EN 16486:2014/FprA1
(Amendment)Machines for compacting waste materials or recyclable fractions - Compactors - Safety requirements
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies the safety requirements for the design, manufacture and information for the safe use of compactors that compact waste material or recyclable fractions (e. g. paper, plastics, textiles, cans, cardboard, mixed waste), hereafter referred to as materials.
This European Standard applies to:
- compactors using a horizontally moving screw, pendulum or plate as compacting part and where the materials move horizontally; and
- compactors that are mechanically fed and/or fed by hand.
These compactors can be:
- static compactors;
- transportable compactors;
- traversing systems.
The scope includes:
- any integral mechanical feed equipment (e.g. bin lift/skip hoist);
- feed hoppers/openings;
- any integral pre-conditioning equipment in the hopper (e.g. perforators, pre-crushing devices and shredders);
- integral material flow control equipment;
- the interface between the compactor and any feed equipment (except those excluded from the scope).
The scope of this European Standard does not cover:
- compactors that are covered by EN 1501 (all parts);
- underground compactors, however if these compactors can be used above ground this standard applies;
- compactors using thermal technologies for compaction;
- vacuum compactors;
- compactors where materials are compacted vertically;
- containers for static compactors, however the interface between the compactor and the container is included;
- bins/skips in which materials are collected for feeding into the compactor;
- any up-stream pre-treatment equipment that is not integral to the machine and is used to treat the materials before they are fed into the feed opening of the compactor;
- vehicles including lifting equipment used to collect and transport the compactor or container;
- cranes, lift trucks or other transportable plant used to load materials into the feed hopper/opening and the hazards arising out of using this equipment to load;
- any suction or dust control equipment.
This European standard does not cover the lifting and transport of transportable compactors.
This European Standard does not apply to hazards arising from the materials being processed (e.g. asbestos, clinical waste, aerosol containers).
All hazards mentioned in Clause 4 are dealt with in this European Standard.
This European Standard is not applicable for compactors which are manufactured before the date of its publication as an EN.
- Status
- Not Published
- Publication Date
- 06-Aug-2020
- Withdrawal Date
- 08-Nov-2020
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 397 - Project Committee - Baling presses - Safety requirements
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 397 - Project Committee - Baling presses - Safety requirements
- Current Stage
- 5060 - Closure of Vote - Formal Approval
- Start Date
- 06-Feb-2020
- Due Date
- 21-Dec-2019
- Completion Date
- 06-Feb-2020
Overview
EN 16486:2014/FprA1 is a European Standard developed by CEN that sets forth the safety requirements for machines used to compact waste materials or recyclable fractions. This standard is essential for manufacturers, operators, and safety professionals involved with compactors that process materials such as paper, plastics, textiles, cans, cardboard, and mixed waste. The standard focuses on compactors with horizontally moving compacting parts, including screw, pendulum, or plate types, either mechanically fed or fed by hand.
The scope covers multiple types of compactors:
- Static compactors
- Transportable compactors
- Traversing systems
Additionally, it includes integral mechanical feed equipment, feed hoppers/openings, pre-conditioning devices (like perforators and shredders), and the interface between compactors and feed equipment, ensuring comprehensive safety coverage in design, manufacture, and operation.
Key Topics
Safety Requirements
Emphasizes hazard identification and mitigation during compactor operation. Special attention is given to electrical hazards, including risks associated with incorrect phase order and the requirement of phase inverters for transportable compactors.Design and Manufacture
The standard guides the safe design of compaction machinery, integrating safety devices and controls that reduce operator risks and material handling dangers.Instructions for Use
Detailed documentation must be provided, including safe operation instructions, connection guidelines (notably for electrical supply and phase inverters), and maintenance protocols.Electrical Safety
Aligns with EN 60204-1:2006 standards for electrical equipment, with added clauses focused specifically on the prevention of electrical injuries related to phase sequence errors.Excluded Equipment
The standard does not apply to compactors covered by EN 1501, underground compactors used solely underground, thermal or vacuum compactors, and vertical compacting machines, among others.
Applications
This standard is critical in various sectors including:
Waste Management and Recycling
Ensures safe compaction of recyclable materials such as plastics, paper, and cardboard, supporting waste reduction and efficient recycling processes.Industrial Facilities
Many manufacturing and processing plants use compactors to manage waste or recyclable byproducts safely, complying with safety legislation using EN 16486 guidelines.Transportable Compactors
Enables safe use and deployment of mobile compactors across different sites, addressing electrical hazards unique to transportable machines.Municipal and Commercial Waste Services
Supports safe operation and handling of compactors in urban waste collection systems, improving worker safety and operational reliability.
By adhering to EN 16486:2014/FprA1, organizations ensure compliance with essential EU machinery safety directives (Directive 2006/42/EC) and reduce operational risks through standardized safety practices.
Related Standards
EN 60204-1:2006 - Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines: Provides electrical safety requirements that EN 16486 extends specifically to compactors.
EN 1501 (all parts) - Covers balers and compactors for other specific waste types and is excluded from the scope of EN 16486.
Directive 2006/42/EC (Machinery Directive) - European Union legislation governing machinery safety, which EN 16486 supports for compliance through harmonized safety requirements.
Other CEN/TC Standards - Related to baling presses, and machinery safety, often referenced in conjunction with EN 16486 for comprehensive machinery safety management.
Keywords: EN 16486 safety standard, waste compactors safety, compacting machines, recyclable material compactors, electrical hazard prevention, transportable compactors, European machinery safety, CEN standards for compactors, waste management machinery, machinery safety directive compliance.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 19-Jan-2023
- Effective Date
- 11-Oct-2017
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 16486:2014/FprA1 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Machines for compacting waste materials or recyclable fractions - Compactors - Safety requirements". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the safety requirements for the design, manufacture and information for the safe use of compactors that compact waste material or recyclable fractions (e. g. paper, plastics, textiles, cans, cardboard, mixed waste), hereafter referred to as materials. This European Standard applies to: - compactors using a horizontally moving screw, pendulum or plate as compacting part and where the materials move horizontally; and - compactors that are mechanically fed and/or fed by hand. These compactors can be: - static compactors; - transportable compactors; - traversing systems. The scope includes: - any integral mechanical feed equipment (e.g. bin lift/skip hoist); - feed hoppers/openings; - any integral pre-conditioning equipment in the hopper (e.g. perforators, pre-crushing devices and shredders); - integral material flow control equipment; - the interface between the compactor and any feed equipment (except those excluded from the scope). The scope of this European Standard does not cover: - compactors that are covered by EN 1501 (all parts); - underground compactors, however if these compactors can be used above ground this standard applies; - compactors using thermal technologies for compaction; - vacuum compactors; - compactors where materials are compacted vertically; - containers for static compactors, however the interface between the compactor and the container is included; - bins/skips in which materials are collected for feeding into the compactor; - any up-stream pre-treatment equipment that is not integral to the machine and is used to treat the materials before they are fed into the feed opening of the compactor; - vehicles including lifting equipment used to collect and transport the compactor or container; - cranes, lift trucks or other transportable plant used to load materials into the feed hopper/opening and the hazards arising out of using this equipment to load; - any suction or dust control equipment. This European standard does not cover the lifting and transport of transportable compactors. This European Standard does not apply to hazards arising from the materials being processed (e.g. asbestos, clinical waste, aerosol containers). All hazards mentioned in Clause 4 are dealt with in this European Standard. This European Standard is not applicable for compactors which are manufactured before the date of its publication as an EN.
This European Standard specifies the safety requirements for the design, manufacture and information for the safe use of compactors that compact waste material or recyclable fractions (e. g. paper, plastics, textiles, cans, cardboard, mixed waste), hereafter referred to as materials. This European Standard applies to: - compactors using a horizontally moving screw, pendulum or plate as compacting part and where the materials move horizontally; and - compactors that are mechanically fed and/or fed by hand. These compactors can be: - static compactors; - transportable compactors; - traversing systems. The scope includes: - any integral mechanical feed equipment (e.g. bin lift/skip hoist); - feed hoppers/openings; - any integral pre-conditioning equipment in the hopper (e.g. perforators, pre-crushing devices and shredders); - integral material flow control equipment; - the interface between the compactor and any feed equipment (except those excluded from the scope). The scope of this European Standard does not cover: - compactors that are covered by EN 1501 (all parts); - underground compactors, however if these compactors can be used above ground this standard applies; - compactors using thermal technologies for compaction; - vacuum compactors; - compactors where materials are compacted vertically; - containers for static compactors, however the interface between the compactor and the container is included; - bins/skips in which materials are collected for feeding into the compactor; - any up-stream pre-treatment equipment that is not integral to the machine and is used to treat the materials before they are fed into the feed opening of the compactor; - vehicles including lifting equipment used to collect and transport the compactor or container; - cranes, lift trucks or other transportable plant used to load materials into the feed hopper/opening and the hazards arising out of using this equipment to load; - any suction or dust control equipment. This European standard does not cover the lifting and transport of transportable compactors. This European Standard does not apply to hazards arising from the materials being processed (e.g. asbestos, clinical waste, aerosol containers). All hazards mentioned in Clause 4 are dealt with in this European Standard. This European Standard is not applicable for compactors which are manufactured before the date of its publication as an EN.
EN 16486:2014/FprA1 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 43.160 - Special purpose vehicles. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 16486:2014/FprA1 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 16486:2014+A1:2020, EN 16486:2014. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 16486:2014/FprA1 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2006/42/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/396. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
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Machines for compacting waste materials or recyclable fractions - Compactors - Safety
requirements
Maschinen zum Verdichten von Abfällen oder recyclebaren Materialien - Verdichter -
Sicherheitsanforderungen
Machines de compactage pour déchets ou matières recyclables - Compacteurs -
Prescriptions de sécurité
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 16486:2014/prA1:2018
ICS:
13.030.40 Naprave in oprema za Installations and equipment
odstranjevanje in obdelavo for waste disposal and
odpadkov treatment
SIST EN 16486:2014/oprA1:2018 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
SIST EN 16486:2014/oprA1:2018
SIST EN 16486:2014/oprA1:2018
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 16486:2014
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
September 2018
ICS 43.160
English Version
Machines for compacting waste materials or recyclable
fractions - Compactors - Safety requirements
Machines de compactage pour déchets ou matières Maschinen zum Verdichten von Abfällen oder
recyclables - Compacteurs - Prescriptions de sécurité recyclebaren Materialien - Verdichter -
Sicherheitsanforderungen
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 397.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 16486:2014. If this draft becomes an amendment,
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of
this amendment into the relevant national standard without any alteration.
This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other
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Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without
notice and shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Addition to 4.1.1 General . 4
2 Addition to 4.3 Electrical hazards . 4
3 Addition to 5.3 Electrical hazards .
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