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2023/1230

Applies from 20 January 2027

5 October 2026 · 8 min read

EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230: what changes in January 2027 for integrators

Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 replaces the Machinery Directive on 20 January 2027. What changes for integrators, plus a preparation checklist.

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Functional safety · 28 September 2026 · 7 min read

ISO 13849 PLr vs IEC 62061 SIL: choosing the right standard

Both are harmonised for machinery control systems and cover any technology. How they differ, how PL maps to SIL, and how to choose.

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CE marking · 21 September 2026 · 8 min read

Building a CE Technical File: a practical checklist

A step-by-step checklist for compiling a machinery CE Technical File under 2006/42/EC Annex VII, and what to check before signing the DoC.

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