Overview
SIST EN ISO 12643-2:2024 outlines the specific safety requirements for prepress and press equipment and systems in the graphic technology industry. Developed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), this standard complements the general safety provisions found in ISO 12643-1 by providing detailed guidance for the design, construction, and integration of safety measures for new prepress and press machines, along with associated auxiliary equipment managed by the press control system.
The document is essential for manufacturers, integrators, and users of prepress and press equipment, aiming to ensure machinery safety, minimize risks, and align with international best practices. It replaces previous standards such as SIST EN 1010-2:2006+A1:2010 and SIST ISO 12643-2:2014.
Key Topics
SIST EN ISO 12643-2:2024 addresses various critical aspects related to machinery safety in graphic technology:
- Machinery Scope: Applies to all new prepress and press equipment, including devices closely integrated into press control systems.
- Significant Hazards: Identifies key hazards related to graphic technology machinery, such as in-running nips, fire risks, and hazardous emissions.
- Safety Measures: Provides requirements for guards, interlocks, emergency stops, and safe manual control devices.
- Fire & Explosion Protection: Details extra steps for dealing with flammable liquids and explosive atmospheres, especially in drying equipment.
- Auxiliary Equipment: Covers the integration and safety of supportive machinery including drying devices, powder-spraying units, and washing equipment.
- Ergonomics & Access: Ensures safe access through proper design of working platforms, stairs, and passageways.
- Verification & Documentation: Guidance on validation of protective measures and instruction manual content.
Applications
This standard is relevant across diverse segments within the printing and graphic technology sector:
- Equipment Manufacturers: Ensures new machinery complies with up-to-date international safety requirements, reducing liability and improving market acceptance.
- System Integrators: Provides criteria for integrating auxiliary devices safely into press control architectures.
- Health & Safety Professionals: Assists in the risk assessment, selection of protective measures, and compliance checks during machine installation and commissioning.
- Print Production Operators: Supports safe operation through clear control design, emergency stops, and instructions, reducing the risk of accidents in daily use.
- Maintenance Providers: Informs about risk zones, safe maintenance access, and protocols to prevent injury or exposure during servicing.
Implementing SIST EN ISO 12643-2:2024 helps organizations establish a safe working environment, comply with European market regulations, and uphold industry-specific safety benchmarks.
Related Standards
Alignment with other international and European standards ensures comprehensive machinery safety and consistency:
- ISO 12643-1:2023 - General safety requirements for graphic technology equipment and systems (overarching requirements).
- ISO 12100:2010 - Principles for risk assessment and risk reduction in machinery design.
- ISO 13849-1:2023 - Safety-related parts of control systems.
- ISO 13857:2019 - Safety distances to prevent hazard zone reaches.
- IEC 60079-10-1 - Explosive atmospheres classification for fire and explosion prevention.
- EN 1127-1:2019 - Basic concepts for explosion prevention.
SIST EN ISO 12643-2:2024 should be considered alongside these documents for a comprehensive approach to safety in graphic technology environments.
Practical Value
Adopting this standard not only supports regulatory compliance but also enhances operational safety, reduces accident rates, and strengthens reputation in the competitive graphic technology marketplace. Using SIST EN ISO 12643-2:2024 ensures the safety of workers and optimizes maintenance, production, and system integration processes for all stakeholders in the printing and prepress industry.
