SIL Ratings in MRO: A Guide to Selecting Safety Components for Industrial Equipment
Learn how to choose the right SIL-certified components for equipment safety systems. A Guide to IEC and ISO Compliance for Engineers and Managers.
Standards & Safety
Extensive guides on industrial standards and safety regulations: ISO, DIN, ATEX, machine directives.
CE and NR-12 Marking on Replacement Components: When a Retrofit Requires New Certification
Technical guidelines for maintaining the conformity of European machinery in Brazil. Understand the limits between component replacement and substantial modification under NR-12 and the Machinery…
Implementation of the Standard ISO 55000 in the Maintenance of Industrial Plants
Technical guide for the implementation of the ISO 55000 series in the management of industrial physical assets. Defines component certification requirements, compliance audits, and preventive…
Electrical Safety of Machines: EN 60204-1 Requirements for MRO in the Machine Tool Sector
The EN 60204-1:2018 standard defines the electrical safety requirements for machine tools, critical to preventing accidents and machine downtime. This article analyzes the obligations for…
Cyber security of industrial control systems for IEC 62443: patching and maintenance requirements
The article considers the practical requirements of the IEC 62443 standard for patch management and maintenance of industrial control systems at Ukrainian enterprises. Included is…
New safety directives for mechanical power transmission systems in 2026
Technical analysis of the new Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 and its impact on mechanical power transmission systems. Includes regulatory compliance requirements, a detailed checklist for MRO…
Calculation of Performance Level (PL) in Safety Circuits: Compliance with ISO 13849-1 for the Brazilian Industry
ABNT NBR ISO 13849-1 is crucial for designing and validating safety systems in industrial machines, ensuring compliance with NR-12 in Brazil. The Performance Level (PL)…
DIN EN ISO 13849-1 Performance Level: Calculation and compliance for safety circuits in MRO
Compliance with DIN EN ISO 13849-1 is critical for machine safety. This article highlights the PL calculation for safety circuits in maintenance, the impact on…
Welding Standards EN 1090 and ISO 3834: Compliance with Requirements for Repair of Metal Structures
Compliance with EN 1090 and ISO 3834 standards is critical for the safety and reliability of metal structures in the Ukrainian industry. The article examines…
CE Marking for Retrofits: When Does an Adjustment Require New Certification in MRO?
Correctly applying CE marking to machine retrofits is crucial for safety and compliance. This article examines when an adjustment is considered 'major' under the Machinery…
Asset Management according to ISO 55000: Implementation in plant maintenance
ISO 55000 Asset Management provides a structured framework for optimizing asset performance in the manufacturing industry. The implementation of this standard increases availability, minimizes risks…
ATEX-certification of spare parts in explosive areas: Categories, marking and compliance
Learn about ATEX certification of spare parts for explosive zones in Ukrainian industry. The article covers zone classification, equipment categories, labeling requirements and a practical…