Application guide
Temporary & Shutdown Lighting for Hazardous Areas in the UAE & GCC
Turnarounds and tank entries need light fast, in the right place and safe to use. We supply portable Ex worklights, floodlights, area lights and intrinsically safe lamps for Zone 1 and Zone 2 work.
Which portable light suits the job?
Choose by the size of the space, whether cables are allowed, and the hazardous-area zone.
| Your situation | Start with | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Tight spaces and hand-carried tasks | SA Lumin Worklight 100 | 1.8 kg and under 29 W. Certified for Zones 1 and 2 (gas) and 21 and 22 (dust). |
| A vessel or room that needs light all round | SA Lumin Worklight 200 | 4,000 lm with 360 degree distribution, certified for the same zones. |
| A wide work area or tank bund | SA Lumin Floodlight SAFL300 | Over 8,000 lm, with an operating range of -50 to +55 °C. |
| Confined space entry where cables are a hazard | SA Lumin Rechargeable Floodlight SARF300 | Cordless with up to 2,000 lm, so there are no trailing cables. |
| Large work fronts during a turnaround | SA Lumin EX Area Light | 30,000 lm from 300 W, Ex certified for Zones 1 and 2 (gas), with a scaffold clamp. |
| A big area on a 42 V supply | Ex Floodlight RFID | Up to 20,000 lm from 230 VAC or 42 VAC, with an RFID tag in the housing for inspection records. |
| Inspection, rescue or hand-held work in Zone 0 | Intrinsically safe angle light or scene light | The Intrant Duo Turbo is certified for ATEX Zone 0/20. The Nightstick XPR-5592GX is a Zone 0 intrinsically safe scene light. |
Temporary lights need a power source that is also safe. Portable ATEX transformers and distribution boxes supply 110 V or 42 V to many of these lights, so plan the power with the lighting.
Portable and temporary lighting we supply
Every item below links to its product page. Specifications are taken from the product pages, so check the datasheet for your exact model and approval.
SA Lumin Worklight 100
Compact 1.8 kg worklight drawing under 29 W. Zones 1 and 2 (gas), 21 and 22 (dust).
SA Lumin Worklight 200
4,000 lm with full 360 degree distribution. Same zone certification.
SA Lumin Floodlight SAFL300
Over 8,000 lm, -50 to +55 °C. Zones 1 and 2 (gas), 21 and 22 (dust).
SA Lumin Rechargeable Floodlight
Up to 2,000 lm with no mains cable, for confined space entry.
SA Lumin EX Area Light
30,000 lm from 300 W. Ex certified for Zones 1 and 2 (gas). Scaffold clamp.
Ex Floodlight RFID
Up to 20,000 lm on 230 VAC or 42 VAC, RFID tag and Gorilla glass.
Nightstick XPR-5592GX Scene Light
Zone 0 intrinsically safe scene light for hazardous-area work.
Nightstick Intrant Duo Turbo
ATEX Zone 0/20, cETLus and IECEx. 250 or 110 lm spot with a 469 m beam.
Power the lights safely with SA Powernet EX 400VA transformers and EX splitter boxes. Browse Portable ATEX Lights.
How to plan temporary lighting for a shutdown
Six points to settle before the crews arrive.
- What zones will the crews work in?Give the zone, gas and dust group and temperature class for every work front.
- How much light does each task need?Detailed inspection needs more light than general access. Match lumens to the task and area.
- Can cables be used?In confined spaces, cordless lights remove the trip and damage risk.
- How is the lighting powered?Plan Ex-rated transformers and distribution so lights are powered safely and from the correct voltage.
- How will lights be mounted?Free-standing, clamped to scaffold or magnetic bases each suit different positions.
- How will you track inspection?Some fixtures carry RFID tags that make maintenance and inspection records easier.
Where these systems are used
Plant shutdowns and turnarounds
Area lights and floodlights across many work fronts at once.
Tank and vessel entry
Cordless floodlights and compact worklights inside the space.
Inspection and maintenance rounds
Intrinsically safe angle and hand lights for technicians.
Emergency response and rescue
Zone 0/20 certified lights for fire and rescue crews.
Brands behind these products
Temporary and shutdown lighting FAQs
What is the difference between a worklight and a floodlight?
A worklight lights a close task or a small space, often 360 degrees. A floodlight lights a wider area from a stand. Both come in Ex certified versions for hazardous areas.
Can I use cordless lights in confined spaces?
Yes, if they are certified for the zone. The SA Lumin rechargeable floodlight has no mains cable and gives up to 2,000 lm.
Which portable lights are certified for Zone 1?
The SA Lumin worklights and floodlights are certified for Zones 1 and 2 (gas) and 21 and 22 (dust). The SA Lumin EX Area Light is Ex certified for Zones 1 and 2 (gas).
Do portable lights need special power supply?
Many run from 110 V or 42 V supplied by an Ex-rated transformer. SA Powernet EX transformers and splitter boxes are available for this.
Do you supply lights for Zone 0?
Yes. The Intrant Duo Turbo angle light is certified for ATEX Zone 0/20 and the Nightstick XPR-5592GX is a Zone 0 intrinsically safe scene light.
Do you supply temporary lighting across the GCC?
Yes. Daly Middle East supplies from Dubai to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.
Planning a shutdown or turnaround in the UAE or GCC?
Send us the zones, work areas, light levels and power available. We will recommend the lighting and quote it.