EU alert · Safety Gate Other risk levels Machinery
Engine hoist Biltema “Shop crane” — risk: injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/0010/19
Summary
The crane is mechanically too weak and the stability of the crane is not sufficient. Mechanical failure or impaired crane stability may lead to the crane falling with the load and causing injuries.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
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Product
- Hydraulic crane for lifting vehicle engines.
What is the risk?
- The crane is mechanically too weak and the stability of the crane is not sufficient. Mechanical failure or impaired crane stability may lead to the crane falling with the load and causing injuries.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 06/02/2019
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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