32.1 kW, integrating with hydronic systems. Suited to operator shelters, control rooms, analyzer houses, and process equipment enclosures.
• ATEX Marine Power Converter ATEX Zone 2/22 certified IP66-rated explosion-proof power converter that enables ATEX Zone 2/22 air conditioners to operate on marine three-phase 400-480V power systems without a neutral conductor by generating a virtual neutral. Built for chemical tankers, offshore platforms, FPSOs, and drilling rigs.
• ATEX Pressurized Room (Ex-P) Custom-engineered explosion-proof pressurized containers (Ex-P) designed to IEC EN 60079-13:2010 that create safe areas inside ATEX Zone 2 hazardous zones, allowing standard non-Ex equipment to operate safely. Used to house diesel generators, gas compressors, HMI stations, switchgear, analyser skids, and other industrial equipment. Features continuous overpressure monitoring, automatic purge cycles, and door position monitoring.
• ARMADEX Ex-M OZC 2 ATEX Digital Camera ARMADEX-branded ATEX Zone 2 certified intrinsically safe digital camera with 5x optical zoom, 40.5x intelligent zoom, 20 megapixel resolution, 4K video recording, 6 LED ring light, waterproof to 25m and shockproof to 2.1m drop. Priced at €1,698 with worldwide shipping for hazardous-area inspection, monitoring, and documentation.
• Explosion Proof WiFi Infrastructure (Access Points and Antennas) ATEX Zone 2/22 certified wireless networking infrastructure for hazardous areas, including converted Ubiquiti Unifi long-range access points (IP66, dual-band 2.4/5 GHz) and specialized OmniX ATEX WiFi antennas (8dBi). Conversion preserves WiFi coverage and performance. Sold at fixed prices from stock for inventory management and personnel tracking in explosive atmospheres.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average delivery within two weeks
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Thermo KingcoreTechnology or IntegrationThermo King approves and collaborates with Ex-Machinery and K.C. Trading to offer the Magnum Plus reefer unit in ATEX Zone 2 configuration. Ex-Machinery converts the Thermo King Magnum Plus, recognized as the most capable reefer unit in international container shipping, for safe use in hazardous areas prone to gas or dust explosive atmospheres. Lead time of 5-8 weeks with international shipping.
• K.C. TradingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorK.C. Trading collaborates with Ex-Machinery in the ATEX Zone 2 reefer unit solution. Partnership enables distribution and sales support for the Ex-M Magnum Plus in hazardous area applications.
• Samsung (OEM)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerEx-Machinery sources Samsung air conditioners as OEM base units for modification into ATEX-certified explosion proof versions. Best Buy Series uses Samsung OEM components, modified to meet ATEX Zone 2/22 standards while preserving original functionality.
• Daikin (OEM)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerDaikin serves as OEM partner for multiple Ex-Machinery product lines including Classic Series (OEM Daikin), Zone 1 ATEX Air Conditioner (based on Daikin Sky Air Alpha), Multi Split Series (based on Daikin multi split platform), and Hydrocube Chiller Series (based on Daikin Hydrocube EWWQ series).
• Mitsubishi (OEM)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerMitsubishi provides OEM air conditioner units for Ex-Machinery's High Ambient Series modification into ATEX-certified explosion proof versions for high-temperature hazardous environments.
• Ubiquiti (OEM)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerEx-Machinery modifies Ubiquiti Unifi access points for ATEX compliance, creating explosion proof WiFi infrastructure suitable for ATEX Zone 2/22 hazardous areas. ATEX conversion does not affect WiFi coverage or performance. Products sold at fixed prices from stock.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• BARTEC: Specialist manufacturer of explosion-protected electrical equipment, HVAC, and control systems for hazardous areas. Direct competitor in ATEX-certified climate control and industrial explosion protection.
• Cordex Instruments: UK-based manufacturer of explosion-proof cameras, thermal imagers, and communications equipment for hazardous areas. Direct overlap with Ex-Machinery's ARMADEX ATEX camera line and similar enterprise industrial customer base.
• Intertec Instrumentation: Manufacturer of explosion-proof enclosures, heating, cooling, and instrumentation for hazardous areas in oil & gas and chemical plants. Closely comparable niche specialist in ATEX HVAC and field enclosures.
• R. STAHL: German-headquartered specialist in explosion-proof electrical equipment and hazardous-area solutions including HVAC, lighting, and instrumentation. Directly comparable as a long-established ATEX/IECEx manufacturer with overlapping oil & gas and chemical end-markets.
• Cortem Group: Italian explosion-proof equipment manufacturer producing lighting, junction boxes, and HVAC for oil & gas and marine hazardous-area applications. Comparable ATEX-certified product portfolio and European industrial customer overlap.
• Pepperl+Fuchs: Global explosion-proof and intrinsically safe equipment manufacturer for hazardous areas, covering sensors, cameras, and connectivity. Comparable in ATEX certification depth and process-industry customer base, with adjacent products in explosion-proof imaging.

Broad incumbents

• Adalet (Hubbell): North American explosion-proof enclosures and electrical equipment manufacturer under Hubbell. Broader incumbent in hazardous-area electrical products with overlap on enclosure-based climate control and instrumentation.
• Siemens: Global industrial conglomerate with explosion-protected HVAC, drives, and process automation offerings for hazardous areas. Overlaps with Ex-Machinery on BMS/DCS integration targets and oil & gas customer base, though not a niche specialist.
• Eaton (Crouse-Hinds): Large diversified industrial manufacturer whose Crouse-Hinds division supplies explosion-proof electrical equipment, enclosures, and HVAC for hazardous areas. Wide incumbent with overlapping ATEX/IECEx certifications and oil & gas customers.

Emerging players

• Marechal Electric: Manufacturer of industrial plugs, sockets, and explosion-proof electrical connectors for hazardous areas. Adjacent ATEX product line with overlapping oil & gas and chemical customers but narrower HVAC exposure.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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