EN 15027:2007/prA1
(Amendment)Transportable wall saw and wire saw equipment for job site - Safety
Transportable wall saw and wire saw equipment for job site - Safety
Transportable Wand- und Seilsägen für den Baustelleneinsatz - Sicherheit
Scies murales et scies à fil transportables de chantier - Sécurité
Oprema za prenosne stenske in žične žage za delovišča - Varnost
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 151 - Construction equipment and building material machines - Safety
- Current Stage
- 5060 - Closure of Vote - Formal Approval
- Start Date
- 14-Jan-2009
- Completion Date
- 14-Jan-2009
- Directive
- Harmonized Standard2006/42/EC - Directive 2006/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2006 on machinery, and amending Directive 95/16/EC (recast)
Not Harmonized98/37/EC - Machinery
Relations
- Merged Into
EN 15027:2007+A1:2009 - Transportable wall saw and wire saw equipment for job site - Safety - Effective Date
- 19-Jan-2023
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
Overview
EN 15027:2007/prA1 is a draft amendment to the European Standard EN 15027:2007, developed by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). This standard addresses safety requirements for transportable wall saw and wire saw equipment used on job sites. Through a series of safety-focused modifications, it aligns with the EU Machinery Directive and introduces harmonized procedures for hazard mitigation, equipment marking, and user information.
Safety is paramount in construction sites where wall and wire saws are used for cutting reinforced concrete, masonry, or other building materials. This standard helps manufacturers and operators meet essential health and safety standards, supporting safer operations across Europe.
Key Topics
Significant Hazard Modifications
The draft amendment identifies additional hazards specific to wall and wire saws, including risks from low-frequency, radio frequency, and microwave radiation.Moving Parts and Guards
It updates requirements for guarding moving parts not involved in the cutting process, referencing the latest machinery safety standards (EN 953 and EN ISO 12100-2).Stability and Control
The amendment specifies that machines must remain stable during transport, assembly, dismantling, and operation. It also outlines enhanced start/stop controls, especially when remote or cable-less controls are used.Electrical Safety and EMC
Updates clarify marking and rating requirements for electrical components. Manufacturers must verify electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), helping minimize risks of electrical hazards and interference.User Information and Marking
The standard demands comprehensive and clear operating instructions, regular equipment marking (including manufacturer and machinery details), and transparent information about dangers and best practices for use.Noise Emission
Noise testing and declaration methods are refined to reflect updated acoustic safety benchmarks, ensuring workers are aware of potential noise risks.Compliance with EU Directives
The addition of Annex ZB clarifies how the standard supports conformity with the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, establishing presumption of conformity when the standard is correctly applied.
Applications
EN 15027:2007/prA1 is highly relevant for:
- Manufacturers of transportable wall saws and wire saws seeking to market equipment within the European Economic Area (EEA).
- Construction Contractors and Site Managers tasked with ensuring equipment safety and regulatory compliance on job sites.
- Safety Engineers developing training, maintenance, and supervision protocols for sawing equipment deployed on active construction projects.
- Regulatory Bodies responsible for verifying machinery compliance with European safety standards.
By implementing the provisions of this standard, organizations contribute to reduced workplace accidents, improved safety cultures, and seamless CE marking and market access processes.
Related Standards
EN 15027:2007/prA1 references and aligns with several major standards, including:
- EN 953: Safety of machinery - Guards
- EN ISO 12100-2: Safety of machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for design
- EN ISO 13857: Safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached by upper and lower limbs
- EN 15163: Machines and plants for the manufacture, treatment, and processing of building material
These related standards form an integrated framework for safety in construction equipment, supporting a harmonized approach to risk assessment, equipment design, and operator protection.
By adhering to EN 15027:2007/prA1, companies ensure that transportable wall saw and wire saw equipment for job site use meets rigorous European safety requirements, promoting safe construction environments and regulatory compliance.
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DIBt (Deutsches Institut für Bautechnik)
German Institute for Building Technology.
DIN CERTCO
DIN Group product certification.
DVS-ZERT GmbH
German welding certification society.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 15027:2007/prA1 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Transportable wall saw and wire saw equipment for job site - Safety". This standard covers: Transportable wall saw and wire saw equipment for job site - Safety
Transportable wall saw and wire saw equipment for job site - Safety
EN 15027:2007/prA1 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 25.080.60 - Sawing machines; 91.220 - Construction equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 15027:2007/prA1 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 15027:2007+A1:2009, EN 15027:2007. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 15027:2007/prA1 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2006/42/EC, 98/37/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/079, M/396. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
EN 15027:2007/prA1 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-2008
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Transportable wall saw and wire saw equipment for job site - Safety
Transportable Wand- und Seilsägen für den Baustelleneinsatz - Sicherheit
Scies murales et scies à fil transportables de chantier - Sécurité
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 15027:2007/prA1
ICS:
25.080.60 Strojne žage Sawing machines
91.220 Gradbena oprema Construction equipment
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
FINAL DRAFT
EN 15027:2007
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
August 2008
ICS 25.080.60; 91.220
English Version
Transportable wall saw and wire saw equipment for job site -
Safety
Scies murales et scies à fil transportables de chantier - Transportable Wand- und Seilsägen für den
Sécurité Baustelleneinsatz - Sicherheit
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 151.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 15027:2007. If this draft becomes an amendment, CEN
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this amendment
into the relevant national standard without any alteration.
This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made
by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same
status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,
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Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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EN 15027:2008/prA1:2008 (E)
Contents Page
Foreword.3
1 Modification to the Foreword .4
2 Modification to Clause 2, Normative references .4
3 Modification to Table 1 — List of significant hazards.4
4 Modification to 5.1, General.4
5 Modification to 5.2.2.1, Moving parts not involved in the working process.4
6 Modification to 5.2.3, Stability .5
7 Modification to 5.2.8.2, Start and stop control for rotation and feed .5
8 Modification to 5.3, Electrical hazards .5
9 Modification to 7.2.1, Regular marking.5
10 Modification to 7.2.2, Other information.6
11 Modification to 7.3.2.1, Description of the machine.6
12 Modification to 7.3.2.3, Instructions for the installation and use of the machine.6
13 Modification to 7.3.4, Spare parts list .6
14 Modification to Annex A (normative) Noise test code – Grade 2 of accuracy .7
15 Addition of Annex ZB .7
16 Modification to the Bibliography.7
EN 15027:2008/prA1:2008 (E)
Foreword
This document (EN 15027:2008/prA1:2008) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 151
“Construction equipment and building material machines — Safety”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This document is currently submitted to the Unique Acceptance Procedure.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s).
For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative Annexes ZA and ZB, which are integral parts of this
document.
EN 15027:2008/prA1:2008 (E)
1 Modification to the Foreword
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