# indEx Enclosures

> UK manufacturer of custom ATEX-certified and industrial electrical enclosures. Manufactured in Ashford, Kent since 2012. Products include stainless steel terminal boxes, junction boxes, GRP enclosures, and floor-standing cabinets. Certified to ATEX (2014/34/EU), IECEx, and UKCA. Custom sizes, 24-hour quotes, 3–4 week lead times.

indEx Enclosures Ltd, 5 Wyvern Way, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8DW. Tel: +44 1233 801 890. sales@indexenclosures.com

## Products

- [ATEX Enclosures](https://indexenclosures.com/atex-enclosures/): Full range of ATEX-certified enclosures for hazardous areas. Zone 1 and Zone 2 gas, Zone 22 dust. Ex eb IIC T6 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T80°C Db as standard. Stainless steel and GRP.
- [iTB Terminal Box](https://indexenclosures.com/atex-enclosures/terminal-boxes/): Hinged-lid stainless steel terminal box. ATEX Ex e certified. Custom sizes from 250×150×130 mm. 316L or 304 stainless, IP66, 3–4 week lead time.
- [iSTB Junction Box](https://indexenclosures.com/atex-enclosures/junction-boxes/): Bolted-lid stainless steel junction box. ATEX Ex e certified. Custom sizes from 120×120×90 mm. 316L or 304 stainless, IP66.
- [iGRP GRP Enclosure](https://indexenclosures.com/atex-enclosures/grp-enclosures/): Glass-reinforced polyester enclosure. ATEX Ex e certified for Zones 0, 1 and 2. Corrosion-resistant. Standard sizes 75×80×55 to 400×600×200 mm.
- [iTB Cabinet Enclosures](https://indexenclosures.com/atex-enclosures/cabinet-enclosures/): Floor-standing stainless steel cabinet enclosures. ATEX and industrial. Custom sizes from 600×400×200 to 2000×1200×800 mm.
- [Industrial Enclosures](https://indexenclosures.com/industrial-enclosures/): Non-ATEX stainless steel, GRP, and mild steel enclosures for general industrial applications. Same custom sizing and lead times as the ATEX range.

## Technical Resources

- [What are ATEX enclosures?](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/what-are-atex-enclosures/): Plain-English overview of ATEX certification, who needs it, and how enclosures are specified.
- [ATEX protection methods](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/atex-protection-methods/): Ex d, Ex e, Ex ia, Ex p, Ex n, Ex s, Ex tb — the full set of protection concepts with application guidance.
- [ATEX zone classification](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/atex-zone-classification/): Zone 0, 1, 2, 20, 21, 22 — how each is defined, who classifies them, and what equipment is required in each.
- [What does ATEX certification involve?](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/atex-certification/): Notified body testing, EC-type examination, technical documentation, and ongoing surveillance explained.
- [How to ensure ATEX compliance](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/atex-compliance/): Compliance obligations for equipment manufacturers and installation contractors under ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU.
- [ATEX compliance checklist for refinery installations](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/atex-compliance-checklist/): Practical checklist for specifying engineers and safety managers.
- [Critical mistakes when specifying ATEX enclosures for vessels](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/atex-vessel-guide/): Seven specification errors that lead to certification failure or site rejection on offshore and marine projects.
- [How to choose the right ATEX enclosure](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/how-to-choose-atex-enclosure/): Step-by-step guide: zone, protection concept, material, IP rating, cable entries.
- [Ex eb increased safety protection](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/ex-eb-protection/): How Ex eb works, where it applies, and why it is the standard method for terminal boxes and junction boxes.
- [Ex db/eb combined protection](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/ex-db-eb/): The combined flameproof and increased safety method used in ATEX control panels.
- [Ex ia intrinsic safety](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/ex-ia-intrinsic-safety/): How intrinsic safety limits available energy to prevent ignition, and when it applies.
- [Ex nR restricted breathing enclosures](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/ex-nr-enclosures/): How Ex nR uses a sealed IP66 enclosure to exclude hazardous atmospheres in Zone 2.
- [IP ratings guide](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/ip-ratings-guide/): IP54, IP65, IP66, IP67, IP68 explained — what each protects against and which to specify.
- [What affects the price of a custom stainless steel enclosure?](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/stainless-steel-pricing/): Six factors that drive price: material grade, wall thickness, size, finish, lead time, and certification. Indicative price ranges included.
- [UK ATEX enclosure manufacturers compared](https://indexenclosures.com/resources/uk-enclosure-manufacturers/): Factual comparison of indEx, Abtech, R. STAHL, Weidmüller, Hawke International, and Ce-Tek by capability, certification scope, and lead time.

## Company

- [About indEx Enclosures](https://indexenclosures.com/about/): Company history since 2012, team profiles, and factory location in Ashford, Kent.
- [Get a Quote](https://indexenclosures.com/get-a-quote/): Enquiry form for custom enclosure specifications. Same-day response, Mon–Fri.
- [3D Enclosure Configurator](https://indexenclosures.com/configurator/): Interactive configurator for indicative pricing on standard enclosure sizes.

## Certifications

indEx Enclosures holds the following current certifications:
- ATEX: CML 18ATEX3300X — II 2 G Ex e IIC T6 Gb, stainless steel and mild steel enclosures (CML, UK Notified Body)
- IECEx: IECEx CML 18.0229X — Ex e IIC, international certification (CML)
- ATEX GRP: EPS 13 ATEX 1616X — II 2 G Ex e IIC, GRP polyester enclosures (EPS Notified Body)
- UKCA: GB/CML/QAR20.0009 — UK Conformity Assessed, post-Brexit domestic market
- ISO 9001:2015 quality management system