• Machine compliance: 8 steps from design to CE marking, without unpleasant surprises

    • 13 November 2026
    • Posted by: Yann Chapron
    • Category: Technical corner
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    New machine, existing machine or substantial modification from 2027: the 8-step compliance process, from risk assessment to EU declaration and CE marking, and the tool that makes sure nothing is forgotten.

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  • Machinery Regulation 2023/1230: modifying an existing machine without unintentionally becoming its manufacturer

    • 15 October 2026
    • Posted by: Yann Chapron
    • Category: Technical corner
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    From 20 January 2027, Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 replaces the Machinery Directive. PLC retrofit, new robot, higher speed: when does a modification become substantial, and what must you do?

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  • Electrofusion-welded PE piping: when to choose it for industrial water and effluent

    • 21 September 2026
    • Posted by: Yann Chapron
    • Category: Technical corner
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    PE, PVC or stainless steel? HDPE pipes for drinking water, pressure mains and gas, SDR and pressure, DN / inch / PE diameter conversion table, and the 6 steps of a successful GF electrofusion weld.

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  • Replacing an end-of-life PLC: the 5 steps of a successful migration

    • 14 July 2026
    • Posted by: Yann Chapron
    • Category: Technical corner
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    Unavailable spare parts, poorly known program: replacing an end-of-life PLC needs preparation. Survey, functional analysis, hardware choice, planned changeover, documentation: the 5 steps of a successful migration.

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  • Machine breakdowns: cut diagnostic time by making the machine readable

    • 12 May 2026
    • Posted by: Yann Chapron
    • Category: Technical corner
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    When a machine stops, finding the cause often takes longer than the repair. Status screen, visible safety, clear messages, manual and Pareto: 5 levers for faster diagnosis.

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