LED Lighting for Sawmills & Wood Processing
Dust-Ignition Protection: Safety in High-Particulate Environments
The Challenge: Combustible Dust and Fire Hazards
In sawmills, joinery workshops, and timber processing facilities, combustible wood dust is a constant byproduct. This fine particulate matter is highly explosive when suspended in the air or allowed to accumulate on hot surfaces. Standard industrial lighting can act as an ignition source if dust enters the housing or if the external temperature of the fixture rises too high. To maintain safety and compliance, these areas are typically classified as ATEX Zone 21 or 22 (Dust) environments, requiring equipment specifically rated to prevent dust-ignition.
The Solution: Dual-Protection with Lumev ATEX LED Series
We provide a tiered lighting solution to cover every inch of a timber facility, from low-ceiling workstations to massive log-processing halls.
For High Ceilings: The EXCE High Bay Series For large-scale sawmills with high rafters, our Explosion Proof High Bays are the ideal solution. These "UFO" style lights deliver up to 200W of power with a luminous efficiency of 130lm/W. Their flameproof enclosure design and independent chambers for wiring and light sources ensure that internal sparks never reach the dust-filled atmosphere. Rated for IP66 and capable of withstanding 7J impacts, they are built for the heavy-duty reality of timber handling.
For Workstations & Low Ceilings: The TPCE Linear Series For general workshop lighting and assembly areas, the TPCE linear series offers a wide, uniform beam. With an IP66 dust-tight rating and a T75°C temperature class, these fixtures stay cool even when covered in fine sawdust, preventing smouldering and fire risks.
Featured Solutions: Use the EXCE Highbay (100W/200W) for primary overhead lighting and the TPCE Series for task-specific lighting over saws and planers.
Technical Compliance: ATEX & IECEx Zone 21/22 Certified | T-Class T93°C - T103°C (High Bay) | IP66 Dust-Tight | 7J Impact Resistant.
Why Lumev is the Partner for UK Timber Facilities
HSE & DSEAR Compliance: Our fixtures help UK sawmills comply with HSE Wood Dust guidance (WIS22) and DSEAR regulations by providing certified electrical equipment for hazardous dust zones.
Advanced Heat Management: Both our High Bay and Linear series are designed with high-strength aluminum alloys to maximize heat dissipation. This keeps surface temperatures low, significantly reducing the risk of dust ignition.
Bespoke DIALux Planning: Sawmills often have complex layouts with large machinery. We provide free DIALux simulations combining High Bays and Linear lights to ensure uniform Lux levels and eliminate dangerous shadows in cutting zones.
UK VAT & DDP Delivery: We support the UK's wood processing sector with rapid 3-5 day delivery. As a UK VAT-registered supplier, we ship all orders DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), so there are no hidden fees or customs delays.
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