The 'Use in hazardous areas' category refers to specialized equipment and products designed for safe operation in environments with explosive gases, dust, or flammable materials. These products are typically certified by international standards like ATEX (Europe), IECEx (global), or NEC (North America). Major companies offering such solutions include Eaton (USA), Siemens (Germany), and Pepperl+Fuchs (Germany), providing explosion-proof electrical components, industrial controls, and instrumentation. Key products encompass hazardous area lighting, intrinsically safe barriers, explosion-proof enclosures, and certified motors. These solutions serve industries like oil & gas, chemical processing, mining, and pharmaceuticals where safety in volatile conditions is critical.