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EU Artificial Intelligence Act (EU AI Act)
What is the EU AI Act?
The EU Artificial Intelligence Act is the world’s first comprehensive legal framework regulating the development, deployment, and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Its purpose is to ensure that AI systems placed on the EU market are safe, trustworthy, and respectful of fundamental rights.
The Act was adopted by the European Parliament on 13 March 2024 and will officially enter into force 20 days after its publication in the Official Journal of the EU, with a gradual implementation period until 2026.
📄 Legal Basis:
Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council laying down harmonised rules on Artificial Intelligence (Artificial Intelligence Act) and amending certain Union legislative acts.
🔗 Official text (Final compromise – English, EUR-Lex)
Who does it apply to?
The AI Act applies to:
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AI developers and providers based in or offering services to the EU
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Deployers and users of AI systems in both private and public sectors
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Importers and distributors of AI-based solutions
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Organizations using AI to make decisions that affect EU citizens
Risk-based classification and obligations
The Act introduces a four-level risk-based approach:
| Risk Level | Examples | Regulatory Approach |
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| Prohibited | Social scoring, subliminal manipulation | Completely banned |
| High-risk | AI in healthcare, recruitment, education, justice | Mandatory CE conformity assessment |
| Limited risk | Chatbots, deepfakes | Transparency obligations |
| Minimal risk | Spam filters, AI in video games | Unregulated use allowed |
High-risk systems must comply with strict obligations such as:
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Risk management and mitigation
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Logging and traceability
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Technical documentation and transparency
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Human oversight
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Registration in the EU AI Database
Implementation Timeline
| Year | Milestone |
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| 2024 | Transition period begins |
| 2025 | Rules apply to prohibited practices and foundation models |
| 2026 | Full enforcement for high-risk AI systems |
How we support you
KX Consulting Engineers offers full support for:
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Risk classification of AI systems under the EU AI Act
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Gap analysis and implementation roadmaps
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Documentation & compliance support
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Training of staff and responsible persons
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Integration with ISO frameworks (e.g. ISO/IEC 42001, ISO 27001)
📩 Contact us to assess the AI Act readiness of your organization or AI products.
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🆕 New EU Regulation 2024/3110 on Construction Products – What Changes from 2026?
The new EU Regulation 2024/3110 on construction products has been adopted, introducing significant changes to CE marking and compliance for manufacturers, importers, and distributors.
Effective Dates:
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In force since January 2025.
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Mandatory application from January 8, 2026, with transitional phases until 2032.
Key Changes:
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CE marking remains but now includes more technical and environmental information.
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Manufacturers must provide a Declaration of Performance (DoP) that includes:
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Technical characteristics (e.g., strength, thermal conductivity, fire resistance).
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Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data – e.g., CO₂ emissions, recyclability.
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Products will require a Digital Product Passport (DPP) and digital labeling (e.g., QR codes).
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Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) become essential for declared characteristics.
Who Is Affected:
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Manufacturers of all types of construction products (concrete, metals, insulation, ceramics, etc.).
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Importers and distributors within the EU.
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Public authorities, technical services, and designers involved in projects with environmental or quality criteria.
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Engineering firms specifying or using construction materials.
Next Steps:
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Review and update your technical declarations (DoP).
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Calculate LCA data according to EN 15804.
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Prepare or update your EPDs.
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Get ready to implement the Digital Product Passport (DPP).
How KX Consulting Engineers Can Assist You:
Our team specializes in the new regulation and offers services including:
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Preparation for CE marking and DoP.
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LCA studies and EPD creation.
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Technical documentation and compliance support.
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Guidance on DPP implementation and traceability.
📩 Contact us today to ensure your products remain market-ready.
You can access the final approved version here:
👉 New Construction Products Regulation 3110/2024 – EUR-Lex
This document forms the official legal basis for implementation across all EU Member States and will be essential for compliance, sustainability, and digitalization in the European construction sector.