What is BS 5667-1 – Continuous mechanical handling equipment about?
BS 5667-1 is a British standard and a part of the BS 5667 series that discusses the general safety requirements for the specification for continuous mechanical handling equipment. Facilitate the reduction in material damage as to improve quality. Reducing overall manufacturing time by designing efficient material movement.
BS 5667-1 sets out safety rules relating to continuous mechanical handling equipment, including its construction, installation, utilization and maintenance, to ensure that it is used to the best advantage, and to prevent, as far as possible, any accidents or mishaps that could arise from misuse.
Who is BS 5667-1 – Continuous mechanical handling equipment for?
BS 5667-1 on mechanical handling applies to:
- Manufacturer of mechanical handling equipment
- Quality testing personnel
- Automobile engineers
Why should you use BS 5667-1 – Continuous mechanical handling equipment?
Mechanical handling Facilitate the reduction in material damage as to improve quality. Reducing overall manufacturing time by designing efficient material movement.
BS 5667-1 provide you the safety code in which the general rules relating to all continuous mechanical handling equipment for loose bulk materials or unit loads are covered in BS 5667-1. BS 5667-1 provides the safety rules which applies to the following stages:
- Construction (design and manufacture)
- Installation (layout, erection and entry into service)
- Utilization (operation and maintenance)
These safety requirements will help you with the continuous mechanical handling equipment. Overall, BS 5667-1 provides you with comprehensive guidance useful throughout the process of production.