NIS2, October 2026: demonstrable security measures
For NIS entities included in 2025, basic measures must be adopted within 18 months of ACN communication. What documentary evidence can help.
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Loris Angeloni is Chief Revenue Officer at Certiblok and has spent years working with manufacturing and chemical companies on the documents required by European regulations. He focuses on the EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230, safety data sheets and REACH/CLP, the Digital Product Passport, the Drinking Water Directive and audit and inspection readiness.
Areas of expertise
- EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230
- Safety data sheets (SDS)
- REACH and CLP
- Digital Product Passport
- Audits and inspections
Signed articles
Vendor audit: how to share documents without security risks
Managing vendor audits often involves sharing sensitive documents. Using company credentials to grant access is an unnecessary risk. Solutions exist that allow for maximum transparency and control, without compromising the security of your data.
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Drinking water contact materials: what DWD changes for manufacturers from 2027
The Drinking Water Directive (EU) 2020/2184 introduces stringent new requirements for materials in contact with drinking water. From 2027, manufacturers must ensure detailed, traceable documentation, modifying processes and archives. This article explores the documentation obligations and practical implications.
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SDS repropagation obligation: what REACH Article 31 requires
REACH Regulation Article 31 imposes precise obligations for the transmission and update of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) along the supply chain. Understanding these responsibilities is crucial to avoid penalties and ensure safety.
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Machine Regulation 2027: Your Machine Is Worth Less Than You Think (And It's Not For Technical Reasons)
The new Machine Regulation 2027 (EU 2023/1230) doesn't mandate digital documentation, but it fundamentally changes how machine documentation must remain accessible over time. This shift reveals a hidden value not reflected in pricing: your machine's perceived worth might be lower, not due to its technical specs, but because of how its documentation is delivered and maintained post-sale.
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REACH Safety Data Sheets: How Management is Changing the Chemical Sector
Effective REACH Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management is crucial for chemical companies. Non-compliance, particularly regarding timely delivery and updates, poses significant legal and operational risks. Many companies struggle to prove customer receipt of correct SDS versions due to manual processes.
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Digital instructions and QR codes on machines: what Article 10 requires
Art. 10(7) of the Machinery Regulation allows digital instructions under specific conditions. Here they are, and how a QR code on the machine helps manage them.
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Safety Data Sheets (SDS): How to Share Them Securely and Compliantly
Sharing Safety Data Sheets (SDS) securely and compliantly is crucial for businesses handling chemicals. Traditional methods are often inadequate, lacking security, traceability, and a tracked record of delivery and receipt. Regulations like REACH and CLP demand up-to-date, accessible SDS, along with proof of distrib
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Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC vs Regulation 2023/1230: the differences
What changes when moving from Directive 2006/42/EC to Regulation (EU) 2023/1230: a point by point comparison with article references.
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Digital Product Passport: What Companies Need to Know About Regulation (EU) 2024/1781
Under Regulation (EU) 2024/1781, digital product passports become mandatory only for product groups covered by delegated acts, applicable at least 18 months after adoption. Batteries have a separate obligation from 18 February 2027.
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Machinery Regulation: manufacturer checklist before 20 January 2027
An operational checklist to reach 20 January 2027: classification, requirements, documentation, digital instructions and substantial modifications.
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Automatic File Versioning in Certiblok: Version Comparison for Internal Audits in EU Mechanical SMEs 2023/1230
Automatic file versioning is a key requirement for managing internal audits in mechanical SMEs subject to EU Regulation 2023/1230. Certiblok tracks, compares, and demonstrates every document modification.
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