TÜV SÜD, a leading provider of testing, inspection and certification solutions, conducted a two-day energy efficiency forum in Beijing. Technical experts from government, science and research institutions, enterprises and TÜV SÜD had an in-depth discussion on improving energy efficiency and reducing emissions in the industry and construction. The National Climate Change Strategy Research and International Cooperation Center, China Industry Energy Conservation and Clean Production Association, Chinese Society for Urban Studies Green Building Research Center, and Professor from Tsinghua University, Tongji University, and Harbin Institute of Technology attended the forum.
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Significant faults in coaches and buses have risen slightly by 1.5 per cent throughout all age categories compared to last year.This is the conclusion of the 2012 TÜV Bus Report which VdTÜV, the association of German TÜV organizations, presented at a press conference in Berlin today. According to TÜV SÜD, inadequate servicing and maintenance is the number one cause for this rise in significant faults, as shown, for example, by lighting problems identified in one in five vehicles.However, in spite of these figures buses remain a safe means of transport as the number of buses that fail the roadworthiness test remains at a consistently low level.
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Cars have long been powered by more than petrol and diesel. Gas drives are becoming increasingly important, as are hybrid vehicles and start/stop systems. While all these new technologies are suitable for use in winter, some aspects must still be observed. TÜV SÜD has a number of tips for motorists who rely on alternative drive systems and fuels.
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TÜV SÜD has won a contract tendered by Siemens Wind Power to test 30 wind turbines in the North Sea. The contract covers component testing in accordance with the German Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health (Betriebssicherheitsverordnung, BetrSichV),and is the first tangible result of a framework contract concluded in July that governs the testing of offshore facilities over the next years.
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Having experienced a sustained increase in demand for vibration and shock testing of large aerospace systems, particularly at high levels of vibration, TÜV SÜD Product Service is investing in a new large vibration shaker. This investment will cement TÜV SÜD Product Service’s position as the UK’s leading environmental testing laboratory.
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New Delhi, November 1, 2012: The Asia Pacific Conference (APK) of German Business has returned to India after almost two decades. The conference will focus on partnership in innovation and sustainability of businesses in Asia. Dr. Axel Stepken, Chairman of the Board of Management, TÜV SÜD AG will share global trends on quality management and supply chain security during one of the panel discussions.
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Gurgaon, October 31, 2012: TÜV SÜD South Asia is expanding its footprint in India with its 11th laboratory in the country. The lab, spreading across four levels and equipped with the latest technology, will offer holistic testing, inspection and certification services for the food, chemical, textiles, leather and hardlines sectors under one roof.
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