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G. Safety Standards & Testing

EN 17206

EN 17206, European stage machinery standard

What is a EN 17206?

EN 17206:2021 is the European safety standard for stage machinery. It specifies the safety requirements for the design, manufacture, installation, and operation of all powered mechanical equipment used in performance venues — including lifts, hoists, revolving stages, curtain tracks, and control systems.

Key Components

Why It MattersEN 17206 is the benchmark standard for stage machinery worldwide. Equipment certified to EN 17206 is accepted across Europe and increasingly required in international tenders.

Key Concepts

Risk assessmentMandatory for all stage machinery
Safety functionsSIL 2 / PLd minimum for safety-related control
Load testingStatic (125% SWL) and dynamic (110% SWL) tests
DocumentationTechnical file, user manual, maintenance schedule
Noise≤ 55 dB(A) for machinery in audience areas
Speed limitsDefined maximum speeds for occupied platforms

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does BRD equipment carry EN 17206 certification, and does it apply outside Europe?

A: Yes — our full product line is designed and tested to EN 17206:2021 requirements, with compliance documentation available for every project. While EN 17206 is technically a European standard, its influence extends well beyond Europe: tenders across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Africa increasingly cite it as a prerequisite, and many Chinese venues (especially those designed by international architecture firms) specify it alongside the domestic WH/T series. Practically speaking, if your venue ever hosts international touring productions, they will expect your machinery to meet EN 17206 safety levels. We include the complete technical file — risk assessment, load-test reports, material certificates, and control-system validation — as part of every BRD project handover package.

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