TECNA ATEX BALANCERS

TECNA S.p.A. produces a range of BALANCERS suitable to be installed in potentially explosive areas composed by flammable gases or combustible dusts.

WHY ATEX

TECNA was the first to develop a dedicated line with AtEx certification, suitable for use in areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere composed of flammable gases or combustible materials.

TECNA AX BALANCERS, depending on the models, are compatible with most flammable fumes, gases including Propane, Ethylene, Acethylene and Hydrogen (IIC group), as well as flammable dust.

Balancers are meant for safety and ergonomics and they must be able to follow you and your needs in every possible scenario. Therefore TECNA made balancers that can follow you also in dangerous situations, where even the tiniest spark can mean trouble.

AtEx certification, beside other features, requires products to be entirely conductive, grounded and with spark-proof materials.

TECNA AX BALANCERS line is perfect for Oil&Gas applications, oil plants and refineries, chemical plants, but also tank washers, as well as situations with flour or flammable powders in suspension.

TECNA AX BALANCERS LINE was the first to obtain AtEx certification in 2009, to supply a solution for use in areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere or where grounding and conductivity are a requirement.

The challenge was to manufacture balancers with the same endurance and performance, which would be compliant with AtEx requirements, in a no-compromise line.

TECNA AX BALANCERS LINE performs equal to the classic TECNA BALANCERS line, simply with full compliance with AtEx strict requirement.

TECNA BALANCERS can follow you wherever you go, wherever you work. Just use them and you will see, the only limit is your creativity. And when you don’t find an answer, just contact us and we’ll listen.

EPA - "ESD-PROTECTED AREA"

A special protection zone within the production An ESD-protected zone (EPA) is an area in which electrostatic charges, which are often caused by static electricity, are prevented by using appropriate ESD-products. This serves to protect against electrostatic discharge (ESD), which can damage or destroy sensitive electronic components. Electrostatic protected areas, single ESD-workstations with the tools and equipment ESD-Safe are required in nearly the entire electronics- and semiconductor production.

ARE THE SPRING BALANCERS YOU USE ESD-SAFE?

TECNA OFFERS A COMPLETE ESD-CERTIFIED PRODUCT LINE FROM RETRACTORS TO ZERO GRAVITY BALANCERS, UP TO 100KG LOAD CAPACITY

ESD DAMAGE IS MOSTLY INVISIBLE TO THE NAKED EYE

Each year, an estimated $5 billion in losses from ESD damage occur in the electronics industry alone. Recurring ESD damage can be catastrophic from a business perspective. Businesses wind up spending more to replace equipment and component than they would on basic ESD preventative products.

Since its inception, resistance welding has been TECNA's core business. This has allowed TECNA to become a leader in the design and production of the widest range of spot and projection welders, used in numerous different industrial sectors. With decades of experience, TECNA is also a trusted supplier of major players in the automotive and aerospace industries and all fields where resistance welding sees its application. TECNA welders are approved and certified by top car manufacturers worldwide.

The company's mission focuses on maintaining world leadership in the resistance welding industry. By revolutionizing the sector with continuous innovation in technology, processes, design and ergonomics. By anticipating the needs of our customers, providing solutions tailored to their needs. By focusing on automation and robotics.

One of the last innovations is the 3680 Industry, a resistance welding system controlled by a microprocessor, fully automatic, designed for industrial applications. The system features a new motorized suspension arm and the innovative 8692 gun, ensuring enhanced performance and precision. Additionally, it includes TECNA BOWDEN RETRACTOR. The welding control unit is equipped with a digital display with touch screen functionality, allowing the setting and monitoring of all welding parameters based on the tools used, as well as the type and thickness of the sheets to be welded. Furthermore, it provides a management archive for storing and reviewing welds performed, ensuring traceability and optimization of processes.

The BOWDEN RETRACTOR is a patented product of TECNA. Its installation on the 3680 is just one of its many possible applications.

The main advantages are:

• Decentralized positioning of the housing (i.e., not restricted to vertical installation)
• Easy installation, thanks to the Bowden sheath that protects the cable from damage
• Bowden extensions available in different lengths: 0.5 - 1 - 1.5 - 2 meters
• The Bowden extension allows the full stroke of the Retractor to be used (1,600 - 2,000 - 2,500 mm)

TECNA BALANCERS are manufactured in Italy, following the highest quality standards, built to last and to help you work with best performance and ergo- nomics. We make your life better. TECNA BALANCERS are essential in eliminating operator fatigue and injuries, increasing productivity by reducing cycle times and improving the quality of the production.
TECNA BALANCERS safeguard your tools, hoses and cables thus increasing their lifetime and your productivity.

TECNA is a leading worldwide manufacturer. Products, spare parts and assistance can be found easily anywhere and everywhere. Just contact us if you don’t know a local dealer and we’ll support you and guide you to the closest Tecna distributor.

TECNA BALANCERS are SAFEST.
All balancers are manufactured in conformity with the DIN 15112 Directive.
All models in TECNA’s STANDARD BALANCERS line, both stainless steel rope and NY rope, have the GS mark, the most important safety certification in the world, which very few are able to obtain on their product.
All TECNA PRODUCTS undergo thorough testing to ensure maximum safety and performance in time. Breaking load is guaranteed minimum 5 times the declared maximum load for all sensible parts.
Cables are bare, in order to ensure quick visual inspection. TECNA offers cable choice: Stainless steel, Dyneema® or Polypropylene.
Different materials on cables allow TECNA BALANCERS to be used in many different situations, for example where a steel cable might scratch delicate objects.
Innovation and improvement are constant and continuous.

TECNA ATEX BALANCERS

TECNA S.p.A. produces a range of BALANCERS suitable to be installed in potentially explosive areas composed by flammable gases or combustible dusts.

WHY ATEX

TECNA was the first to develop a dedicated line with AtEx certification, suitable for use in areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere composed of flammable gases or combustible materials.

TECNA AX BALANCERS, depending on the models, are compatible with most flammable fumes, gases including Propane, Ethylene, Acethylene and Hydrogen (IIC group), as well as flammable dust.

Balancers are meant for safety and ergonomics and they must be able to follow you and your needs in every possible scenario. Therefore TECNA made balancers that can follow you also in dangerous situations, where even the tiniest spark can mean trouble.

AtEx certification, beside other features, requires products to be entirely conductive, grounded and with spark-proof materials.

TECNA AX BALANCERS line is perfect for Oil&Gas applications, oil plants and refineries, chemical plants, but also tank washers, as well as situations with flour or flammable powders in suspension.

TECNA AX BALANCERS LINE was the first to obtain AtEx certification in 2009, to supply a solution for use in areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere or where grounding and conductivity are a requirement.

The challenge was to manufacture balancers with the same endurance and performance, which would be compliant with AtEx requirements, in a no-compromise line.

TECNA AX BALANCERS LINE performs equal to the classic TECNA BALANCERS line, simply with full compliance with AtEx strict requirement.

TECNA BALANCERS can follow you wherever you go, wherever you work. Just use them and you will see, the only limit is your creativity. And when you don’t find an answer, just contact us and we’ll listen.

EPA - "ESD-PROTECTED AREA"

A special protection zone within the production An ESD-protected zone (EPA) is an area in which electrostatic charges, which are often caused by static electricity, are prevented by using appropriate ESD-products. This serves to protect against electrostatic discharge (ESD), which can damage or destroy sensitive electronic components. Electrostatic protected areas, single ESD-workstations with the tools and equipment ESD-Safe are required in nearly the entire electronics- and semiconductor production.

ARE THE SPRING BALANCERS YOU USE ESD-SAFE?

TECNA OFFERS A COMPLETE ESD-CERTIFIED PRODUCT LINE FROM RETRACTORS TO ZERO GRAVITY BALANCERS, UP TO 100KG LOAD CAPACITY

ESD DAMAGE IS MOSTLY INVISIBLE TO THE NAKED EYE

Each year, an estimated $5 billion in losses from ESD damage occur in the electronics industry alone. Recurring ESD damage can be catastrophic from a business perspective. Businesses wind up spending more to replace equipment and component than they would on basic ESD preventative products.

Since its inception, resistance welding has been TECNA's core business. This has allowed TECNA to become a leader in the design and production of the widest range of spot and projection welders, used in numerous different industrial sectors. With decades of experience, TECNA is also a trusted supplier of major players in the automotive and aerospace industries and all fields where resistance welding sees its application. TECNA welders are approved and certified by top car manufacturers worldwide.

The company's mission focuses on maintaining world leadership in the resistance welding industry. By revolutionizing the sector with continuous innovation in technology, processes, design and ergonomics. By anticipating the needs of our customers, providing solutions tailored to their needs. By focusing on automation and robotics.

One of the last innovations is the 3680 Industry, a resistance welding system controlled by a microprocessor, fully automatic, designed for industrial applications. The system features a new motorized suspension arm and the innovative 8692 gun, ensuring enhanced performance and precision. Additionally, it includes TECNA BOWDEN RETRACTOR. The welding control unit is equipped with a digital display with touch screen functionality, allowing the setting and monitoring of all welding parameters based on the tools used, as well as the type and thickness of the sheets to be welded. Furthermore, it provides a management archive for storing and reviewing welds performed, ensuring traceability and optimization of processes.

The BOWDEN RETRACTOR is a patented product of TECNA. Its installation on the 3680 is just one of its many possible applications.

The main advantages are:

• Decentralized positioning of the housing (i.e., not restricted to vertical installation)
• Easy installation, thanks to the Bowden sheath that protects the cable from damage
• Bowden extensions available in different lengths: 0.5 - 1 - 1.5 - 2 meters
• The Bowden extension allows the full stroke of the Retractor to be used (1,600 - 2,000 - 2,500 mm)