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I++ DME – Dimensional Measurement Equipment Interface (Version 3.0)
A new guide from the RED AdCo Group is available on the Radio Equipment Directive and Delegated Regulation 2022/30
India surprisingly stops the planned machinery regulation. The withdrawal relieves exporters - but raises new questions about regulatory certainty.
82 mandatory standards/Amendments, 723 voluntary standards/Amendments and140 translated standards were approved in the past two months.
A series of mandatory standard drafts are released for comments.
China-Singapore Joint Data Compliance Guide-Practical Handbook is available.
The Chinese Blue Book on the Evolution of Digitalization of Standards was released.
16 CCC products transition from self-declaration to third-party certification.
A series of import and export-related catalogues are released.
Here you will find an updated overview of the progress of the project after the fourth face-to-face meeting - status January 2026 (update no. 5).
A dispute is raging in Taiwan over the right way to achieve a secure and climate-neutral energy supply. LNG could be the most realistic option.
European agricultural machinery and tractor manufacturers are ready for climate-friendly fuels and sustainable drives.
Product category rules for determining the CO2 footprint of measuring and testing technology
With an update in a 2-month cycle, which is offered to VDMA members for download, we inform about current standardization projects of the DIN Standards Committee for Water Management (NAW).
The Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) will bring significant changes for most machine and plant manufacturers as early as 2026. What do you need to consider when preparing for the upcoming deadlines for your own products and components?
Within the VDMA, hydrogen is not only of great interest for the VDMA Power-to-X for Applications, but is accompanied by a whole range of areas with diverse activities.
The 10th plenary meeting of CEN/CLC JTC 22 in Madrid advanced European work on standards for quantum communication, computing and metrology. New projects, industrial engagement and strengthened cooperation shape the next phase.
The Commission is currently carrying out a legislative initiative for an EU Product Act, which will also regulate the area of market surveillance. The VDMA is actively supporting the process and has formulated the machinery requirements.
OPC UA for Surface Technology - Cleaning and Pretreatment
Suitability assessment for wireless communications systems in industrial real-time applications
When CE marking machines, important instructions must be observed in order to fulfill the legal obligations. The VDMA has compiled these notes for practical use, which go beyond explanations in the official guide.
The Indian government has postponed the introduction of various BIS certification requirements for certain product categories. Among other, the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), which is responsible for mechanical engineering, has postponed the implementation of certain certification requirements.
The Standardisation Request lays the foundation for developing harmonised standards and thus paves the way for presumption of conformity. However, their development often takes too long and lacks transparency. Improvements are needed.
Update! The Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) entered into force on december 11th 2024. The VDMA has compiled a new version of the FAQ document to provide support and non-binding guidance to its members.
Most of the machinery produced in Europe is sold worldwide. Therefore, consistent requirements within Europe are essential to avoid competitive disadvantages caused by differing standards.
Leading valve associations from Europe, the US, and Japan are committed to closer cooperation in order to jointly master future challenges facing the valve industry.
OPC UA for Machinery Whitepaper
The VDMA has now launched three standard sheets on hydrogen and sent them to DIN. They are already available on the VDMA website and can be commented on.
48 mandatory standards and 764 voluntary standards were approved in the past two months.
Mandatory standard drafts are released for comments.
TSG 31-2025 Safety Technology Regulation for Industrial Pressure Pipe will come into force on 01.01.2026.
The mandatory standard GB 46038-2025 will come into effect on 01.11.2026.
The implementation timeline for standards related to China RoHS conformity assessment has been issued.
The CCC exemption system has launched pilot programs for a fast track.
Regulatory Requirements Guide for H2 Plants and Systems in Germany and Europe - Part 1: General
Requirements Guide for H2 Plants and Systems – Part 1 : Safety Engineering Analysis
Accreditation in Germany and Europe is at a turning point. Structural, regulatory, and strategic adjustments are necessary to maintain a competitive Europe.
OPC UA for Machinery – Part 1: Basic Building Blocks
On November 12, experts from industry, associations, science and political consulting discussed the great opportunities of Mercosur for the agricultural technology sector in a high-calibre round of lectures and dialog in Hanover.
The second meeting of the Technical Working Group (TWG) of the OECD Tractor Codes took place in Antalya, Turkey, in November 2025.
This VDMA position paper is aimed at manufacturers of fluid power products. It serves as a guideline for the implementation of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, which has been applicable since December 29, 2009.
CETOP prepared the position paper on the Pressure Equipment Directive under the leadership of VDMA Fluid Power.
The EU is planning to ban all PFAS. This would mean a serious cutback for the fluid power industry and a technological step backwards.
Some may already have heard of the 10²³ FLOP rule for classifying AI as “General Purpose AI”, but how does this actually work? Here we provide answers.
OPC UA for plasma surface treatment
Product Category Rules for Life Cycle Assessments and Environmental Product Declarations of Water Electrolysers for Hydrogen Production
In October 2025, more than 60 fluid power experts met in Paris to further develop standardization projects of ISO/TC 131, Fluid Power Systems.
The expert base is shrinking dramatically in the field of terminology and measurement technology while new projects are being initiated at ISO level.
Consultation on the DIN draft on low-speed wear resistance continues until the beginning of 01/2026 - Dr. Bugiel (Flender) re-elected as convenor of the ISO working group, ISO/TR 18792 on gear lubrication prior to consultation by national committees.
Current developments in bevel gear standardisation are focused on five projects.
Final review of the documents IEC TS 61400-4-1 on reliability estimation and IEC TR 61400-4-2 on gearbox lubrication for wind gearboxes, which support the IEC 61400-4 wind gearbox standard, will take place in the national committees by mid-December 2025.
CEN-CENELEC JTC22 has released version 1.1 of its Standardization Roadmap on Quantum Technologies, providing a basis for European and international coordination.
The trade association continuously reports on new standards or draft standards that may be of importance to valve manufacturers.
Predictability, legal certainty, and a strong voice for the industry: VDMA Valves provides concrete assistance and position papers and maintains close contact with politicians, authorities, and European partner associations.
On the Friday of the trade fair, the VDMA's Transport Division gave the President of the German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA), Richard Damm, a tour of the exhibition halls.
On the Wednesday of the fair, the VDMA's Transport Department organized its traditional tour of the fair with the participants of the Automotive Technology Committee.
Cutting Tool Exchange format (CTD) – Part 30: Reamer
Cutting Tool Exchange format (CTD) – Part 20: Drills
Cutting Tool Exchange format (CTD) – Part 10: Milling cutter
What role do standards play in meeting legal requirements for CE marking? How can the manufacturer determine the state of the art? The VDMA's legal opinion provides valuable information.
Product category rules for the evaluation of the carbon footprint of machine tools and machines for additive manufacturing.
Product category rules for determining the carbon footprint of plastics and rubber machinery
Since September 12, 2025, the EU Data Act has been in force - a law that regulates access to and use of data. For agriculture, this means that farmers will have more rights to the data from their machines and sensors.
The EU's Digital Product Passport promotes sustainability, transparency, and digitization in product policy. Manufacturers of building valves and sanitary products must also adapt to new regulatory requirements.
Industrial robots are the central components of digital and networked production.
Turbomachinery and generators – Application of the principles of functional safety – Part 5: Risk assessment steam turbines
Manufacturer list of characteristic value libraries for VDMA 66413 specification "Functional Safety – Universal data format"
We provide information about some new standards and a research project in the field of refrigeration technology, which may also be of interest to some companies in our trade association.
OPC UA for Joining Systems – Part 1: Base
OPC UA for Tightening Systems – Part 1: General
The HAS-System (Harmonised Standards Assessment System) forms the basis for the European Commission to confirm the suitability of a Harmonised Standard for presumption of conformity. Unfortunately, the system has weaknesses and requires corrections.
Since 2017, the European Commission has anchored Common Specifications as an alternative to harmonised standards for presumption of conformity in the Medical Devices Regulation. Now, it is applying this instrument across the board
112 mandatory standards/Amendments, 1184 voluntary standards/Amendments and 88 translated standards in English were approved.
A series of mandatory standard drafts are released for comments.
17 Implementation Rules for Product Carbon Footprint Certification (Trial) were approved.
GB/T 20850-2025 updates the guidelines for the application of machinery safety standards in China.
Cage three-phase high voltage induction motor is added into the Catalogue for China Energy Label.
Domestic products will enjoy 20% price preference in government procurement evaluations.
The EU Product Safety Regulation has been in force since the end of 2024 and also brings changes for manufacturers of sanitary products. New information from the VDMA clarifies who is affected.
The CEN-CENELEC JTC22 has published its first standard: a layer model for quantum computing. The aim is to structure the entire stack level of universal quantum computers.
The EU has launched a consultation process on the proposed restriction of Chromiumtrioxide. VDMA Valves has drawn up guidelines for members from the sanitary sector
You are planning to use AI in your machine – but when does your system fall into the ‘high-risk category’ of the AI Regulation? Our guide will help you answer this question step by step.
Manufacturers of safety-related automation components and manufacturers of calculation tools in the field of functional safety are particularly affected by the contents of VDMA Specification 66413.
Machine manufacturers use the VDMA 66413 characteristic value libraries provided by device manufacturers to perform evaluations and calculations in the area of functional safety using the safety-relevant device data.
Manufacturer list of software tools for specification VDMA 66413 „Functional Safety – Universal data format"
Since August 2025, the EU Battery Regulation has brought with it new obligations in the context of extended producer responsibility. The new requirements were highlighted and discussed
OPC UA for Machinery – Part 4: Energy Management
Mobile machines working underground – Safety requirements for traction batteries
Provision of geodata for environmental and water protection
The EU's plans to restrict chromium trioxide pose major challenges, particularly for the sanitary sector. Against this backdrop, the CEIR association and VDMA Valves have jointly commissioned a white paper.
The 5th meeting of the VDMA Valves PCR project took place recently - this time at VDMA member company KSB in Frankenthal. Thanks to the assembled experts, great progress was made.
OPC UA for Robotics – Part 1 : Vertical Integration
The Digital Product Passport is coming and mechanical engineering will also be affected. In the following, you can find out how mechanical and plant engineering can be directly and indirectly affected by some example scenarios.
The EU internal market for products is regulated by the NLF and its 30 harmonised legal acts. The European Commission is currently planning to revise the NLF. For this to be successful, the focus must be on simplification.
OPC UA for Geometric Measurement Systems
The 42nd Ordinance on the Implementation of the Federal Immission Control Act was published in the Federal Law Gazette on 19.07.2017. The ordinance came into force on 19.08.2017.
The committee's internal revision of ISO 9001 has been completed and the draft standard will be made available to the public for comment at the end of August with the DIS.
62 mandatory standards/Amendments, 697 voluntary standards/Amendments and 73 translated standards were approved in the past two months.
Drafts of mandatory standards and regulations are released for comments.
The Catalogue for Product Carbon Footprint Labeling Certification (1st Batch) and the 2025 National Task List for Industrial Energy Saving and Carbon Reduction Diagnostic Services were released.
The Catalogue of Technologies Prohibited or Controlled for Export from China was updated and approved.
The China Machinery Industry Federation (CMIF) released the 2025 Key Points for Standardization in the Machinery Industry.
The Chinese Standard Platform enables users to search for Chinese standards and preview some of the full text.
FOPC UA for Mining — General
The revised VDMA Quick Guide to the Machinery Directive is now available in five languages. The VDMA is thus continuing to drive forward Europeanization.
From March to June 2025, the ISO/TC 131/SC 4 subcommittee, Connectors and similar products and components, and its working groups met online. Two working groups will have a new German chairperson at the turn of the year.
The forthcoming standard prEN 50742 specifies the requirements of the Machinery Regulation regarding protection against corruption. What is the current status of this project?
OPC UA interfaces for plastics and rubber machinery – Flexible PUR Foam – Part 1: Cutting Machines
Dry ice blasting – safety requirements
The meeting of the Technical Working Group (TWG) of the OECD Tractor Codes took place in June 2025 at the Italian OECD test center "Crea-It" in Treviglio near Milan in Italy.
So-called "3rd batch" of amendments to EU type-approval for agricultural vehicles published.
Powered smoke and heat control ventilators (Fans) for use in powered smoke extraction systems
Fluid power – Application profiles of IO-Link devices for recording pressure, temperature, flow and level
Federal Environment Agency updates FAQ document I new answer brings advantages
Companies develop standard sheet on the requirements for H2 plants
Why standardization is becoming a key factor for the safe and successful use of hydrogen technologies.
The office has compiled a list of addresses of testing laboratories for food contact materials.
ISO published the new ISO 18464 standard in May 2025. It describes a procedure for the design of energy-efficient hydraulic systems.
From 2027, the European Union will require a Digital Product Passport. Implementation is challenging and requires close cooperation within the company. Here you will find recommendations for action on key issues.
The VDMA regulatory cockpit provides you with a central, practical overview of current and upcoming regulations. It helps you identify relevant information at an early stage, evaluate it strategically, and derive concrete measures.
Here you will find an updated overview of the progress of the project after the third face-to-face meeting on 12.03.202 (update no. 4).
29 mandatory standards/Amendments and 297 voluntary standards/Amendments were approved in the past two months.
A series of mandatory standard drafts are released for comments.
2025 Chinese Legislative Work Plan was released. The Product Quality Law was not listed.
The Chinese Administrative Measures for the Adoption of International Standards has been revised to promote the adoption of international standards.
The first humanoid robot certification in China is underway.
Tools for woodworking – Data model for the description of geometry and process parameters
The EU Commission is planning a comprehensive reform of key aspects of product law: digitalization of the New Legislative Framework, strengthening of market surveillance and accelerated standardization are intended to increase competitiveness and product safety.
How precise is a spot spraying system? This question was the focus of a two-day international workshop held at the end of May on a test farm near Brussels.
The "Recommendations for camera monitor systems for vehicles with a restricted field of vision due to overhang of more than 3.5 m", which have been available as a proposal for some time, have been published and are immediately applicable.
How can increasingly complex regulations be interpreted sensibly? What needs to be done and how can productive solutions be found in times of increasing regulation?
Tools for woodworking – Reference points
In the PCR - Gearbox working group, experts develop the algorithms for evaluating the environmental impact and contribute their industry knowledge. Active participation ensures a complete picture during the development process.
The EU Commission is planning a regulation to introduce a mandatory digital EU Declaration of Conformity for machinery. This amendment is intended to change the EU Regulation Machinery before it comes into force.
Discussions on double testing, cyber and sustainability regulation as well as change of presidency at eurosafe General Assembly 2025 in Cologne
The new Indian Machinery and Electrical Equipment Safety Order affects packaging machines, filling machines and machines for thermal processes and separation technology, among other things.
OPC UA for Machinery – Part 101: Result Transfer
The EU's regulatory approach to perfluorinated and polyfluorinated alkyl compounds (PFAS) is jeopardizing entire production processes in mechanical and plant engineering - including in ventilation technology. A recent publication provides detailed knowledge for the industry.
The 9th meeting of CEN/CLC/JTC 22 Quantum Technologies took place in Paris from 14 to 16 April 2025. 8 delegations from Europe and representatives of the EU Commission took part. The meeting was hosted by AFNOR and the companies Quandela and Pasqal.
CEN-CENELEC JTC22-WG2 is developing a norm for characterizing ion traps used in quantum computing and sensing. The goal is a standardized framework for specification and testing.
In February 2025, leading experts from the gear industry met at the VDMA in Frankfurt to discuss current standards and future standards. The focus was on progress in the standardization of gears and bevel gears.
OPC UA for Woodworking Machines – Part 1: Vertical Interface
On 23 April 2025 VDMA Robotics organized an online event on the most important changes of ISO 10218, the international safety standard for industrial robots. The event was recorded and is available to our members here.
The amendment to the German Federal Emission Protection Ordinance (4th BImSchV) by the German legislator brings clarity and relief both for the placing on the market of smaller electrolysers below 5 MW and for large-scale plants.
At the bauma trade fair in Munich, a groundbreaking demonstrator unveiled the future of mining operations through the integration of the OPC UA Companion Specifications: The OPC 40560 series provides standardized OPC UA information models for mining.
11 mandatory standards and 557 voluntary standards were approved in the past two months.
A series of mandatory standard drafts are released for comments.
The General Implementation Rule for China Product Carbon Footprint Labeling Certification (Trial) was released in March.
China's mandatory standard reform has shown results. Take the mandatory standard for woodworking machinery as an example.
Pumps – Requirements according explosion protection of dry installed pumps
A flashlight on essential requirements for the safe commissioning of machines and systems in the USA in contrast to Europe.
Energy efficiency of refrigerating systems – Part 2: Energetic assessment of refrigeration systems and components
OPC UA interfaces for plastics and rubber machinery – Peripheral devices – Part 6: Granulate Drying Devices
In economically difficult times, the VDMA supports its members with valuable information and personal advice. Together we will find the right course and strengthen the resilience of the companies.
Increasing trade barriers, sanctions and isolation - anyone wanting to do business internationally these days is confronted with high hurdles and conditions in many places.
This year's annual meeting of the OECD Tractor Codes took place in Paris in the light of profoundly changed geopolitical conditions.
This year, the VDMA Technical Working Group (AKT) once again demonstrated how crucial the exchange of ideas within the agricultural machinery industry is.
Anyone talking about the history of the Unimog cannot fail to mention Hans-Jürgen Wischhof.
The last General Assembly was very well attended - a total of 29 members were present at the VDMA in Frankfurt.
The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has published an amendment to the Quality Control Order for Machinery in the Gazette of India, according to which products listed therein will require a market access mark from September 1, 2026.
OPC UA for HPDC Devices - High Pressure Die Casting Devices – Part 1: Machine Identification, Machine Status, Alarms and Warnings
OPC UA for Textile Testing Devices
Exclusively for our industry members, here are all the presentations from the AKT 2025 events.
OPC UA interfaces for plastics and rubber machinery – Peripheral devices – Part 3: LSR Dosing Systems
After the second face-to-face meeting on 8.11.2024 and numerous further online meetings of the 7 sub-working groups, the first drafts and H2 requirements lists are available. (update no. 3)
This article collects some of the EU counterpart policy developments in China in the past two years for reference.
24 mandatory standards, 405 voluntary standards and 75 translated standards were approved in the past two months.
A series of mandatory standard drafts are released for comments, such as agricultural machinery, foundry machinery, metalforming machinery, etc.
A series of implementation rules of China Energy Labelling are approved together with the updated Product Catalogue.
Pilots for product carbon footprint certification have begun, and related standardization activities have been carried out orderly.
A series of import and export-related catalogues are released.
OPC UA for weighing technology
The import of products with CE marking into the United Kingdom is still permitted. What is the legal basis and is there any official information?
JTC22-WG3 develops Technical Report for Benchmarking of Quantum Computers
OPC UA for wire harness manufacturing
Mode of Operation Maintenance (MO MT) – Safety Requirements for an additional Mode of Operation
OPC UA for Process Air Extraction and Filtration Systems (PAEFS)
Traveling Wave Parametric Amplifiers are a key component in cryogenic quantum computing systems. A European Norm is being developed.
OPC UA for Energy Consumption Management
Ag Tech is an important enabler for the agribusiness of the future. With striking, sustainable technology solutions, the agricultural machinery industry will once again be presenting itself at Green Week 2026 under the umbrella of the VDMA.
The VDMA launches the “DPP for Machinery” initiative. Here you will find the current structure and the upcoming content relating to the initiative.
The VDMA launches the “DPP for Machinery” initiative. The initiative bundles, coordinates and aligns all DPP activities and thus represents the VDMA's association-wide bracket with regard to the topic of digital product passports.
OPC UA for Additive Manufacturing
Turbomachinery and generators – Application of the principles of functional safety – Part 1: Methods for determination of the necessary risk reduction
JTC22-WG2 specifies metrics for entangled photon sources (EPPS), which are crucial for quantum communication
In this position paper, the VDMA and its member companies comment on the design and implementation of the Digital Product Passport under the new Ecodesign Regulation.
OPC UA interfaces for plastics and rubber machinery – Particle Foam Machines
Additive manufacturing is becoming increasingly important in the mechanical engineering sector. Manufacturers in plant and apparatus engineering have also recognized the advantages and possibilities for some years now.
OPC UA for Cutting Tools – Part 1: Manufacturing
OPC UA for Machine Tools – Part 1: Machine Monitoring and Job Management
China's National Food Safety Risk Assessment Center (CFSA) plans to approve new uses and substances.
OPC UA for Powertrain – Part 1: Asset Management
OPC UA interfaces for Plastics and Rubber machinery – Winder
Operation and use of refrigerated display cabinets
Popular science publications are full of statements about the "end of oil & gas". But what is the reality?
New standardization activity: "'Gaps in QKD System and QKD Network Security Assurance"
OPC UA for flat glass processing
The official guide to the Machinery Directive has been revised and published in version 2.3 in English and German. The reason for the revision is the new legal interpretation of digital operating instructions.
OPC UA interfaces for plastics and rubber machinery – Peripheral devices – Part 5: Moulds
Consultation on Regulation (EU) No. 1025/2012: VDMA advocates optimized standardization processes to ensure the efficiency and competitiveness of European industry and to meet modern market requirements
Workpiece surfaces of different materials can be gently cleaned or decoated using laser radiation. Hand-held devices are increasingly being used, for the safe use of which special occupational safety measures must be taken.
Results of meetings on the standardization of quantum technologies at European and international level.
Industry 4.0 pursues the introduction of internet technologies in industry with the aim of tapping into new value creation potential through networking and digitalization.
Determination of the dynamic coefficient of friction on flexible material webs
100 experts met on 28.06.2024 at the VDMA Summit on "Digital Product Passport: IT solutions for the textile industry". Organized by the Textile Machinery Association with Global Textile Scheme.
Code letters for subclasses of objects to be applied for reference marking on machine tools
Test requirements for fire-protection storage cabinets for lithium-ion batteries in the case of thermal runaway
This collection of links leads to various websites of the VDMA Food Processing and Packaging Machinery Association on this topic.
OPC UA for Machine Vision – Part 2: Asset Management and Condition Monitoring
Information on the current publication of selected standards/drafts, in particular of "NA 003-01-14 AA Pipes and components for the food, chemical and pharmaceutical industries".
The EU Commission, member states and trade associations have agreed that manufacturers of machinery will be able to supply instructions in digital form from April 26, 2024.
Safety of Coordinate Measuring Machines
Exclusively for our industry members here all presentations of the AKT events 2024.
OPC UA for Machinery – Part 3: Job Management
The overview of standards and draft standards of the Fluid Power Division and other relevant standards (DIN, DIN EN, DIN EN ISO, DIN ISO, VDMA, ISO) is available for download exclusively for VDMA member companies.
In some cases, functions of a machine are tested and optimized on site. There is a desire to leave machines without CE marking to the customer for this purpose for a certain period of time.
Selected information on food contact materials outside the scope of the relevant EU legislation; the information is for guidance only and does not claim to be up to date or complete.
OPC UA for Mining – External Standards – Part 1: IREDES
The VDMA standard sheet VDMA66419:2024-03 provides an interface description that can be used to combine entire modules into complex overall systems with little effort.
The NAM annual report is now available for download.
Silicone is to be removed from the Chinese standard GB 4806-11. The office has commented on the corresponding draft GB 4806-XX-2023.
The EU Regulation Machinery will apply from 20 January 2027. The Machinery Directive must be applied by 19 January 2027. How can the manufacturer manage the changeover of the EU Declaration of Conformity in just one day?
Manufacturers based outside the UK who wish to import products, such as machinery, into the UK must appoint an importer and provide details of this.
Turbomachinery and generators – Application of the principles of functional safety – Part 9: Risk assessment air cooled generators
Digitalization of machines requires standardized language for machine communication – and OPC UA is the perfect choice.
A lawsuit at the ECJ could endanger the entire system of harmonized standards. The planned final proposals of the Advocate General at the ECJ does not bode well.
OPC UA for Cranes and Hoists – Part 1: Base Model Motion Devices System
Per- and polyfluorinated alkyl compounds (PFAS) are currently polarizing opinion. The EU has come out in favor of a blanket ban on around 10,000 chemicals in this group of substances. At first glance, a well-intentioned approach to protecting the environment, but the announcement puts important industries at risk.
With the Data Act, the European Commission is aiming for a new legal framework for data use, utilization and distribution. The new study provides recommendations for action for the mechanical and plant engineering sector.
With the impending ban on around 10,000 PFAS industrial chemicals in one fell swoop, the EU is overshooting the mark by a long way. Indispensable components such as seals would be affected - and consequently many products for people's everyday lives. The VDMA is calling for exemptions for PFAS substances that are in machinery and do not come into contact with the environment.
The CECE Technical Bulletin describes developments in the field of technical regulation at a detailed level.
Additional safety requirements and/or safety measures for semi-automatic power driven parking of motor vehicles
A real hit for many years now is the "Emissions Brochure", which provides an up-to-date overview of the global rules on exhaust gas legislation for diesel and gas engines.
The list contains all published VDMA Specifications as well as current projects under elaboration.
The trade association started the development of Companion Specifications in the field of textile machinery in 2019. As the first project, the Compainon Specfication "OPC UA for Fibre & Yarn Testing Devices" has now been published as a Release Candidate.
The next face-to-face meetings of ISO/TC 112 "Vacuum Technology" will take place from 3 to 4 March 2026 in St. Gallen, Switzerland, at the invitation of the Swiss Standards Organization SNV.
In two rulings, the Higher Administrative Court (OVG) in Münster has confirmed the legal opinion of scale manufacturers and their implementation of the EU directive for non-automatic weighing instruments (NAWID). Orders issued by the calibration authority of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia (Landesbetrieb Mess- und Eichwesen NRW, LBME) were overturned.
The VDMA HealthTech position paper addresses the question of whether and how the quality management system of EN ISO 13485:2016 for medical devices is applicable to mechanical and plant engineering.
Optimizing the certification process for marine materials and equipment using modern quality assurance product certification technologies with a focus on complex supply chains.
Current developments in the field of standardization and market access in China.
The VDMA tool DORIS simplifies efficient research in the rules and regulations of 19 important, worldwide ship classification societies.
Non-automatic weighing instruments subject to legal metrology verification must have a compatibility certificate confirming that the weighing modules used (indicator, load cell, connecting cables) are compatible with each other.
The database "Machinery safety standards" helps manufacturers and users of standards to find their way through the jungle of standards.
OPC UA for Machine Tools – Part 1: Machine Monitoring and Job Overview (Replaces VDMA 40501-1:2022-08)
Operational checks of fire dampers according to EN 15650
Determination of key figures at packaging machines during operating time and scheduled down time
VDMA Standard Sheet 8751 deals with the specification and verification of energy and media consumption on packaging machines and related processing machines, while VDMA 8752 deals with the recording of set-up and cleaning times for these machines. Both VDMA standard sheets were editorially revised in the course of the transfer of DIN 8743 to the successor standard DIN EN 415-11: 2021-12.
Completely revised: The 33 "FAQs on food contact materials (FCMs) in the EU" published by the VDMA Food Processing and Packaging Machinery Association were updated in August 2025 to reflect the current EU legal situation.
The regulation concerns bispenols and their derivatives. The transitional periods concern the first placing on the market.
Draft standard EN 13445-14 takes shape
The DIN 8743 system of indicators has been transferred to the European standard EN 415-11:2021. A piece of cake? Not at all!
Determination of machine-related power consumption of pressure metal die casting machines
Together with experts from the member companies, the VDMA Textile Machinery promotes standardisation projects in the industry.
Energy efficiency of refrigeration systems - Part 9: Sorption refrigeration systems
On 24 November 2021, the kick-off event of the new VDMA project will take place online.Climate change is one of the key global challenges facing industry and society. Companies contribute significantly to anthropogenic climate change directly through site-related emissions, but also indirectly through emissions associated with energy purchases, as well as those that occur in the upstream and downstream value chain. Securing long-term competitiveness and adapting to the tightening political framework conditions are becoming drivers for greenhouse gas emission reductions and the gradual adaptation of new business models for companies across industries and regardless of their size.
Dr. Magnus Janicki Convenor for another three years
Surface technology - Spray booths - Safety requirements
In future, the digital product passport is to include all important environmental and material data of a product along its entire life cycle. VDMA sees opportunities and challenges in this concept and calls for the involvement of the industry.
OPC UA for Weihenstephan Standards
Here you will find the current status of CEN and ISO standards.
This article reveals which safety standards are currently being worked on.
Basic procedure for drawing up VDMA Specifications.
The VDMA specification document 8747:2021-09 serves as a guideline for the preparation of packaging foil specifications for the production of blister packs for pharmaceutical products on thermoforming, filling and sealing machines (so-called blister machines) under the criterion of machine runability.
Energy efficiency of refrigeration systems - Part 7: Control, energy management and efficient operation
Operational requirements for refrigeration systems - Part 1: Ammonia refrigeration systems
Here you can download the latest publications and information on hygienic and aseptic packaging machines.
On 11 May 2021, the spring meeting of the VDMA Forum Packmittel on the topic of circular economy and sustainable packaging took place as part of a web meeting.
A new implementing decision *) on the harmonized standards for machinery in support of Directive 2006/42/EC has been published in the Official Journal of the EU.
The EU Commission published the draft of the new EU Regulation Machinery in 2021. The main elements are described below.
The accompanying guide to VDMA standard sheet 24364 is available in several languages.
The publications on the subject of fire protection and smoke extraction of the Air Pollution Control Department can be found here.
We keep you up to date.
Work on a new DIN series of standards for plastic gears is in full swing.
VDMA Working Group Additive Manufacturing launches OPC UA activity
The Federal Environment Agency (UBA) presents new findings on the detection of legionella in evaporative cooling systems and cooling towers in two publications.
The RoHS Directive is extremely comprehensive. With our navigation aid, we want to provide more clarity, especially on the subject of substance restrictions.
The VDMA Publication No. 14 "Code of practice - external sterilisation of packaging materials" has undergone a regular revision and is available for free download.
ISO/TS 10300-20:2021, Calculation of scuffing load capacity of bevel gears to be reviewed related to its timeliness and utilization.
Hygiene requirements for the production and aseptic filling of beverage products - Analytic process control
In July 2019, the Air Pollution Control department began developing a Companion Specification for "process air extraction and filtration systems". The aim is to develop a standardized interface for data exchange between process air extraction and filtration systems with each other, with upstream machines, with supporting systems or with higher-level production systems in a manufacturer- and platform-independent communication network.
ISO 6336-5:2016 "Load capacity calculation of spur and helical gears - Part 5: Strength and material qualities" available as manuscript translation.
Do you actually know all the services of our association that are important to you? Whether online, in writing or in person: Our range of services is as diverse as our industry - here you will find an overview.
Do you actually know all the services of our association that are important to you? Whether online, in writing or in person: Our range of services is as diverse as our industry - here you will find an overview.
Do you actually know all the services of our association that are important to you? Whether online, in writing or in person: Our range of services is as diverse as our industry - here you will find an overview.
This VDMA Specification contains two approaches for determining the yield of tablet presses. The (total) yield of tablet presses is distinguished from the technical yield of tablet presses.
We have received new information that certification is waivable for certain exports to Saudi Arabia.
New VDMA standard sheet submitted
The new edition of the VDMA publication No. 12 and the first edition of the VDMA publication No. 17 are now also available in an English language version.
Trade association publication 17 explains how to carry out and evaluate microbiological procedures for sterile and stand tests when commissioning hygienic filling machines (VDMA hygiene classes IV and V).
This guide provides a practical overview of the microbiological safety tests commonly used for hygienic filling machines of classes IV and V according to VDMA.
The EC directives (NAWID, MID), laws (MessEG), ordinances (MessEV) and standards (EN 45501) relevant for weighing instruments expressly permit the exclusive display of the mandatory data Max (maximum load), Min (minimum load), e (calibration value) and d (scale interval) for d ≠ e on the display.
Following a revision, the current standard sheet VDMA 24177:2020-05 "Mechanical smoke and heat exhaust ventilators for smoke extraction from buildings in the event of fire" is now available.
VDMA position paper on the classification of gearboxess and geared motors under the Machinery Directive revised.
The DAkkS has currently stopped the on-site assessments. These will be replaced by remote assessments.
The Standardization Committee for Valves (NAA) is the central platform in the German Institute for Standardization (DIN) for the standardization of industrial and building valves.
Stationary size reduction machines for waste and recyclable materials - Safety requirements
The maintenance of technical systems and equipment in buildings serves to maintain the target condition and availability. It is the basis for safe, hygienic and efficient system operation.
Prohibition of R404A refrigerant dryers and guide for operators, retailers and service providers published
VDMA Specification 6299:2019-09 "Methods for the Emission Monitoring ...
44th BImSchV published in the Federal Law Gazette - Supplementary VDMA Standard Sheet 6299 completed
The question is: What applies to plastic materials for food for infants?
The safety manual contains important information on how to operate concrete delivery and placing machines safely, properly and economically. It is available in 29 languages. The manual is updated once a year and is published by the Construction – Equipment and Plant Engineering Association.
The database "VDMA Specifications" contains the full text of the VDMA Specifications.
Presentations from the VDMA Info Day of the same name with basic information for GMP beginners.
G3 Flyer and "Guide To Understanding Machine Vision Standards" - available for free download.
The VDMA has compiled an "Oil & Gas, Petrochem Market Overview Malaysia" package. The package provides an overview of the structure and key players in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemistry industry in Malaysia. It covers the onshore and offshore sectors, the gas market and the petrochemical industry. Also included is the VDMA AGENTS List for Process Technology in Malaysia & Singapore. The sources are official publications by state authorities and industry agencies as well as a trade press article from 2017.
Consumer products usually consist of many individual parts assembled together to form a product. IAS ensure that products remain affordable and meet the high-quality demands of the customers, there is the AS. Automation in production is an important pillar of our economic success.
The new edition of the brochure can be found here.
What is HACCP? What does HACCP mean for mechanical engineering? The term Critical Control Point (CCP) is particularly misleading in practice. This FAQ article clarifies the terminology and gives hints for further information.
The VDMA flyer "42nd BImSchV in painting technology" provides information on the obligations that the 42nd BImSchV places on operators of painting systems.
The VDMA Standard Sheet 15390 Part 2 deals with the application of compressed air in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
The standard sheet provides information on how to optimize the energy efficiency of refrigeration systems and cooling processes in industry and how to influence them by complying with maintenance specifications.
How are official statistics structured? Can comments to the headings be found?
Overview of the DIN and ISO standardization committees and standards in the Power Transmission Engineering Association.
The inspection of technical systems and equipment in buildings primarily serves to record the actual condition and enables a comparison with the target condition. Weak points can be identified.
European standardization for burglary resistance products within CEN/TC 263 "Secure storge of cash, valuables and data media"
In shipbuilding, classification societies check the safety suitability of ship and equipment, such as engines and components, on the basis of their own technical regulations.
Are you a machine manufacturer? Please help us: The number and quality of VDMA 66413 characteristic value libraries and software tool interfaces is to be further improved. Please send us your user feedback. The short questionnaire is available for download.
The Republic of India impresses in many ways.
The Normenausschuss Schweißtechnik (NAS) – German Welding Standards Committee is the central platform within the Deutsche Institut für Normung (DIN) - German Institute for Standardisation (DIN) for the national standardisation of technical welding products.
Modern waste and recycling technology can not only be found in traditional waste processing centers and waste sorting plants. Warehouse operators and distribution centers are increasingly focusing on solutions and technologies for economical waste disposal.
China, India, Japan, America, Brazil or Singapore: Our VDMA liaison offices abroad will help you with your involvement in the most important foreign markets.
Here you can find the current list of standardization committees responsible for the field of fluid power with the respective chairs.
The standard sheet VDMA 24188, published with the issue date June 2011, has recently been translated. The standard sheet entitled "Smoke protection measures in stairwells - Smoke evacuation, smoke dilution, smoke control" is now available in both German and English.
This is where important standards for the weighing industry are developed.
VDMA 24247-3 "Guidelines for improving energy efficiency in cold stores" provides practical assistance for improving the energy efficiency of cold stores and deep-freeze warehouses.
VDMA 24020-4:2011-06 ""Refrigeration systems with carbon dioxide (CO2 - R744)" supports operators and provides recommendations for the safe operation of refrigeration systems with the refrigerant carbon dioxide.
VDMA 24247-8 "Components - Heat exchangers" deals with the components heat exchangers for refrigeration and air conditioning systems as well as heat pumps with a focus on the correct selection.
We have updated the Patentschau for you since January 2017. Subscription is free of charge and, since the update, enables direct access to information from the German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DMPA) such as disclosure documents.
ECLASS is the cross-industry data standard for the classification and description of products and services and has established itself as an ISO/IEC standard-compliant industry standard.
On July 19, 2016, the Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC was bindingly replaced by the "new" Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU, adapted to the new European legal framework. The interpretation of the newly introduced terms "risk assessment" and "risk analysis" has repeatedly given rise to discussions in practice.
The specialist department for refrigeration and heat pump technology has published numerous VDMA standard specification sheets on the subject of refrigeration and heat pump technology in German and English.
Successful image processing projects - know how! With this series of guidelines, system integrators have the right tools for the job.
Info day/workshop Functional Safety - New, standardized characteristic value libraries for mechanical engineering and application in calculation tools for safety functions. Documents for the DOWNLOAD
For professional leak testing, it is necessary to formulate the leak tightness requirements for refrigeration systems, i.e. to specify permissible leakage rates and to define expertise.
VDMA 24391 defines requirements for the quality and operation of plasma surface treatment systems.
The VDMA Surface Technology Department organizes working groups on industry topics based on the needs of its member companies.
Many factors must be taken into account when planning and installing new or expanding existing high-purity gas supply systems. The VDMA standard sheets provide comprehensive information.
High purity gas supply installations are designed to provide each individual point of use with the particular gas via a pipeline network.
The AMG trade association is the sponsor of a series of VDMA standard sheets for the area of house and building automation
VDMA 24365 specifies the general legal requirements for the inspection of surface technology systems.
The VDMA standard sheet "Blasting technology - Applications, processes and systems" defines industry terms and provides an overview of blasting technology.
Manufacturers must provide operating instructions for painting systems in accordance with Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex I, 1.7.4. The standard sheet specifies the required contents.
