Safety - European Standard BS EN 792-13

European Standard BS EN 792-13, set by independent authorities, defines the safe use of fastening systems. By CE marking all Paslode fastening systems manufactured for the UK and Europe, ITW Construction Products guarantee compliance to European regulations.

It is illegal for anyone (including ITW) to sell Paslode fastening tools in Europe without the CE mark.

The British & European standard BS EN 792-13 (Hand held non-electric power tools) safety requirements Part 13 relates to fastener driving tools.

BS EN 792-13 Item 7.2.1 a

Only those fasteners listed in the operating instructions may be used in the fastener driving tools

BS EN 792-13 Item 7.2.1 b

Only the main energy and the lubricants listed in the operating instructions may be used

BS EN 792-13 Item 7.2.5 a

Fastener driving tools operated by internal combustion shall only be used with dispensers for combustible gas which are listed in the operating instructions

The European Standard EN 792-13:2000 has the status of a British Standard. EN 792-13 only refers to pneumatic and gas fastening systems. It does not refer to cartridge or PAT fastening technology.