Materials Handling Equipment Official British Standard

BS EN 15620:2021

Explore BS EN 15620:2021, the essential standard for materials handling equipment, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance in your operations.

BS EN 15620:2021 - Specification for Materials Handling Equipment

The BS EN 15620:2021 is an authoritative British Standard that focuses on the design and performance criteria of materials handling equipment. Published on July 29, 2021, this standard is intended for manufacturers, suppliers, and users who require comprehensive guidelines to ensure safety, efficiency, and reliability in equipment used to lift, stack, and transport goods.

This standard is applicable to a variety of materials handling devices, providing detailed specifications that align with recognized European Norms (EN). The aim is to facilitate interoperability, improve safety measures, and enhance operational efficiency across industries that utilize handling equipment. The identical adoption of EN 15620 by the British Standards Institution ensures that you are referencing a document recognised throughout Europe, which enhances compliance and assurance in various operational contexts.

BS EN 15620:2021 addresses several key aspects of materials handling equipment, including:

  • Design Requirements: Establishing essential parameters for equipment design to minimize risks and improve user safety.
  • Performance Criteria: Setting benchmarks for equipment functionality, ensuring that handling operations can be performed effectively and reliably.
  • Testing Methodologies: Outlining the appropriate testing procedures that validate the performance claims of the equipment.

Purchasing and implementing BS EN 15620:2021 not only places adherence to safety standards at the forefront of your operational strategy but also demonstrates your commitment to maintaining high industry standards. The price of £462.00 is a valuable investment towards ensuring the longevity and efficacy of your materials handling systems.

By adhering to these standards, businesses can boost their credibility, align with regulatory requirements, and gain a competitive advantage. Whether you are involved in logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing, the BS EN 15620:2021 provides essential resources to improve product quality and operational output.

For further information and to obtain your copy in either PDF or hardcopy format, please inquire with your standard supplier or visit the relevant British Standards website. Equip your organization with the right tools to meet today’s challenges in materials handling.

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Materials Handling Equipment
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978 0 539 04446 1
Specification Details
  • Steel static storage systems
  • Tolerances, deformations and clearances
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