Structural steel components and kits placed on the EU market under the Construction Products Regulation must be CE marked under EN 1090-1, with a Declaration of Performance covering load-bearing characteristics. CEProCon helps fabricators and steelwork contractors implement the required factory production control (FPC) system, manage welding certification, and prepare compliant technical documentation.
Applicable Harmonised Standard: EN 1090-1
EN 1090-1 is the harmonised standard covering the CE marking of structural steel and aluminium components and kits. It defines the requirements for factory production control (FPC), welding execution, and the assessment of essential characteristics such as load-bearing capacity, fatigue resistance, and fire resistance. Compliance with EN 1090-1 is mandatory before a structural component can carry the CE mark and be placed on the EU market.
AVCP System: System 2+
Most structural steel products fall under Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance (AVCP) System 2+. This means the manufacturer is responsible for product testing and the declaration of performance, while a notified certification body audits and certifies the factory production control system on an ongoing basis. CEProCon coordinates this process with the notified body on your behalf.
Documentation and Testing Requirements
Manufacturers of structural steel components need a robust FPC system covering material traceability, welding procedures qualified to EN ISO 3834, and welder/operator certification. Testing must establish the declared values for load-bearing characteristics, and these values feed directly into the Declaration of Performance and CE marking. CEProCon helps you set up FPC documentation, prepare for notified body audits, and ensure your DoP and CE label reflect the correct declared performance.
Not sure how to interpret EN 1090-1 in detail? See our guide on how to read and interpret a harmonised standard. And if you’re unsure whether your product needs CE marking at all, check does my product need CE marking? for a quick overview. For broader support, our Technical File & Declaration of Performance Preparation and CPR Compliance Audit & Gap Analysis services cover the full compliance picture.
Need help achieving CE marking under EN 1090-1 for your structural steel products? CEProCon supports steel fabricators with FPC system setup, welding certification coordination, notified body liaison, and full CPR documentation packages.