IS Radios (Intrinsically Safe): Maximum Protection in Hazardous Locations

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As a major Motorola products distributor, Accès Communications is recognized for its technical expertise and quality advisory service.

Whether you're looking for a conventional radio communication system, digital trunked system, or point-to-point wireless security solution, our engineering team will guide you in selecting and integrating your IS certified radios.

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IS Radios (Intrinsically Safe): Maximum Protection in Hazardous Areas

Intrinsically safe radios (IS) are specifically designed to operate safely in environments where explosive atmospheres may form. This intrinsic safety technology ensures your communication devices will never produce sparks, electrical arcs, or sufficient heat to trigger an explosion.

Accès Communications offers a complete range of intrinsically safe Motorola radios, certified for hazardous locations in chemical plants, refineries, fuel storage facilities, and environments containing combustible dust. Perfectly complementing our CSA certified radios, our expertise ensures reliable communication even in the most critical conditions.

Why Choose an IS Radio?

Absolute Protection: Complete elimination of ignition risk in explosive environments.
Regulatory Compliance: Meets CSA and other international standards for hazardous locations. Our IS radios are also UL certified for North American markets.
Extreme Reliability: Continuous operation even in the presence of flammable gases or combustible dust. For less critical environments, discover our waterproof radios offering enhanced protection.
Versatile Usage: Suitable for chemical plants, refineries, oil platforms, and storage facilities. Available in portable models according to your needs.
Critical Communication: Maintains essential radio links without compromising safety, with the option to integrate LTE solutions for extended coverage.

An Expert Partner in Intrinsic Safety

Our team of engineers specialized in intrinsic safety assists you in evaluating your hazardous zones and selecting the appropriate IS radios.

Whether you work in emergency and security services or the forestry, mining, and petroleum sectors, we have the expertise to meet your specific needs. We ensure the installation, configuration, and maintenance of your equipment to guarantee optimal protection for your teams.

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What is an intrinsically safe radio?

An IS radio is designed to limit its electrical and thermal energy to levels incapable of igniting an explosive atmosphere. Components are specially selected and protected to maintain this intrinsic safety even in case of equipment failure.

When should I use an intrinsically safe radio?

Chemical and Petrochemical Industry: Chemical plants use our IS radios to maintain team communications when handling flammable products and volatile solvents. For emergency interventions, our IS public safety radios ensure rescue coordination.
Dusty Environments: In silos, mills, and processing facilities, our intrinsically safe radios operate safely even in the presence of combustible dust. Our construction site IS radios withstand the toughest conditions.
Storage Areas: Fuel warehouses, gas depots, and petroleum terminals benefit from reliable communications without explosion risk. For firefighters intervening in these zones, our NFPA compliant radios offer maximum protection.

Can I use an IS radio in non-hazardous areas?

Absolutely. Intrinsically safe radios work perfectly in all environments, offering even superior ruggedness compared to standard models.

Do IS radios have the same range as standard radios?

Yes, our intrinsically safe radios maintain excellent communication performance while respecting ATEX zone safety constraints. Our IS-compatible repeaters extend coverage when necessary.

How do I know if I need an intrinsically safe radio?

If your work environment presents explosion risks (gases, vapors, combustible dust), or if you work in chemical plants, IS radios are mandatory for your teams' safety. Our security radios may also meet certain specialized needs.

What certifications do your IS radios have?

Our intrinsically safe radios are CSA certified (Canada), ATEX (Europe), and meet the strictest international standards for hazardous location equipment. They also comply with Canadian IC regulations.

Are IS radio batteries also intrinsically safe?

Yes, all components of our IS radios, including batteries, chargers, and accessories, respect intrinsic safety principles for complete protection.