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CE conformity for Conveyor, robot and automation systems

For Conveyor, robot and automation systems, the applicable CE scope is determined from intended use, energy sources, safety architecture and target market. The risk assessment, technical file, testing and conformity route must be verified against the actual model.

CE conformity for Conveyor, robot and automation systems — Product-specific conformity guide
System typeContinuous transport, robotic processing, material transfer and automatic palleting
The main responsibilityIntegrated machine evaluation after component conformity
Critical evidenceAccount security function, software configuration and verification test
For the futureTransition from 2006/42/EC (EU) 2023/1230 in the EU/EEA; national compliance control in Turkey
Direct response to the scope

CE conformity for Conveyor, robot and automation systems — Define the product boundary first

While tape and helmet conveyors carry material continuously, the robot cell works or transfers parts with programmable movements; the palleting system combines the robot, the receiver, the conveyor, the pallet magazine, and environmental protection. Even if each component is suitable on its own, unprecedented risks can arise at junction points such as crushing, access, product falling, control collisions, and unexpected movement.

The system boundary must be drawn from the input sensor to the output point of the material, from the power supply to the top-level production software. It should document which emergency stop affects which equipment, how the upstream stops when a submachine is broken, where the reinstallation is made, and the visibility of the start area. Regional position preferences on long conveyor lines should not endanger the employee in another area.

In Turkey, the Directive 2006/42/AT is implemented in the 2026 proposal and the AT Compliance Statement is regulated. In the EU and EEA market, the Directive 2006/42/EC is implemented including 19 hob 2027; and the current (EU) 2023/1230 is in general application from 20 hob 2027.

Functional security work is not just about controlling the brand and model of the emergency stop relay. The required performance is determined based on the severity, exposure, and avoidance of the danger; the chain of sensor, logic, and output elements is calculated, the software configuration is recorded and tested. The safe speed of the robot or the protection distance of the field scanner must be based on the actual location of the cell, the measured posture performance and position. When the prescription, robot program, or safe parameter are changed, the affected assumptions can be reviewed with a traceable recording.

Product boundaries

How do you sort out the right product line in this category?

Name similarity alone is not sufficient; the energy source, intended use, and safety architecture are read together.

Product or limitThe distinguishing featureThe relevance of the results
Who's the final producer?The party that launches the system under its own name and completes the integrated file is clearly specified in the contract.
How do you separate the security zones?The risky interactions of single or multiple regional position architecture are assessed according to the maintenance and production approach.
Is the robot and the human in the same space?If the cooperative application claims, the task, contact, speed, strength and protective distance are verified in particular.
Where's the access to the conveyor?Feeding, transfer, sub-turning, torsion and discharge points are examined in operational and cleaning scenarios.
Can the remote connection start the movement?Access to the service separates the security authorities; no hazardous work is allowed without local approval.
Is it possible that the product will fall?The rotation of the pallet, part or casting material and the behaviour in the event of loss of the holding energy are calculated.
Risk architecture

The main dangers to be addressed in the file

The protective, control and verification approach shall be based on the actual product cycle.

01

Compression at the transfer point

The space between two conveyors or a robot and a carrier can capture the hand, foot or clothing.

02

The robot 's unexpected move

A program error, wrong mode, remote command, or power return can cause the robot to move while in the field.

03

Load drop or loss of perception

When the product is held in a vacuum, electricity or pressure loss, it can be released.

04

Start with a long line that doesn 't show

If the operator cannot see the entire line, dangerous movements can begin without prior warning, regional re-installation and restart control.

05

Security software changes

Unauthorized editing in the programmable logic controller (PLC) parameter can impair the calculated security performance.

06

Energy stored in maintenance

The voltage, gravity, pneumatic sensor and lifted robot axis can move when power is cut off, requiring mechanical and controlled discharge measures.

The conditional law matrix

When will the regulation take effect?

A single product name doesn't give the same answer for all models.

The subjectThe situationProduct-based evaluation
The machine's layoutYES, YESIn Turkey, 2006/42/AT is applied for the automation system; the next national compliance is confirmed on the date of the first market supply or first service of the integrated arrangement. Conveyor and robot interfaces are assessed in this framework.
EMCIT 'S A MESS .EMC scope is assessed in terms of the intended environment; driver and communication patterns affect test requirements.
LVDNO , NOT AT ALL .The LVD is not applied to machinery as a separate directive; electrical safety objectives are met within the scope of machinery legislation.
PEDIT 'S A MESS .Pneumatic use alone does not produce PED results; pressure vessels and accessories within the scope are classified separately.
ATEXIT 'S A MESS .Combustible dust is a common feature of conveyor or robot systems designed for use in the atmosphere of gas or steam.
Radio equipmentIT 'S A MESS .If wireless security or communication devices are used in the system, the scope of the RED product will also be reviewed.

Standard and verification approach

  • EN ISO 12100: It defines the system boundaries, interface risks, and the order of risk mitigation by design.
  • EN ISO 13849-1 and -2: The security function can be used for architecture, performance accounting and verification.
  • EN IEC 62061: It offers an alternative functional security approach in electrically-electronically-programmable security control systems.
  • EN ISO 10218-1 and -2: The current press and harmonisation status of industrial robot and robot system integration is controlled and applied.
  • EN ISO 13855: It correlates approach and position data in the positioning of protective sensing systems according to the hazardous area.
  • The following is the list of the countries of the European Union:: Environmental protection supports its design against avoidance by selecting doors and locking arrangements.
  • EN 60204-1: The system with electrical equipment shall be equipped with the feeding, protection, control and verification elements.
Important distinction

CE conformity for Conveyor, robot and automation systems — Product conformity is a separate study.

ISO management system certification does not replace product-specific risk analysis, test evidence and compliance file.

The compliance work plan

In what order will the technical preparation proceed?

Responsibility and border crossing

The delivery responsibilities are written down by the integrator, machine suppliers and end-user with the system limit.

Interface risk assessment

New hazards are being sought on mechanical transfers, control signals, energy exchange and operator transitions.

Design of security requirements

For each function, the trigger, safe state, required performance, and reboot conditions are defined.

Integration and verification

Software version, sensor fields, standby time, load loss and error responses are tested on the field.

Final file and delivery

Submachine documents, integrated drawings, test reports and user instructions are combined in a single configuration.

Product records to search for in the technical file

  • Integrated system boundary and settlement drawing
  • Sub-machine reports and assembly instructions
  • Interface risk assessment
  • Electrical, pneumatic and grid architect
  • Specifications for security requirements
  • PL or SIL accounts
  • Security PLC software release records
  • Standing time and field browser verification
  • Installation, mode selection and maintenance instructions
  • In Turkey, 2006/42/AT requires an AT Statement of Conformity in the automation file. For automation, the EU/AEA includes 2006/42/EC on 19 hob 2027; the automation record uses the AT/EC Statement of Conformity. This automation system passes into the EU Statement of Conformity from 20 hob 2027 (EU) 2023/1230.

They 're the entries for a healthy offer .

  • System location and online description
  • Brand and model of robot conveyor
  • Load values and product moves
  • Security area and access plan
  • PLC, driver and network architecture
  • Sub-machine reports
  • Place of recall and delivery date

The scope of work is determined by cell number, security area, software functions, submachine records, and field verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

CE conformity for Conveyor, robot and automation systems — Technical answers about

Does the robot maker's statement dismiss the cell's responsibility?

No. Depending on the application form, there may be a declaration of conformity for the robot or a declaration of assembly and assembly instructions for the partially completed machine, which do not replace the evaluation of the end equipment, protectors, conveyor, program and final cell.

Is the safety PLC alone proof of conformity?

The capability of the equipment is just the beginning. The required performance, architecture, diagnosis, software and verification results must be proven together.

Is the camera later added to the robot cell a significant change?

The camera is examined to see if it is only a quality control device or if it influences the decision to move or safety.

Should the conveyor stop the entire line?

There's no one universal answer, and regional or general posture is designed based on safe conditions, material accumulation, upstream and downstream effects, and employee access.

Can a cooperating robot be used without the environment?

It is not enough to market the robot as a collaborative robot, i.e. cobot. The mission, end equipment, load, contact areas, speed and force measurements are evaluated for the entire application.

Is the remote service connection in the CE file?

If the connection can affect machine parameters or movement, authorization, local control, recording and secure failure behavior are included in the risk assessment.

Technical scope and offer

CE conformity for Conveyor, robot and automation systems — Let us clarify your technical file together.

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Final inspection of content and technical scope: 20 August 2026The official bases: European Commission Machinery · EUR-Lex — EU 2023/1230
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