When safety is non-negotiable, certified iPad mobility keeps field operations productive —
even in Zone 1 & Zone 2 areas
A leading public energy utility in Southeast Asia operates a vast network of gas pipelines, compressor stations, and electrical infrastructure—much of it located in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas.
Field engineers depended on iPads for inspections, reporting, and SOP access—but consumer devices were never designed for explosive environments.
The Challenge
Digital workflows trapped outside
hazardous zones
- Inspections performed in gas pipelines, compressor stations, and cable junction boxes
- iPads already central to reporting, documentation, and real-time data capture
- Zone 1 / Zone 2 classified environments with flammable gas and ignition risk
- Standard iPads not ATEX or IECEx certified
- Improvised protective cases offered no safety assurance
- Device damage from impact, moisture, and vibration caused downtime
- Risk of regulatory non-compliance and operational shutdowns
The Solution
TJF HTA3021 Flameproof Mobile Platform
HTA3021 transforms a standard iPad mini into a fully certified hazardous-area device, enabling safe digital operations directly inside explosive environments.
Key Capabilities
- IECEx & ATEX Zone 1 / 21 certified
- Flameproof safe electrical architecture
- Prevents ignition from battery, electronics, or static discharge
- Fully sealed, rugged enclosure for harsh industrial use
- Shock, impact, chemical, dust, and moisture protection
- Designed for glove use and demanding field conditions
Drop-In Deployment
- Uses existing iPads
- No new OS, no retraining
- No need to purchase specialized hazardous tablets
- Low switching cost, high operational continuity
The Results
From compliance risk to operational advantage
Safety & Compliance
- iPads legally and safely deployed in Zone 1 / Zone 2 environments
- Eliminated device-related ignition risks
- Full alignment with regulatory and HSE standards
Operational Efficiency
- Engineers maintained familiar iPad workflows with zero disruption
- Real-time reporting, digital SOP access, and photo documentation on site
- Faster inspections and decision-making
Asset Durability
- Significant reduction in device failures and breakage
- Extended iPad lifecycle with industrial-grade protection
- Reduced downtime in critical infrastructure operations
Cost Savings & Standardization
- Protected existing IT investment
- No need for expensive hazardous-rated tablets
- One standardized, certified platform across field teams
“A safer, fully compliant, and efficient
inspection ecosystem—without
compromising digital transformation.“
