scope:

This European Standard applies to machines for the manufacture of pipes in the horizontal axis and similar elements from concrete. This European Standard deals with the hazards listed in clause 4 , when used as intended under the conditions foreseen by the manufacturer (see clause 4). This European Standard specifies the appropriate technical measures to eliminate or reduce risks arising from the significant hazards, except noise hazards. This standard establishes safety requirements and/or methods of protection which applies to these machines. This European standard applies to the pipe making machines manufacturing in horizontal axis which may form an integral part of a pipe making process plant. See 1.4 of EN 12629-1:2000.