CE and UKCA Marking Machines: Certification Services and Self-Certification
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How we help get your machines CE/UKCA Marked
Spiers Engineering Safety simplifies the CE and UKCA marking process for businesses across the UK and EU. Whether you're in London, Birmingham, Manchester, or beyond, our tailored support packages include 12 hours of remote support with one of our expert engineers, along with comprehensive risk assessments and full conformity evaluations. We ensure your machinery meets all safety and regulatory requirements, providing expert guidance and peace of mind every step of the way. We can also act as your Authorised Representative if requested.
Do You Need CE or UKCA Marking for Your Machine?
Understanding whether your machine requires CE or UKCA marking can be complex. Here are common scenarios where you may take on the role of the manufacturer, making you responsible for self-certification:
- Modifying Functionality: If you alter the machine to perform functions outside its original design or intended limits of use. This includes change to the safety concept and functional safety of machines (see BS EN 13849 and BS EN 62061)
- Changing Performance: If you adjust speeds, loads, or other operational parameters beyond the original design specifications.
- Introducing New Risks: Changes that introduce new risks require compliance with European and UK safety standards.
- Linking Machines Together: When multiple machines are integrated for a common purpose, with shared control functions and risks at their interfaces, they are treated as one machine. You then assume responsibility for CE or UKCA marking.
Always consult the Machinery Directive for complete guidelines.
What Do Our CE and UKCA Marking Services Cover?
Our marking services ensure compliance for machinery with essential directives, such as:
- Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
- Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
- EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
- Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU
Our primary service offering is around the Machinery Directive, and we use our network of subject matter experts to support where needed.
Note: A CE and UKCA mark can only be applied to a product if a CE or UKCA marking directive is applicable to the product. A full list of EU Directives can be found on the EU website
What Are the Costs of CE and UKCA Certification?
Certification costs typically range from £1,500 to £4,000 per machine, depending on factors like:
- Timeframe requirements.
- Choice between self-certification or full support.
- Intended use of the machine.
- Number of machines involved.
- Level of documentation assistance needed.
We can also offer the service as authorised representative to hold the technical file.
Spiers Engineering Safety were able to advise and support Nick through the problem of a non-compliant machine.
Spiers' expertise helped form a strong case for Nick getting the supplier to acknowledge the problem and putting corrective actions in place.
"Spiers Engineering provided us with an excellent CE and UKCA Marking Audit. The whole process from start to finish was extremely professional, reasonably priced and they were the only machine safety consultancy who were able to help with the problem I was being faced with"
Nick Noon, Owner, Statfold Engineering Ltd
What is the Purpose of CE and UKCA Marking?
Familiar with the CE and UKCA certification, but just not sure what the actual purpose of CE and UKCA Marking is? Find out below
Is Your Machine Ready for CE or UKCA Certification?
We offer tailored services to assess your machine's readiness and guide you through the certification process:
Design Review
Evaluate specific design characteristics to ensure safety.
Design Risk Assessment
Conduct a comprehensive assessment of all design elements to validate safety concepts.
CE Audit
Inspect and audit the machine for compliance with CE and UKCA marking requirements.
Certification Process and Benefits
Our team will support you through the design phase to be ready to complete a conformity assessment procedure, including final checks. Upon successful completion, we will:
- Draft and sign the Declaration of Conformity or incorporation as your authorised representative.
- Share responsibility for compliance, providing peace of mind that your machine meets legal standards.
Need a machine CE or UKCA marked?
Spiers have over 30 years' experience in CE Marking of machines. We can support you to get the results you need.
Building and Storing Your Technical File
A robust technical file is critical to demonstrating machine safety. Our experts can help you build, organise, and securely store this documentation.
Key components of a technical file include:
- A detailed description of the machine, its purpose, and use.
- Technical drawings and related explanations.
- Manuals and instructions for use.
- Design Risk Assessment (DRA), including identification of control verifications and validation.
- Applicable directives and regulations.
- A copy of the Declaration of Conformity.
We also offer secure, cloud-based storage for technical files. Files are retained for a minimum of 10 years to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
You may be requested to present the technical construction file to the authorities for at least 10 years after your machine has been manufactured. In the case of serial manufacture, this is 10 years from the last time the machine was put on the market or into service for the first time.
Why Choose Spiers Safety Engineering?
At Spiers, we offer expert support to simplify the CE and UKCA certification process. Our services include:
- Acting as your Authorised Representative (AR) in the UK or EU.
- Providing customisable certification support packages tailored to your needs.
- Ensuring full compliance and supporting your documentation processes for over a decade.
With our comprehensive CE and UKCA marking services, you can confidently navigate the certification process while meeting all regulatory requirements. Whether you're modifying an existing machine or introducing new equipment to the market, Spiers Safety Engineering is here to help.
FAQ's
Who Needs Access to Technical Files?
Authorities can request a machine's technical file up to 10 years after its last manufacture. Spiers acts as your authorised representative to handle these requests.
How Do You Check My Technical File?
Our team reviews your documentation for compliance, offering practical advice to address gaps or make amendments.
What Happens If I Don't Provide a File?
Failure to provide technical documentation that evidences that the machine is compliant can lead to fines or a removal of your machine from the market.
What Does CE and UKCA Marking Involve?
Compliance includes:
- Design Risk Assessments (DRA), audits, and machine certification.
- Appropriate conformity assessment procedure is followed.
- Acting as your authorised representative for regulatory processes.
This is all included in our Certification Support Packages.
Does In-House Machinery Require Marking?
Yes. The Machinery Directive applies even for internal use.
If we are changing or modifying a machine do I have to re-certify it?
Yes depending on the scope and extent of the proposed changes. Modifications must be considered, if the modification is substantial, then the appropriate conformity assessment procedure must be followed.