The 9 page document covers new and revised standards being published, alongside details of the new guide to the EU machinery directive issued in July 2017 - which has a major impact on all motorised domestic furniture.
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The new guide is aimed to help Furniture Industry Research Association members understand more about the EUTR, and how to remain compliant.
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A new European Standard for cot mattresses has been published - BS EN 16890: 2017 Children's furniture — Mattresses for cots and cribs — Safety requirements and test methods.
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The development of the standard has taken a number of years and involved engagement with a number of stakeholders including the health service, patients, retailers, manufacturers and suppliers to the healthcare market.
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A new European safety standard for cots has been published. BS EN 716-1: 2017 Furniture. Children’s cots and folding cots for domestic use. Part 1 Safety requirements replaces the previous 2008 version with immediate effect.
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A revised version of the European test method standard for cots has been published. BS EN 716-2: 2017 Furniture — Children's cots and folding cots for domestic use. Part 2 Test Methods replaces the previous 2008 version (amended in 2013) with immediate effect.
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A new European Standard covering requirements for the gas cylinders used in office chairs, and similar seating has been published.
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A new update report concerning Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) Regulations is now available.
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