From Legacy to Safety Innovation: RETEVIS Celebrates 15 Years with Intrinsically Safe Radios Communication
RETEVIS steps in a new era of safe communication gear with its intrinsically safe radio line, led by MateTalk E2, customized for refineries, chemical processing, food/dust factories, gas transport environments.
1. Opening: A Journey of Trust Toward Safety
Over the past 15 years, RETEVIS has built widespread trust among mass consumers. Now, aligning with its anniversary narrative “15 Years in Sync, Powered by Your Trust,” RETEVIS ventures into intrinsically safe communications—emphasizing that trust must extend to safety under hazardous conditions.
2. RETEVIS’s Innovation Pathway
- The 2013 RETEVIS H777 portable radio (license-free, Amazon top-seller) anchored RETEVIS‘s early brand strength witness
- Iterative improvements over years: charging evolution, accessory upgrades, firmware tuning
- 2023’s pivot into Industrial Two Way Radio (RETEVIS RB48 series) focused on durability and rugged environments
- Now in 2025, RETEVIS advances into intrinsically safe radio industry with MateTalk E2, extending its design philosophy into the highest safety tier
3. RETEVIS Intrinsically Safe Radio: Hazardous Environments: Risks & Communication Demands
In refineries, chemical plants, food / powder processing, gas systems, there are critical hazards:
- Flammable gases, vapors, mists
- Combustible dust
- Explosion risk on ignition sources
- Strict regulatory & safety compliance
Reliable voice communication is essential during regular operations, maintenance, inspections, emergencies, and shutdowns—but must not introduce risk itself.
4. RETEVIS Intrinsically Safe Radio: The MateTalk E2: Safety Architecture & Technical Merits
a) Certification & Safety Guarantee
- ATEX: Zone 1 / Zone 2
- China: Ex ib IIB T4 Gb / Ex ib IIIC T130 °C Db
- International: Ex ic IIC T4 Gc / Ex ic IIIC T100 Dc
- Designed to limit internal energy and prevent ignition
- Achieves IP68 — surpassing many “explosion-proof” radios limited to IP65
b) Key Technical & Safety Features
| Domain | Feature | Hazardous Environment Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Thermal & current control | Sensors + limiting circuits | Prevents hot surfaces / sparks |
| Redundant protection & isolation | Fault isolation barriers | Maintains safe limits under faults |
| Efficient DMR digital core | Lower power consumption | Less heat, more stable operation |
| Sealed, glove-friendly interface | Robust mechanical design | Safe use under gloves, in harsh zones |
| Audio performance | Advanced noise filtering & clarity | Communication clarity in loud plants |
| Safety modes | Lone Worker, emergency interrupt | Worker protection in remote or unsafe areas |
| Battery & management | Long-life, safe chemistry design | Full-shift performance without risk |
| Accessory ecosystem | Intrinsically safe chargers, earpieces, cables | Full system safety, not just the radio |
c) Usability & Durability
MateTalk E2’s form factor ensures ruggedness, sealed pressure tolerance, stable operation even under vibration, temperature extremes, or chemical exposure.
5. RETEVIS Intrinsically Safe Radio: Use Cases & Safety Outcomes
Customer Voices: Industry Leaders Speak on RETEVIS Reliability —
“In our refinery, communication safety is everything. The MateTalk E2 lets our maintenance and safety teams coordinate freely in ATEX Zone 1 areas — no interference, no risk, and crystal-clear voice. RETEVIS has finally bridged everyday usability with explosion-proof safety.”
— Daniel H., Operations Director, Gulf PetroRefine Ltd.
“We’ve tested many intrinsically safe radios, but RETEVIS delivered what we’ve been missing — a comfortable form factor, glove-friendly buttons, and IP68 waterproofing that survives both flour dust and sanitation cleaning.”
— Laura M., Safety Manager, GoldenGrain Foods Processing Co.
“Our chemical mixing lines operate 24/7. The MateTalk E2’s lone-worker alarm and temperature control give me peace of mind that my crew is both heard and safe.”
— Ravi K., Production Supervisor, Chemix International Pte.
Refineries / Petrochem
Enable safe, reliable communications across field crews, control rooms, maintenance, inspection in flammable areas.
Chemical / Process Plants
Avoid ignition risk in volatile zones while enabling real-time coordination.
Powder / Dust-Prone Plants
Safe radio tools in plants handling flour, sugar, chemicals—preventing dust explosion triggers.
Gas / Pipeline Networks
Operators, trench teams, valve stations, compressor houses can communicate safely across gas-risk zones.
Hazardous Labs / Solvent Use Zones
In labs or process zones with volatile or reactive chemicals, E2 ensures voice links without ignition risk.
In each case, user value is in safety assurance, regulatory compliance, communication reliability, and operational integrity.
About RETEVIS | We are together
Featured with industrial-grade quality, RETEVIS includes consumer walkie talkies, professional two way radios, amateur radios and custom segment solutions for the outdoors, business/organizations and radio amateurs.
At RETEVIS, “We are together” is the core values : with RETEVIS employees, customers and partners, the company creates and shares value together. Find more about the commitment to innovating for every reliable communication at www.retevis.com.
