The network video product company Axis Communications introduces its first explosion protected network cameras. XF40-Q1765 Explosion Protected Fixed Network Camera and XP40-Q1765 Explosion Protected PTZ Network Camera both feature a 316L stainless steel housing certified for hazardous areas according to among others ATEX, IECEx, cLCus and Class I, II/Div 1 for OSHA. The housings are made and certified by Oxalis Group Ltd in the UK, a specialist provider of communications and security products for hazardous areas, and fitted with customised AXIS Q1765-LE Network Cameras.
Erik Frännlid, Director of Product Management, Axis Communications, says: “With the new explosion protected network cameras we are offering plant managers in the oil, gas, chemical processing, paper and textile industries a powerful video surveillance monitoring solution for hazardous areas. In addition, Axis’ broad safe area product portfolio complements these two new cameras, opening for new installations in new markets. We have partnered with Oxalis, a member of Eaton Corp., combining our profound knowledge of digital network systems with the expertise in explosion protection of Oxalis Group Ltd.”
The cameras are designed not to cause an explosion. Their housings prevent any inside spark or explosion from escaping and igniting gases or dust in the surrounding air. The cameras can also be equipped with certified, explosion protected accessories, such as wall mounts, pole top brackets and a pressurized washer tank.
They provide colour fidelity, as well integration with other equipment, such as access control and fire alarms. They offer flexible remote accessibility, using any IP-based networks. XP40-Q1765 also offers continuous 360 degree pan-tilt.
The cameras are supported by video management software through the Axis Application Development Partner Program, and AXIS Camera Station. The cameras also include support for AXIS Camera Application Platform and ONVIF for camera system integration and for application developers to provide the camera with intelligent capabilities.
XF40-Q1765 and XP40-Q1765 for hazardous areas complement Axis’ range of network cameras for use in safe areas. The explosion protected network cameras and their accessories are planned to be available in the last quarter of 2015 through Axis distribution channels.
