Environmental, Social and Governance
At Ex-Tech Signalling, we prioritise ESG by reducing environmental impact and operational risks, meeting customer expectations, boosting employee engagement, and promoting a diverse, inclusive culture.
Actions and Meaningful Results
Since becoming part of the Pioneer Safety Group, Ex-Tech Signalling took a significant step towards achieving Net Zero by 2050 in 2023. We streamlined processes and relocated some production areas to new facilities.
Our factory in Plymouth, Devon, is just one aspect of our ongoing efforts. We continue to evolve our behaviours and processes to ensure we operate sustainably and responsibly, with a clear focus on keeping people safe.
Energy Reduction
As part of our ESG and ISO 14001 initiatives, we’ve concentrated on reducing our electricity and gas consumption.
To achieve significant results, we installed intelligent lighting systems in our facilities, reduced compressor usage, standardised site working hours, automatically controlled unnecessary AC and heater use, and reduced heat loss in specific areas, among other initiatives.
Net Zero 2050
With a focus on Net Zero 2050, Ex-Tech Signalling has fostered a culture of responsibility within our team. Alongside encouraging behavioural changes in daily duties, we promote cycling to work through a cycle-to-work scheme, walking, and car sharing, among other initiatives.
Additionally, we are committed to reducing our impact on the climate by collaborating with local schemes, getting involved in beach cleans and engage in other environmental projects.
Our Values
Health & Safety Wellbeing
At Ex-Tech Signalling, safety is central to our operations, ensuring a safe and healthy workplace for all employees.
We not only manufacture safety products and train customers in their proper operation and maintenance, but we also ensure that our team builds and supports these products in the safest possible manner.
We strive for continuous improvement in our overall health and safety performance, which is reviewed, updated, and revised annually.
Ethical Culture
We prioritise a positive workplace culture, offering fair and equal opportunities for all employees and supply chain resellers. We also consider the impact of our decisions on local communities, especially around our Plymouth, Devon facility.
We are committed to integrity, honesty, and transparency in all our actions, ensuring fairness and respect.
We are dedicated to quality, complying with all relevant laws, and competing fairly. Ex-Tech Signalling strictly prohibits bribery and adheres to best practices in corporate governance.
Diversity and Equality
At Ex-Tech Signalling, the health and wellbeing of our staff are central to our culture, alongside our commitment to equality through diversity and inclusivity policies.
We ensure that all employees are treated with dignity and respect, offering equal opportunities regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, maternity, marital status, family status, disability, age, or national origin.
Latest News & Articles
Hydrogen and synthetic fuel boom signals need for explosion protection
Europe’s energy system has been changing shape for many years. While traditional refinery megaprojects have slowed, investment is accelerating into green hydrogen and synthetic fuels (e‑fuels). This new wave of energy projects gives opportunities for businesses helping to keep these evolving industries safe from explosion. Ex-tech Signalling is one of them as Mark Pemberton explains.
Ex-Tech Signalling at Resource & Waste Management (RWM) Expo 2025
We're exhibiting at this year's Resource & Waste Management Expo (RWM Expo) at the NEC, UK, 17–18 September, Hall 18, Stand ME-B230, for the very first time.
Meet Katherine Healey, mechanical engineer at Ex-Tech Signalling
Celebrate Women in Engineering with Katherine Healey’s story; her path, projects, and advice for aspiring female engineers at Ex-Tech Signalling
Explosion-Proof Certification: ATEX or IECEx?
Compare ATEX and IECEx certification standards and learn how to choose the right one for explosion-proof signalling equipment in hazardous environments.
Enhancing Airport Safety: Replacing Over 250 ATEX Manual Call Points at European refuelling operation
A flight refuelling company at a major European airport recently contacted Ex-tech Signalling to discuss replacing over 250 explosion proof Manual Call Points (MCPs) that had been in service for over 10 years. These call points which were originally manufactured by Ex-tech Signalling, had been supplied over many years by various companies and contractors.
SIL2 status achieved for Ex-tech Signalling’s ATEX and IECEx products
SIL2 status achieved for Ex-tech Signalling’s ATEX and IECEx products
Explosion proof sounders for FPSO safety
When you're standing on the deck of a Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) unit, the sheer scale of these maritime marvels is breathtaking. These vessels, which have revolutionised offshore oil and gas operations, serve as floating facilities that extract, process, and store hydrocarbons.
ATEX beacons and sounders for hazardous area safety systems
In hazardous areas, explosion proof safety systems use ATEX / IECEx sounders and beacons to alert in emergency situations.
Guide to Explosion Proof (ATEX) Sounders and Horns
In the event of an incident in a manufacturing or logistics operation, office, retail or public building, sounder horns are an important device to alert personnel and the public of a probable danger and to indicate action needs to be taken.
Explosion-Proof Sounders for Bird Deterrent Systems in Offshore Applications
Offshore platforms, essential for oil and gas extraction, face numerous challenges due to their unique and harsh environments. One often overlooked but significant issue is the presence of sea birds and their droppings, particularly on helidecks. This problem not only poses health risks but also operational hazards, which requires effective solutions to ensure safety and […]
Ex Signalling Beacons: A Guide to Explosion Proof Devices
Businesses operating with potentially explosive atmospheres need lighting beacons to quickly communicate and draw attention to specific areas, hazards, or activities in a process or plant. However, a cheap standard device or fake “Ex” beacon from an online retailer for example could potentially cause an explosion. Here’s why and what hazardous area operations should look […]
Pioneer Safety Group, the explosion protection hub at ADIPEC
The Pioneer Safety Group returns to ADIPEC in Hall 8 with an even larger portfolio of explosion protection products, solutions and hazardous area services that help protect people, their investment and our environment. “For ADIPEC visitors looking for explosion proof products and hazardous area support, the Pioneer Safety Group® stand will be the hub of […]
Part of the Pioneer Safety Group
A wide range of specialist safety services and products are delivered through six core brands. Well established and growing, the brands serve similar sectors to each other, often collaborating on projects to solve customers’ safety challenges. Learn more on the Pioneer Safety Group website.
Our consultancy business helps companies on their journey to compliance, solving complex safety challenges with audit, training, inspection and certification services.
UK designer and manufacturer of flameproof (Ex d), safe (Ex ia) and industrial switches, transmitters, and explosion relief valves.
Explosion protection for equipment operating in hazardous areas including lift trucks and engines, and much more.
Manufacturer of explosion proof enclosures, controls and components, including Ex enclosure population.
Manufacturer of explosion proof lights and lighting design for hazardous areas.
Manufacturer of ground support equipment specifically used for the maintenance of military aircraft.