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What We Find Beneath the Surface
A glimpse into the hidden defects we uncover during our ATEX inspections, many of which may have been present since installation or subsequent maintenance. These real-world findings highlight why a structured inspection programme is essential to identifying risks that could otherwise go unnoticed for years.
What We Find Beneath the Surface
Real Inspections. Real Findings. Hidden Risks.
Not every hazardous area defect develops through age or deterioration. Many of the issues we uncover appear to have originated during the initial installation or subsequent maintenance work.
From damaged cable gland seals and exposed conductors to poorly made connections and damaged terminals, these defects can remain unnoticed for years while equipment continues to operate normally.
This highlights the importance of having a properly managed ATEX inspection programme. Without accurate records of which equipment has received a detailed inspection, and a structured approach to extending that coverage across the installation, hidden defects can remain undetected indefinitely.
At Milaco Engineering, we encourage clients to look beyond simply completing their periodic inspection requirements. By tracking detailed inspection history and progressively covering all equipment, we can help build a clearer picture of the installation's condition and identify issues that may otherwise go unnoticed.
Below is a small selection of real defects uncovered during our inspections, demonstrating why a planned, consistent approach to hazardous area inspection matters.
Because equipment that's working isn't necessarily equipment that's safe.