BS EN 16564:2020 - Safety Requirements for Bridge Type Sawing/Milling Machines

Discover the essential safety standards for the mining and tooling of natural stone with the BS EN 16564:2020 standard. This comprehensive document provides detailed safety requirements specifically for bridge type sawing and milling machines, including those with advanced numerical control (NC/CNC) capabilities. Released on December 2, 2020, this standard is a crucial resource for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of machinery in the natural stone industry.

Key Features

• Standard Number: BS EN 16564:2020
• Pages: 66
• Release Date: December 2, 2020
• ISBN: 978 0 539 01763 2
• Status: Standard

Comprehensive Safety Guidelines

The BS EN 16564:2020 standard is meticulously crafted to address the unique safety challenges associated with bridge type sawing and milling machines used in the natural stone industry. It provides a robust framework for manufacturers, operators, and safety professionals to ensure that these machines are designed, maintained, and operated in a manner that minimizes risks and enhances safety.

Advanced Numerical Control (NC/CNC) Integration

In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, the integration of numerical control (NC) and computer numerical control (CNC) systems in machinery is becoming increasingly prevalent. The BS EN 16564:2020 standard recognizes this trend and includes specific safety requirements for machines equipped with these advanced control systems. This ensures that even the most technologically advanced equipment adheres to the highest safety standards.

Why Choose BS EN 16564:2020?

BS EN 16564:2020 is not just a standard; it is a commitment to safety and excellence in the natural stone industry. By adhering to this standard, businesses can:

• Enhance Safety: Implementing the guidelines in this standard helps reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, creating a safer working environment for all employees.
• Ensure Compliance: Stay ahead of regulatory requirements and industry best practices by aligning with the latest safety standards.
• Boost Efficiency: Properly maintained and safely operated machines are more efficient, leading to increased productivity and reduced downtime.
• Protect Investments: By following the safety requirements, businesses can extend the lifespan of their machinery, protecting their investment and ensuring long-term operational success.

Who Should Use This Standard?

The BS EN 16564:2020 standard is an invaluable resource for a wide range of professionals in the natural stone industry, including:

• Manufacturers: Ensure that your machines meet the latest safety requirements and are designed to protect operators and the environment.
• Operators: Gain a deeper understanding of the safety features and operational guidelines for bridge type sawing and milling machines.
• Safety Professionals: Develop comprehensive safety protocols and training programs based on the latest industry standards.
• Regulatory Bodies: Use this standard as a benchmark for evaluating the safety compliance of machinery in the natural stone industry.

Conclusion

The BS EN 16564:2020 standard is an essential tool for anyone involved in the mining and tooling of natural stone. With its detailed safety requirements for bridge type sawing and milling machines, including NC/CNC versions, this standard provides the guidance needed to ensure safe and efficient operations. By implementing the guidelines outlined in this standard, businesses can enhance safety, ensure compliance, boost efficiency, and protect their investments.

Embrace the future of safety in the natural stone industry with the BS EN 16564:2020 standard. Equip your team with the knowledge and tools they need to operate safely and efficiently, and take your business to new heights of success.

BS EN 16564:2020

This standard BS EN 16564:2020 Machines and plants for mining and tooling of natural stone. Safety. Requirements for bridge type sawing/milling machines, included numerical control (NC/CNC) versions is classified in these ICS categories:

• 25.080.60 Sawing machines
• 73.120 Equipment for processing of minerals
• 25.080.20 Boring and milling machines

This document deals with all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events which are relevant to: - bridge sawing machines; - bridge sawing and milling machines; - numerical control bridge sawing/milling machines. These machines are designed to saw and mill natural stone and engineered/agglomerated stone as defined by EN 14618:2009, when they are used as intended and under conditions of misuse which are reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer (see Clause 4). This document specifies the appropriate technical measures to eliminate or reduce risks arising from the significant hazards. This document deals with the foreseeable lifetime of the machinery including the phases of transport, assembly, dismantling, disabling and scrapping. This document also applies to machines fitted with the following facilities/devices: - mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic or vacuum workpiece clamping; - automatic tool change; - loading and unloading conveyor system; - tilting and/or rotating head axis; - rotating workpiece support(s); - tilting workpiece support(s) when loading; - lathe unit; - undercut grooving unit; - axes operating in accordance with an NC work programme. This document does not apply to: - machines intended for operation in a potentially explosive atmosphere; - machines operating in severe environmental conditions (e.g. extreme temperatures, corrosive environment); - machines intended for outdoor operation; - machines which are manufactured before the date of their publication as EN.