Overview
SIST EN ISO 28927-3:2010 specifies standardized laboratory test methods for evaluating hand-transmitted vibration emission at the handles of hand-held, power-driven portable polishers, and rotary, orbital, and random orbital sanders. Developed by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), this standard aims to provide reliable and reproducible methods for measuring vibration magnitudes in gripping areas under controlled type-test conditions. The results derived from these tests allow for objective comparison of different models within the same tool category, supporting vibration safety, product selection, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Key focus: The standard covers surface-finishing tools (not for material removal) powered pneumatically or by other means. It does not apply to straight grinders with sanding wheels or belt sanders.
Key Topics
Applications
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Tool Manufacturing:
Manufacturers use EN ISO 28927-3 to design and qualify portable power tools, ensuring their products meet vibration emission requirements and can be accurately compared to competitor models.
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Occupational Health and Safety:
Employers and health & safety professionals utilize vibration test data produced by this standard to assess and mitigate workplace vibration exposure risks, supporting compliance with health regulations.
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Procurement and Specification:
Comparing standardized vibration values allows buyers to select tools with lower vibration emissions, helping to reduce operator fatigue and risk of hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS).
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Market Access:
Adherence to this standard is often necessary for CE marking and market introduction within the European Economic Area.
Related Standards
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ISO 20643: Principles for evaluation of vibration emission of hand-held and hand-guided machinery; the foundation for EN ISO 28927 series structure and requirements.
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ISO 5349 (all parts): Measurement and evaluation of human exposure to hand-transmitted vibration in actual workplaces.
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EN ISO 28927 Series:
- Part 1: Angle and vertical grinders
- Part 2: Wrenches, nutrunners, and screwdrivers
- Part 4: Straight grinders
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Superseded:
Keywords: hand-held power tools, vibration emission, polishers, orbital sanders, rotary sanders, random orbital sanders, vibration test methods, workplace safety, HAVS, vibration standards, type-test, CEN, ISO 28927-3, CE marking.
By specifying laboratory test methods for vibration emission, SIST EN ISO 28927-3:2010 supports safe tool design, regulatory compliance, workplace safety, and informed purchasing across the power tools industry.
