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ATEX Motor Repairs

If an ATEX motor fails, you're not just dealing with downtime — you're dealing with a compliance risk. Motors operating in potentially explosive atmospheres must be repaired to strict standards, by engineers who are certified to work on them. Mawdsleys BER is an AEMT Ex Registered Repairer, and every ATEX motor repair we carry out is completed in-house by Ex-certified engineers, to the standards required under IEC 60079-19.

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Why choose Mawdsleys for ATEX motor repair

  • AEMT Ex Registered Repairer — independently assessed on engineer training, quality systems and repair standards
  • Two Ex-certified engineers, trained to IEC BS EN 60079-19 and the AEMT’s IECEx Recognised Training Provider Programme
  • Every repair handled in-house — no subcontractors, no gaps in the compliance chain
  • 24/7 nationwide emergency callout for critical ATEX motor failures
  • Full documentation — every repair is recorded and traceable, so you can demonstrate compliance
  • We repair all types of ATEX/Ex motors, including dust ignition proof (Ex t), flameproof (Ex d), and increased safety (Ex e) protection types

Our ATEX motor repair process

  1. Inspection & compliance check — every motor is assessed against its original ATEX certification and zone rating before any work begins.
  2. Full mechanical and electrical diagnosis — winding resistance, insulation integrity and mechanical tolerances are all tested.
  3. Repair to Ex standard — any work required (rewind, bearing replacement, housing repair) is carried out to the exact tolerances and materials required to maintain ATEX compliance.
  4. Re-certification testing — the repaired motor is tested to confirm it meets the required protection standard before it leaves our workshop.
  5. Documentation — you receive a full repair report and compliance documentation for your records
An image of one of our engineers inspecting an AC motor
An image of one of our engineers inspecting an AC motor

Signs your ATEX motor needs repair

The earlier you catch these, the less it will cost — and the lower the compliance risk:

  • Unusual noise or vibration
  • Overheating
  • Reduced performance or output
  • Failure to start
  • Any visible damage to the motor housing or protective covers

If your ATEX motor is showing any of these signs, don’t wait — in a hazardous area, a developing fault is a safety issue, not just a performance one.

Why ATEX compliance matters

Where an ATEX motor is present, you have a legal responsibility to ensure it meets and continues to meet the relevant standards — an incorrectly repaired motor can invalidate its certification even if it appears to run normally. That’s why every repair we carry out is completed by Ex-certified engineers, using the correct materials and tolerances for the motor’s protection type.

Want the full picture on ATEX motor types, zone classifications and what’s required on the nameplate? Read our full guide to ATEX motors →

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Emergency ATEX motor repair

An ATEX motor failure in a hazardous area can’t wait. We offer a 24/7, 365-day nationwide emergency callout service for critical ATEX motor failures — get in touch and we’ll respond fast.

This is why

1. Speed of service

Reducing your downtime is our main priority. That’s why, from the moment you call to the final report, we move fast. No delays. Just results.

2. High-quality service

With over 100 years experience, we’ve built a reputation on precision, excellence, and constant improvement. You expect the best—we deliver it.

3. One-stop shop

The vast experience of our staff, combined with our state-of-the-art workshop, provide us with flexibility. We do not only repair – we manufacture.

4. ATEX motors specialists

Repairing all types of ATEX motors. We are an AEMT Ex Registered Repairer recognised for our quality systems and professional repair standards.

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ATEX Motor Repair FAQ

What is an ATEX motor?

An ATEX motor is an electric motor specifically designed and certified for use in potentially explosive or hazardous atmospheres, in line with the ATEX directive.

When should I have my ATEX motor repaired?

Look out for the signs of failure in the question above. The earlier you notice them, the less expensive your ATEX motor repair will be.

Are you compliant with the current regulations?

Yes, we are an AEMT Ex Registered Repairer and have two engineers who are certified according to the most recent standards.

Are you certified to repair ATEX motors?

Yes — we're an AEMT Ex Registered Repairer, and we have two engineers certified to the current IEC 60079-19 standard for the repair, overhaul and reclamation of Ex equipment.

Does an ATEX motor repair affect its certification?

Only if it's not done correctly. Repairs must be carried out to the motor's original protection standard, using the right materials and tolerances — which is why ATEX repairs should always be handled by certified engineers.

How much does an ATEX motor repair cost?

It depends on the fault and the motor's protection type. The earlier you catch signs of failure, the less expensive the repair is likely to be. We'll inspect and quote before any work begins.

Can you carry out emergency ATEX motor repairs?

Yes — we offer a 24/7, 365-day nationwide emergency callout service for ATEX motor failures.

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