Compliance, Risk Management, and Machine Reliability for Users
We help you ensure compliance
your machines in a complex regulatory environment
Our technicians will guide you through the various stages of the regulatory process for your machinery fleet to assess the compliance of its CE marking and thus help you minimize the risk of workplace accidents.
Pre-purchase assessment
Before you purchase a machine, we address any questions you may have regarding the CE marking and its reliability.
Modification or Integration of a Machine
When you modify or adapt a machine, integrate it into a system of machines, or use it in a manner other than intended, the manufacturer’s CE marking is no longer valid for the modified parts, and you must demonstrate that the modification does not pose a risk. At Eurocontrol, we advise you on the technical file and risk assessment and ensure the conformity of the final installation.
Sale of Machinery
We advise you on the conformity assessment prior to the sale of your machines.
CE marking of machines vs RD 1215:
two levels of safety
As a machine user, you must comply with certain requirements to guarantee the safety of your workers. Royal Decree 1215/1997 establishes the minimum health and safety provisions for the use of work equipment, but CE marking guarantees you a higher level of safety.
Our Services
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Preliminary Design Phase
Consulting and Technical Assistance
- Technical assistance at previously identified critical points
Technical assistance for assessing the conformity of machinery in accordance with Directive 42/2006/EC and the new Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 of the European Parliament and of the Council of June 14, 2023, on machinery.
Assistance in developing risk assessments during the design of the machine
Verification of corrective actions following a customer service inspection
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Manufacturing Phase
Pre-assessment and Monitoring of Manufacturing
- Pre-evaluation of compliance and manufacturing monitoring to ensure adherence to customer specifications and deadlinesManufacturing Testing
- Support for product testing and FAT (Final Acceptance Test)Conformity Verification
- Verification that the machine complies with the Machinery Directive and the new Machinery Regulation upon leaving the factory, and verification of corrective actions. -
Integration Phase
Inspection in accordance with the instructions
- Check the installation conditions against the instruction manualVerification of corrective actions following a customer service inspection
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Operational Phase
Prevention of User Exposure to Hazards
- Quality of the work environment, air quality, ventilation, lighting, vibrations, radiation, noise pollution, asbestos, etc.
- Suitability of work equipment: RD 1215Identification and anticipation of facility aging
- Non-destructive testing (ultrasonic, penetrant, etc.) for fatigue, aging, and service life, with monitoring over time.Conformity assessment of in-service machinery (machinery assemblies).
Verification of modifications made to machinery in service
Verification of corrective actions following a customer service inspection
The Apave Advantage
In addition to the general services you just saw, which apply to all machines, at Apave we offer specific services for certain types of machines:
- Assistance with the conformity assessment of a collaborative robotic application during the design, manufacturing, and installation phases.
- Inspection prior to first use (commissioning) or recommissioning of static steel storage systems and storage racks
- Periodic inspection of static steel storage systems and storage racks
- Inspection prior to first use (“commissioning”) or recommissioning of scaffolding
- Periodic inspection of mobile scaffolding
- Periodic inspection of fixed or suspended scaffolding
- Periodic inspection of stairs
- Periodic inspection of doors and gates (garage or pedestrian)
- Inspection prior to first use (commissioning) or recommissioning of doors and gates (garage or pedestrian)
Why Apave?
- We guarantee that any modifications or additions to your machines will comply with legal requirements.
- We advise you on the safety of your machines.
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