New report from the US Government Accountability Office recommends that the FCC review RF exposure limits and SAR test requirements for mobile phones

The US Government Accountability Office (GAO) has recommended to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that a new review should be conducted into the amount of radio frequency absorbed by the body during mobile phone usage.

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Vincenzo Lucà is new press spokesman for TÜV SÜD

Vincenzo Lucà has reinforced the Corporate Communications division of TÜV SÜD since early July 2012. In his capacity as press spokesman, 44-year-old Lucà is part of the team led by division manager Matthias Andreesen Viegas. He is responsible for media relations for the Mobility segment of Germany's largest technical inspection service company, which returns sales of around EUR 600 million, or 35 per cent of TÜV SÜD's total sales. Lucà covers topics including roadworthiness inspections, driving tests, damage and valuation reports, used vehicle and fleet management, e-mobility and a range of further future-oriented technologies including comprehensive engineering services for road and rail traffic.

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Euro-6 Standard for commercial vehicles: Picking up initial experiences

The new exhaust emissions standard Euro 6 will come into effect for all newly registered commercial vehicles throughout Europe from 2014. This new law focuses particularly on soot particles and nitrogen oxides. However, vehicles will cost more and their fuel consumption will rise if incorrect driving methods are used; fleet managers are responding by putting the brakes on investment. TÜV SÜD can sound the all-clear: the experts recommend adding Euro 6 vehicles to fleets now to allow fleet managers to gain experience with them at an early stage and thus increase efficiency over the long term. Fuel consumption, carbon emissions and cost-effectiveness are also hot topics at TÜV SÜD's debut appearance at IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hanover from 20 to 27 September.

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TÜV SÜD performs assessments under the BREEAM DE standard

At the Expo Real trade show held in Munich from 8 - 10 October 2012, TÜV SÜD will present TÜV SÜD SCoRE, a comprehensive suite of due diligence services for building investors, developers and owners and carbon balance solutions for buildings. This year TÜV SÜD's presence at the trade show will concentrate on certification under the new BREEAM DE standard (Hall C1, Stand 212).

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e-miglia 2012: "Tighter time specifications made the rally even tougher"

The two TÜV SÜD teams that entered in the 2012 e-miglia achieved great results – with a little support from the Chinese. They took second and third places in the world's most challenging rally for electric vehicles, crossing the finishing line yesterday in the Swiss city of St. Moritz. The results deliver clear proof that the TÜV SÜD engineers are thoroughly familiar with the ins and outs of e-mobility. The winners of the 2012 e-miglia were Team Haslreiter / LG Solar – and electromobility itself. The 20 competing teams mastered the tougher conditions in the e-miglia, now in its third year, with flying colours. As Louise Zhu from TÜV SÜD's battery test laboratory in China commented, "It's very impressive to see how the vehicles handle the tour so well."

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Fuel consumption is key success factor in logistics

Fuel accounts for up to 45 per cent of the total life-cycle cost of a truck, and is thus overall the largest individual cost item. Curbing fuel consumption is therefore one of the key parameters for improved efficiency and economic success. Given this, fuel consumption and carbon emissions are important criteria for Europe's leading field test of truck endurance, bestof9.eu. In the course of three years, nine trucks will cover a distance of over 3.24 million kilometres. TÜV SÜD supports this test as a technical partner. Consumption and carbon emissions will also be top themes of TÜV SÜD's premiere at the IAA Commercial Vehicles, held in Hanover between 20 and 27 September.

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TÜV SÜD uses market liberalization in Italy to expand its activities

TÜV SÜD is significantly expanding its activities in the testing and inspection of steam boilers and pressure vessels in Italy. After the expiry of the state's monopoly on testing and inspection, the international service provider has already obtained accreditation as a Notified Body in 13 regions. Given this, in future TÜV SÜD will also be able to provide single-source services to companies that operate throughout Italy.

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TÜV SÜD: Shattered? Three tips in the case of windscreen damage

Damage to car windows is not a rare occurrence, particularly when drivers are en route to holiday destinations. Suddenly, far away from their familiar garage at home, they are faced with the decision of replacing, repairing – or simply driving on. It all depends on the damage, say the experts at TÜV SÜD, and provide tips on the right reaction.

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People & Technology – Issue 3/2012

For most of us, taking the car to work, shopping or on holiday is an everyday occurrence. While there were only 71 private cars for every 1000 people in the West Germany of the 1960s, that figure has today risen to 500. But even though driving is now part of our daily routines, there are still many situations in which care is imperative. In this issue the experts at TÜV SÜD explain the effects that medication may have on your driving, advise on safe driving with age, and provide tips for travelling on holiday with children.

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Functional Safety Course: Receive an official TÜV SÜD certificate confirming your status as a Functional Safety Professional

TÜV SÜD in Germany developed one of the first certified functional safety courses in 1999. The objective was and still is to train in the fundamental principles of functional safety and to certify their competence. As one of the global leaders in testing and certification of products and personnel, TÜV SÜD are well placed to certify the competence of personnel through their audited schemes.

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TÜV SÜD PSB Thailand Announces the Launch of New Automotive Test Laboratory

TÜV SÜD, a leading international service organization catering to the strategic business segments of industry, mobility and certification, announces the launch of its new automotive testing laboratory in Thailand Science Park. The new laboratory will focus on the testing of automotive components including tires and wheels while supporting local Thai and regional automotive businesses produce safe vehicles cost-effectively with sustainable quality- all the way from reviewing initial designs, providing engineering expertise on functional safety and homologation assistance.

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TÜV SÜD: Training of truck drivers has top priority!

While heavy-duty transport is booming, there is an acute shortage of truck drivers. Higher training requirements are one of the reasons. TÜV SÜD supports logistics companies in planning the training and offers a programme comprising all the required training courses. The training of truck drivers is only one of the topics of TÜV SÜD's premiere at the IAA Commercial Vehicles to take place between 20 and 27 September in Hanover. Further priority topics include innovative concepts for vehicle fleets, commercial vehicles and cost-effectiveness.

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TÜV SÜD acquires UK renewable energy specialists Project Management Support Services Limited (PMSS)

TÜV SÜD has acquired UK Project Management Support Services Limited (PMSS), continuing its growth strategy in the field of renewable energy. PMSS has resources of 70 staff and a revenue of almost 8 Mio. Euros in 2011 and offers comprehensive consulting services to wind-turbine owners, manufacturers and investors.

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