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📅 EUnited Technical Days – 3-4 December 2024! 📅 EUnited aisbl Technical Days in Frankfurt have come to a successful close! The event was packed with vital discussions and updates that are driving the future of our industries. We were elated to see such strong engagement from our members, with over 60 participants attending the meetings! Here’s a glimpse at how the agenda unfolded: 3 Dec. ⚙️ Green Cleaning Working Group (WG) Industry experts from the met and had in-depth discussion on energy consumption limits required to achieve the prestigious Green Cleaning Label. ⚙️Vehicle Wash Systems Technical Committee  made progress toward advancing the first International Safety Standard for Vehicle Wash Systems. This initiative marks an important step in ensuring safety and consistency across the industry, setting a global benchmark for best practices. ⚙️Sustainability WG  focused on key areas such as Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence, Ecodesign and the Sustainability of Products, international and European standardisation, as well as the Right to Repair Directive. ⚙️The Environmental Committee, did an overview on Substances of very high concern, upcoming chemical updates PFAS regulation, environmental requirements (RoHS), Waste Framework and finally update on the postponement of Deforestation Regulation. 4 Dec. ⚙️ Municipal Equipment WG Technical experts from Municipal Equipment gathered to discuss waste collection and transportation management as well as safety requirements for road operation machinery.   ⚙️ Digital Transformation WG The meeting, moderated by Klaus-Dieter Axt (EUnited Executive Director), focused on the new European Cyber-Resilience Act (CRA). We were pleased to welcome Alexey Markert as our guest speaker and presenter. Alexey shared valuable insights into the Cyber Resilience Act. ⚙️ Machinery Regulation WG Thomas Kraus led discussions on topics including the Official Guide to the Application of the Machinery Directive, digital operating instructions for both B2B and B2C sectors, and the EU Declaration of Conformity. We were also joined online by Peter Broertjes, Policy Officer for Machinery & Equipment Policy at the European Commission (DG Grow), for a Q&A session. Mr. Broertjes addressed members’ questions related to the Cyber Resilience Act, providing clarity and guidance.   The EUnited annual Technical Days offers great insights into regulatory updates and standardisation efforts, driving innovation and collaboration across our sectors. We would like to thank VDMA for accommodating us for these two days with their meetings rooms and cafeteria. A big thank you to all the members who attended and actively participated. And a Special Thanks to: Peter Broertjes, Alexey Markert ,Thomas Kraus, Frank Diedrich, Frederik King, Emil Melchior Enggaard, Klaus-Dieter AXT & Svetlana Ratinova We look forward to seeing you again next year in Frankfurt! 🙌 #TechnicalDays #Innovation #Collaboration #Sustainability

The CEN/TC183 plenary meeting chaired Frank Diedrich (EUnited) took place at Standard Norge in Oslo, Norway on 21 November 2024 in conjunction with a strategy workshop the day before.     In this workshop, the participants defined the future standardisation trends for waste management in the areas of technology and services - safety and performance, digital transformation, automation and cyber security and environmental protection and sustainability. In this context, they also discussed how synergies between CEN/TC183 and ISO/TC297 can be used efficiently from a European perspective. The participants noted that cooperation with other TCs is becoming increasingly important, as many topics need to be standardised across TCs.     After the workshop, the participants visited one of the many local recycling stations in Oslo, where residents can drop off their recycling material quickly and easily. The symbols, which are already used in numerous Scandinavian municipalities, simplify the pre-sorting process there. This visit provided valuable insights into how innovative practices in waste management can inspire and inform future standardisation efforts. EUnited aisbl is proud to contribute to these important discussions and driving progress towards more sustainable and efficient waste management solutions across Europe. #EUnited #Wastemanagement #Safety #Sustainability #Recycling

💨🚗 EUnited Vehicle Wash Systems 🚗💨 Our EUnited aisbl Vehicle Wash Systems members are Europe's top manufacturers of vehicle washing systems. These forward-thinking companies are dedicated to establishing high standards for safety, sustainability, and quality in vehicle wash systems throughout Europe. 🌦 We are proud to support their efforts. 🌟 Learn more about this industry and its impact: https://bitly.cx/4x4JeT #EUnited #VehicleWashSystems #Innovation #Clean

EUnited aisbl Cleaning held its General Assembly 2024 hosted by Comac Spa in Verona, Italy. 🎆   It was a pleasure, and we are very thankful as EUnited to our member Comac for inviting and organising a common dinner and the Cleaning General Assembly in Verona. We are also thankful to all our members who took part. 🙌   We discussed and decided on the strategic goals and milestones for the upcoming years. The economic outlook for the cleaning markets is in general seen positive. Plans were made to streamline the association’s market statistics and to work on procedures to declare the environmental footprint of cleaning equipment. 🧼 ✨ We look forward to be seeing you at our next Cleaning General Assembly 👋 EUnited aisbl #GeneralAssembly #Comac #esg #environment #cleaning #networking

EUnited aisbl Cleaning attended the Cleantex Exhibition 2024, held from 16-18 October.   Representing EUnited Cleaning, our Managing Director Peter Hug and Technical Director Frederik King gathered experience on the only African exhibition dedicated solely for cleaning machines as part of an internal research project on the African market. They connected with industry leaders, shared valuable insights, and discussed the African market for cleaning machines.   The event was also an excellent opportunity for us to intensify our exchange with the South African cleaning service provider Cleaning Association of South Africa and National Contract Cleaners Association (NCCA).   EUnited aisbl #Cleantex2024 #Exhibitions #Cleaning #CASA #NCCA

It’s a wrap! What a great two days at our EUnited aisbl 20th Anniversary and General Assembly! 🌟 We celebrated this significant milestone at our new office space at Industrious Brussels, and brought together stakeholders from both the public and commercial sectors, including the EU Commission and Parliament. The occasion provided an excellent opportunity to reflect on our achievements and look ahead to the future of European industry. For those who missed it, here are some event highlights: ⚙️ Svenja Hahn, MEP (Renew Europe Group), gave an exciting lecture on "Deregulation, simplification, and cutting red-tape: priorities for a competitive Europe," emphasising ways to promote European industry. ⚙️ Georg Emil Riekeles, Associate Director of the European Policy Centre, highlighted ideas from the Draghi Report in his address "Towards a new industrial strategy." ⚙️ After the talks, we had a great evening of networking, walking dinner, and drinks. ⚙️ The General Assembly the next day was a success, fostering valuable debate and collaboration among members. ⚙️ Aurelio Lemos (Bucher) was elected Vice President representing the Municipal Equipment Sector. ⚙️ We welcome Rudi Rosenkamp (Aebi Schmidt) as the new President of EUnited and bid farewell to Michael Häusermann, thanking him for his great leadership over two mandates and decades. Special thanks to Svenja and Georg for celebrating with us our 20th Anniversary. We are excited at what lies ahead for EUnited! EUnited aisbl #20thAnniversary #Leadership #GeneralAssembly #Brussels2024

🌟 We are pleased to announce that Aurelio Lemos (Bucher Municipal) will join the management board of EUnited as Vice-President representing the Municipal Equipment Sector. And has also been confirmed chairman of the Municipal Equipment Sector. 🚛 Aurelio is currently Division President at Bucher Municipal. He replaces Rudi Rosenkamp, who is now the newly elected President of EUnited aisbl . 🌍 Originally from Spain, and currently based in Switzerland, Aurelio brings with him over 30 years of management experience across Europe and Overseas with Industrial Equipment and Machinery. He has been in his current role at Bucher Municipal since 2016. We would like to extend a very warm welcome to Aurelio and wish him the best of luck in his new board role. ✨

We are thrilled to welcome Rudi Rosenkamp as the newly elected President of EUnited aisbl! With 38 years of expertise in the Municipal Equipment industry and a strong dedication to our mission, we are convinced that Rudi will guide us towards a bright future. We also want to take a moment to offer our profound gratitude to Michael Häusermann for his outstanding leadership and dedication over his successful years as President. Michael has been a great champion for European companies, and his contributions throughout the years will have a lasting impact. We wish Rudi all the best in his new role, and extend our warm wishes to Michael in all his future endeavours. EUnited aisbl #Leadership #ThankYou #NewBeginnings #Brussels2024

On Rudi Rosenkamp, Head of Sales Global and a member of Aebi Schmidt Group Schmidt's Group Executive Board, shared his vision on the future of our industry during his concluding speech at EUnited's 20th Anniversary celebration on October 16. He emphasised the necessity of supporting midsize companies throughout Europe, as well as the need for coordination between EU politicians and producers to promote regional growth and employment retention. As Rudi stated, “EU politics and producers organised in EUnited must work together to keep the industry in Europe and available for the users in Europe, ensuring growth and keeping jobs and production in the region.” It was an evening to remember! EUnited aisbl #20thAnniversary #Leadership #GeneralAssembly #Brussels2024