UKCA and CE Marking

UKCA and CE Marking Compliance support for machinery

Here at pm Connections, we have years’ worth of experience in helping our clients ensure their machinery carries UKCA / CE marking.

As a manufacturer, you are legally obligated to ensure your machinery features one of these marks before selling them within the UK or Europe.

The UKCA / CE mark serves to guarantee that your product is safe for use and adheres to the unique safety regulations required within your sector. This ensures you’re obliging with health, safety and environmental legislation.

Not only does this keep you compliant, but it also signals that you are trustworthy and credible. This in itself can markedly add value to your goods.

How do you get your products UKCA and CE marked?

Firstly, almost all products that require UKCA or CE marking do not require a third-party assessment. Instead, the mark can be fulfilled through the completion of the Self Certification procedure.

However, due to the marking requirements varying for each individual product and sector, it can be difficult to gather all of the relevant information. Self Certification assessment correctly. This makes the process time-consuming and often extremely lengthy.

And we know that you’re busy enough as it is.

That’s where pm Connections come in.

How can pm Connections help you with UKCA and CE marking?

We have the expertise to help you get your machinery successfully UKCA / CE marked via Self Certification. We’ll organise and execute all required areas of the lengthy process. This takes the pressure off you and ensures no time is wasted in getting your products onto the UK and European markets.

What we’ll do for you:

• Establish which specific UKCA / CE marking directives apply to your machinery.
• Search for relevant standards and regulations for your machinery.
• Assess your product to check it fulfils the standards and regulations.
• Rectify any areas of non-compliance.
• Assist you in working with a Notified Body or UK Approved Body (if applicable).
• Compile a technical file – which is required by the directives.
• Prepare your Declaration of Conformity.
• Offer follow-up advice and support when required.

What’s the difference between UKCA / CE marking?

Surprisingly, as of August 1, 2023, the UK Government has decided to indefinitely accept CE markings for products overseen by the Department for Business (DBT) and sold within the UK. This marks a significant change from their previous stance, which had aimed to phase out CE markings in favour of UKCA markings by the end of 2024.

Consequently, you can now use either UKCA or CE markings for machinery sold in the UK indefinitely. However, UKCA marking is not accepted in the European market, whereas the CE marking remains valid in both the UK and Europe.

Why choose pm Connections?

Here at pm Connections, we provide comprehensive and robust support to businesses looking to get UKCA / CE markings on their machinery.

We understand that the process can seem confusing or overwhelming. Which is why we keep things simple.

Our team of down-to-earth experts are on hand to help make sure your machinery is safe for European and UK markets. Consequently, keeping you up to date with changing legislation and regulations.

So, for a chat with one of our team, get in touch here or give us a call on 01925 649 818.