New Lift Standards 2027: EU Regulation 2023/1230
Big changes are coming for automotive vehicle lifts. The new Machinery Regulation 2023/1230/EC updates everything.
The industry is shifting. We move from “self-certification” to a stricter externally verified system.
Key Changes: The “Notified Body”
An independent third-party (Notified Body) must now intervene. They introduce three mandatory checks:
- Steel Traceability: Factories must prove the steel origin. This stops the use of low-grade materials.
- Welding Quality: Every weld needs certification. This ensures the structure holds up.
- Real Testing: No more theory. Equipment must undergo physical testing witnessed by experts.
Impact on Equipment Safety
How does this affect the hardware? Here is the breakdown:
| Component | Safety Improvement |
|---|---|
| Steel Quality | Eliminates “weak spots”. Prevents bending or breaking. |
| Locking Systems | Must meet stricter legal standards (4.5% safety factor). |
| Cables & Pulleys | Requires larger dimensions. Reduces wear and tear. |
Why this matters: The “paperwork-only” era is over. This protects workshops from failure. It ensures a verifiable paper trail from the raw steel to the final bolt.
Deadlines & Status
The clock is ticking. Mark this date:
Mandatory Date: January 20, 2027
This is the “Hard Stop”. After this date, old rules expire.
No lift can be sold under “self-certification”. Every new unit must pass third-party verification.