Open Evening for a tour of our Environmental test facilities

Join us at our complimentary open evening to see and experience our comprehensive environmental test facilities on the 10th November 2015.

Held at our purpose built test facilities in Fareham we will be providing live demonstrations of the conditions our climatic and mechanical test equipment can simulate. Our expert staff will be on hand to explain the processes involved and highlight how testing can not only help manufacturers with product compliance but also make sure that products can survive the environments for which they are intended.

This is a good opportunity for you to see first hand how products can be tested, gain an understanding of the importance of testing, see our state of the art facilities and also have the opportunity to get together with other attendees and our experts.

Date: 10th November 2015 - Fareham, Hampshire - BOOK HERE

Time: 6.00pm - 8.30pm

EMC Confidence / Product Screening Checks

Are you importing, distributing or selling electrical products? If so you may well be legally responsible for product compliance and CE marking.

That’s where we can help, EMC is a key part of the mandatory CE marking process in Europe and moreover a product with poor EMC performance may give you an unprecedented level of returns and reflect badly on your company image and reputation. That’s why our confidence / product screening services are invaluable. We can carry out a rudimental risk assessment and conduct confidence testing with results presented in an easy to read, traffic light style, report indicating performance level to help you decide your next steps.

For more information click here.

Free Webinar; Introduction to the physical agents Directive (EMF)

Join TÜV SÜD Product Service for Introduction to the Physical Agents Directive (EMF) on Tuesday 29th September 2015 at 2pm.

The Physical Agents Directive (EMF) 2013/35/EU is one of a number of Directives that introduces measures to encourage improvements in the safety and health of workers at work across the EU, specifically regarding the exposure of workers to the risks arising from electromagnetic fields.

Member State legislation is due by 1 July 2016 therefore industries have time to consider their health & safety arrangements and prepare/update their policies and procedures to comply with the PAD (EMF). Technically the PAD (EMF) adopts guidance from the international body ICNIRP but has some different approaches. A ‘Practical Guide’ will be produced to assist with meeting the PAD (EMF) but is not yet issued so in the meantime we will look at the PAD (EMF) requirements and their expected implementation.

To find out more and to register for the webinar, please click here.

FREE Machinery Safety Essentials Workshops

Machinery Safety Essentials Workshop -
half-day workshop

Dates and Locations:   

22nd September 2015 - Billingham - BOOK HERE
20th October 2015 - Fareham - BOOK HERE

Price: Free

Time: 9am - 1pm

This workshop will provide you with an overview of the essential machinery safety requirements that affects any involved in the purchasing, operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
Topics covered will include:

• An introduction to the Machinery Directive
• An overview of the PUWER Regulations
• The principles of Electrical Machinery Safety
• Safety Related Control Systems & Functional Safety
• Q&A and Lunch

Does your device require a wireless module? join our webinar for an overview of wireless module integration

http://www.tuv-sud.co.uk/uk-en/resource-centre/webinars/registration/wireless-module-integration This webinar will present an overview of Wireless Module Integration and what you need to be aware of for European (CE marking) and North American compliance. With the increase in use of wireless modules in all kinds of device understanding this subject area has never been more important. The webinar will cover - what are wireless modules, regulatory requirements when integrating wireless modules (Europe, FCC and Industry Canada) and common issues (things to be aware of). Join us on Thursday 27th August 3pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- EXPERT PROFILE: Michael Lowry Michael Lowry is a Commercial Manager at TÜV SÜD Product Service with almost 20 years experience in wireless compliance, covering multiple product types. He has extensive knowledge of the R&TTE Directive, Marine Equipment Directive, FCC and Industry Canada rules.

IEC 60601-1-2:2014 now added to our UKAS accreditation

In February 2014, the IEC published IEC 60601-1-2:2014, edition 4.0 for Medical EMC, there are a number of significant changes in the 4th edition including new immunity requirements and for the first time risk management must be considered. For more information and to find out how we can help you ensure your medical electrical equipment complies with the 4th edition, email info@tuv-sud.co.uk

Book now for our Introduction to the EMC Directive Training Course on the 17th September

Introduction to the EMC Directive - one-day course

 

17th September 2015 - Fareham - BOOK HERE - http://www.tuv-sud.co.uk/uk-en/activity/training-people-certification/introduction-to-the-emc-directive

The European Union Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2004/108/EC requires manufacturers and suppliers of equipment to comply with essential regulatory requirements before the equipment is placed on the market or taken into service. Compliance prevents interference with radio reception for example and ensures adequate immunity of the electrical and electronic equipment to electromagnetic noise within the environment.

Equipment comprises Apparatus and Fixed Installations. Apparatus (electrical/electronic products within the scope of the EMC Directive) must carry CE Marking.

Fixed Installations comprise particular combinations of permanently installed apparatus. Since 20 July 2007 there are now legal EMC requirements for new or modified fixed installations such as appointing a Responsible Person to hold technical documentation demonstrating the application of good engineering practices.

A new EMC Directive 2014/30/EU will be transposed by April 2016 and introduces new responsibilities for ‘economic operators’ i.e. manufacturers, importers and distributors to improve market surveillance. Notified Body operation will also be revised.

This course provides an overview of manufacturers and suppliers responsibilities and how they are discharged explaining the differing requirements for apparatus and fixed installations and the compilation of Technical Documentation.