EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Machinery
Laser cutting machine LD Laser — risk: burns, damage to sight
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/00789/26
Summary
The machine does not have the required protection , which can lead users to be unintentionally exposed to radiation and consequently suffer damage to their health. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standards EN 60825-1 and EN 60825-4.
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Product
- Oblique laser cutting machine (bevel cut, swivel range +- 55°) with a 60 kW power rating.
What is the risk?
- The machine does not have the required protection , which can lead users to be unintentionally exposed to radiation and consequently suffer damage to their health. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standards EN 60825-1 and EN 60825-4.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban of the marketing of the product.
- Date of entry into force: 20/10/2025
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