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
- 98/37/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
The EN 15027:2007/prA1 standard, developed by CEN Technical Committee CEN/TC 151, focuses on safety requirements for transportable wall saw and wire saw equipment used on job sites. This European standard is an amendment to EN 15027:2007 and aligns with the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, ensuring machinery complies with essential safety criteria. It emphasizes protection against mechanical and electrical hazards specific to portable sawing machines employed in construction environments.
By addressing critical safety aspects such as machine stability, guarding of moving parts, electromagnetic compatibility, and operator controls, the standard promotes safer use and handling of sawing equipment on construction sites across Europe.
Key Topics
Significant Hazards Identification
Enhancement of hazard awareness, including new risks such as low frequency, radio frequency radiation, and microwaves emitted by electrical components.Machine Stability and Construction
Requirements ensure transportable saws are stable during transportation, assembly, dismantling, and operation under typical job site conditions.Guarding of Moving Parts
Protective guards must comply with the updated safety distances and standards (EN 953 and EN ISO 12100-2) to prevent accidental contact with dangerous parts.Control Systems and Safety Devices
Revised start/stop controls for rotation and feed functions streamline operator interaction. For wireless controls, automatic stops are mandated in case of signal loss to prevent accidents.Electrical Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Manufacturers must verify electromagnetic emissions to ensure no interference with surrounding equipment and protect operators' safety.Marking and Documentation
Machines must have clear identification including the manufacturer's details, machine designation, power ratings, and CE marking when applicable. Detailed user instructions covering installation, operation, and safety features are required, including specific warnings about wire tear dangers and unblocking procedures.Noise Emission Standards
Noise emissions are regulated with reference limits (e.g., reducing from 85 dB to 80 dB), supported by test codes ensuring assessment accuracy.Spare Parts and Maintenance
Safety considerations extend to spare parts lists, emphasizing health and safety to maintain machine compliance throughout its lifecycle.
Applications
The EN 15027:2007/prA1 standard is essential for manufacturers, suppliers, and users of transportable wall saws and wire saw machines used predominantly in:
- Construction Sites: Cutting walls, concrete structures, and other building materials safely and efficiently.
- Demolition Work: Controlled dismantling of structures with clear safety protocols to mitigate injury or damage.
- Building Renovation: Precision cutting required for remodeling without compromising safety.
- Infrastructure Maintenance: Ensuring safe operation in bridges, tunnels, and other civil engineering contexts.
- Manufacturing of Construction Equipment: Developing machinery that complies with rigorous safety and EMC requirements.
Compliance with EN 15027:2007/prA1 supports risk reduction, operator protection, and legal conformity within the European Economic Area (EEA), promoting safer construction site environments.
Related Standards
- EN 953 / EN ISO 12100-2 – Safety of machinery - Guarding and risk assessment methods.
- EN ISO 13857:2008 – Safety distances to prevent upper and lower limb hazard zone penetration.
- Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC – European directive setting the framework for machinery safety.
- EN 15163 – Pertinent European machinery safety standards applicable in related equipment.
- Noise Test Codes – Specific to machinery noise emission measurement and limits.
Adopting EN 15027:2007/prA1 and related standards ensures a comprehensive approach to the safety of transportable saw equipment, enhancing both user safety and regulatory compliance on construction job sites.
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.
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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
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France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,
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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