Downtime measurement according to EN ISO 13855: when to measure
In machine safety, it is common to come across a statement that, in principle, seems unquestionable: the safety distance has already been calculated. In many cases, this is true. The calculation has been performed correctly, the formula applied is appropriate and the solution seems consistent with the regulatory criteria. However, there is one aspect that […]
RD 1215 or EC of the whole: when to decide it in projects with integrated equipment
When managing an industrial project with several pieces of equipment, the question is not only about compliance.The question is which framework applies and when to decide, especially in machine assembly scenarios and RD 1215/1997. Sometimes it seems sufficient to apply RD 1215/1997 on equipment with individual CE marking.However, if the integration creates functional safety dependencies, […]
Safety signage on work equipment according to RD 1215/1997: technical criteria and types of signage
Safety signage in industry: necessary, but not always sufficient In many industrial environments, there is a common tendency to resolve a risk by placing a signal before analyzing whether it is really appropriate to do so. This practice, while quick and seemingly effective, is technically insufficient. Signage can create a misleading sense of risk control […]
Retrofitting of industrial machinery: Turnkey projects
Introduction In modern industry, ensuring the safety of industrial machinery, workers and complying with current regulations is an unavoidable priority. Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, together with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and Royal Decree 1215/1997, establish clear requirements to protect those who operate or interact with industrial machinery. However, retrofitting a machine is not just about installing […]
Are you a user or manufacturer and don’t know it? The Technical Conference that awakens consciences and business responsibilities.
“Ignoring the law does not exempt from its enforcement… and in the case of machine safety, neither does it exempt from its consequences.” On February 27th, the Parc de Recerca i Innovació of the Universitat de Girona was the setting for a revealing conference: “Responsabilitats derivades del Nou Reglament de màquines UE 1230/2023” (Responsibilities derived […]