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Sigma Group Modulbox MB SV – all models safety warning over a strangulation risk
Product Safety Report for a Sigma Group Modulbox MB SV – all models presenting a health risk.
Take it off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
5 identifiers listed for this notice.
Sigma Group Modulbox MB SV – all models
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- Modulbox MB 20
- 30
- 40
- 50
- 60 SV
What to do now
Sigma Group Modulbox MB SV – all models could strangle a child: cords, straps or gaps could tighten around the neck.
- Take it off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now.
- Do not tie the cord up out of the way; remove it or stop using the item.
- Because the product was found unsafe on an online marketplace, use the platform’s order page to contact the seller.
- If you cannot reach the seller, Trading Standards can be told through Citizens Advice.
Why it matters. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
If someone has been hurt
Get help urgently
- a child who has been caught by the neck, even if they seem fine afterwards — call 999 or go to A&E
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Getting your money back
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection.
If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2507-0148). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for a Sigma Group Modulbox MB SV – all models presenting a health risk.
The risk
Product instructions do not include adequate instructions for installation, specifically, the requirement for ducting extracted air to outside. When used in accordance with the instructions without being ducted to outside, the machine does not effectively control exposure to hazardous substances generated during the intended use of the machine, including respirable dust. This is of particular concern when used to control dust generated by processing materials containing respirable crystalline silica (RCS). Exposure to RCS poses a serious health risk.
This product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Action taken
Withdrawal of the product from the market. Modification programme.
Advice to consumers
Withdrawal of the product from the market. Modification programme.
The manufacturer Tekno Filtering s.r.l.s. have stopped supply in GB until the machine instructions are updated and brought into compliance. The GB supplier Stone and Glass Group Limited has also stopped supply.
The GB supplier will contact existing customers to provide additional information regarding the installation of ducting with this machine. Customer contact: service@stoneandglassgroup.co.uk
Users of these machines should ensure that they are ducted to outside when used to control exposure to substances hazardous to health or use other equally effective measures.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2507-0148
Notified by: Health and Safety Executive
Product description
A water backed booth LEV system designed to capture and filter dust produced during stone processing.
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Questions
Why has Sigma Group Modulbox MB SV – all models been reported?
Sigma Group Modulbox MB SV – all models could strangle a child: cords, straps or gaps could tighten around the neck. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Take it off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now. Do not tie the cord up out of the way; remove it or stop using the item.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection. If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
