Testing of chainsaws

Machines in Europe must comply with the essential health and safety requirements of the EU Machinery Directive, and for a chainsaw covered by Annex IV of the Machinery Directive, additional requirements apply. SMP is accredited to perform EU-type examinations and testing in this area.

SMP is accredited by SWEDAC and, as a notified body and testing laboratory, has been conducting chainsaw testing in this field for 25 years. However, chainsaw testing has been an active part of our operations since 1918. We participate at the EU level in the work of interpreting and revising harmonized standards for portable chainsaws for wood, and therefore have extensive expertise in this area.

Deliveries

In connection with an EU-type examination, we test and assess the machine, and the results are compiled in a test report. Typically, the manufacturer sends the chainsaw to SMP for testing according to a number of test procedures necessary to demonstrate that the saw meets all requirements. The requirements apply to chainsaws intended for forestry work or tree pruning, regardless of the power source.