Latest articles on EN 954-1 
Machine builders could be wasting thousands of pounds on over specification if they do not fully understand EN 954-1(24/03/2010)
With the European Commission’s news to allow EN 954-1 to continue for a further two years, many machine builders will carry on using this standard to support compliance to the Machinery Directive, despite the introduction of EN ISO 13849-1 and EN 62061. However, Schneider Electric is warning if the standard is not used correctly, they could be wasting thousands of pounds on ‘over specification’, as well as compromising on their machines' safety. Peter Still, industry standards manager at Schn... [more]
Schneider Electric helps machine builders meet the requirements of the updated standards(22/10/2009)
Despite their recent decision to allow machine builders to continue using the standard for a further three years, the EC has made a turnaround in its decision to extend the period in which EN 954-1 can be used. The EC has now withdrawn that decision and reconfirmed the original deadline of 29 December 2009, causing confusion throughout the industry. The recent extension announcement showed the EC’s recognition that some machine builders were not ready for the changes but its decision was repo... [more]
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