TC 31 - Equipment for explosive atmospheres
To prepare and maintain international standards relating to equipment for use where there is a hazard due to the possible presence of explosive atmospheres of gases, vapours, mists or combustible dusts
Equipements pour atmosphères explosives
Préparer et maintenir des normes internationales concernant le matériel électrique utilisable dans les atmosphères explosibles sous forme de gaz, vapeurs, brouillards ou poussières combustibles.
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TC 31 is a Technical Committee within the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). It is named "Equipment for explosive atmospheres" and is responsible for: To prepare and maintain international standards relating to equipment for use where there is a hazard due to the possible presence of explosive atmospheres of gases, vapours, mists or combustible dusts This committee has published 224 standards.
TC 31 develops IEC standards in the area of Information technology. The scope of work includes: To prepare and maintain international standards relating to equipment for use where there is a hazard due to the possible presence of explosive atmospheres of gases, vapours, mists or combustible dusts Currently, there are 224 published standards from this technical committee.
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) is the world's leading organization for the preparation and publication of international standards for electrical, electronic, and related technologies. Founded in 1906, the IEC provides a global platform for companies, industries, and governments to meet, discuss, and develop the international standards they require.
A Technical Committee (TC) in IEC is a group of experts responsible for developing international standards in a specific technical area. TCs are composed of national member body delegates and work through consensus to create standards that meet global industry needs. Each TC may have subcommittees (SCs) and working groups (WGs) for specialized topics.