Compliance with this standard allows manufacturers to prove their equipment meets the essential health and safety requirements of the EU Machinery Directive, ensuring lawful operation.
A deep dive into the content of the standard reveals a rigorous methodology for risk assessment and hazard mitigation. The document does not merely list dimensions; it establishes a philosophy of safety. It mandates that manufacturers identify potential hazards—ranging from mechanical failure and electrical faults (in the case of motorized lifting attachments) to ergonomic risks for the operator. The standard requires that these hazards be addressed through design rather than mere warning labels. For instance, a vacuum lifter must not only be capable of holding a load but must also have safety mechanisms in place to prevent the load from falling in the event of a power failure. This shift from operational reliance to design-integrity is the standard’s core contribution to safety. din en 13155 pdf
Electric, permanent, and electro-permanent models. Compliance with this standard allows manufacturers to prove
The standard specifies safety requirements for attachments that can be fitted to and removed from a crane by the user. It covers the following specific equipment: This shift from operational reliance to design-integrity is
: For high-risk applications or fatigue design over 16,000 cycles, refer to EN 13001-2 . 2. Mechanical Safety Requirements