Safety Classification

In a world where safety and reliability are crucial, there are buildings that require a higher level of protection than ordinary properties. These are called safety-classified buildings and are designed to protect both people and critical societal functions. But what does it actually mean for a building to be safety-classified, and what requirements are imposed?

Different Levels of Safety Classification

The safety classification of a building is determined by its function and the risk of damage in the event of accidents, attacks, or other extreme situations. According to industry standards, safety-classified buildings are divided into four categories:

Safety Class 1 – Buildings with extremely high safety requirements where a failure can have devastating consequences. Examples include nuclear power plants and chemical handling facilities.

Safety Class 2 – Facilities with high risk where damage can affect large areas, such as oil refineries and major industrial plants.

Safety Class 3 – Buildings where the risk is moderate but safety is still of great importance, such as smaller chemical factories and production facilities.


Safety Class 4 – Properties with lower risk, but where there are still requirements for a certain safety standard, such as office buildings or smaller commercial operations.

Technical Solutions for Safety-Classified Buildings

For a building to be classified within any of these categories, advanced technical solutions are required. Malux plays a central role here by delivering products and systems that ensure function and operational reliability even in the most demanding environments.

We provide:

  • Heating Products – Reliable heating solutions to maintain the correct temperature even in exposed environments.
  • Lighting – Specially adapted lighting for safety-critical environments, including explosion-proof luminaires.
  • Electrical Panels – Robust electrical distribution with high safety and operational reliability.
  • Fans and Ventilation – Systems that ensure airflows are controlled and the indoor environment remains safe.

Why is Safety Classification Important?

Safety classification is not just about constructing robust facilities. It’s about creating safe working environments, protecting critical societal functions, and preventing accidents and damage.

By choosing a supplier with expertise in safety-classified buildings, you ensure that the right solutions are implemented from the start. Malux has extensive experience working on projects where high safety is crucial. With our specialized expertise and wide range of products adapted for demanding environments, we help our customers meet the toughest safety requirements.

Selected products

Finned Heater Ex

Explosion-proof self-regulating finned heater

e865F.. LED Luminaire Ex

Explosion-proof LED lighting with a robust glass fiber reinforced housing.

Panels Ex

Explosion-proof panel. Can be supplied in various designs.

Fans Ex

Explosion-proof fans for a safe industry. For ventilation of, for example, battery rooms or painting areas.

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