On March 15, 2025, European CEN released EN 81-40:2025 Safety Rules for Lifting Platforms (Accessible Lifting Platforms, Home Lifting Platforms), implemented in EU on September 1, 2025. Core updates:

1. Safety strengthening: Anti-fall, anti-pinch, anti-overload, emergency stop, emergency descent function upgraded, redundant safety system;

2. Energy efficiency requirements: Energy feedback, intelligent standby, low-power design, standby energy consumption reduced by 45%, level 2 energy efficiency;

3. Cybersecurity: Smart lifting platforms included in CRA supervision, data encryption, authorized access, vulnerability disclosure;

4. Accessibility design: Improving braille, voice, wheelchair space, emergency call standards, aging-friendly design;

5. Test methods: Unified specifications for safety, energy efficiency, cybersecurity test, clear qualification judgment standards;

6. Old renovation: Existing lifting platforms complete safety upgrade by 2028, non-compliant equipment stopped;

7. Certification: Must CE certified, affix mark, comply with EN standards. The standard unifies EU lifting platform safety technical requirements.