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Notice for Manufacturers of battery operated intrinsically safe equipment
Notice for Manufacturers of battery operated intrinsically safe equipment – updating to the new edition of the intrinsic safety standard Battery Testing for IEC 60079-11:2023 Edition 7 Following the publication of the latest edition of the international standard for equipment protection by intrinsic safety “i” (IEC 60079-11:2023 Edition 7), manufacturers of products with certification
UKEX Update – November 2022
On the 14th of November 2022 the UK government announced a further update to the legislation amendment on UKCA requirements for our industry. This latest update pushes the implementation date back a further two years to the end of 2024. You can find the announcement here.
Update on UK legislation amendment – delay in process
On the 20th of June 2022, the UK government announced changes to legislation that they propose to implement to simplify the requirements for manufacturers placing product on to the UK market. A summary of those changes is provided in the document below. UKCA Update – October 2022 If you have any questions or would like
Comparison of encapsulation and powder filled methods of protection
For an interesting read on the comparison of encapsulation and powder filled methods of protection, follow the link to an article written by CML’s Technical and Commercial Consultant, Dave Stubbings: Eurofins E&E CML article in Hazardex October 2022
5 Steps to Faster Certification
Eurofins CML is the world market leader for ATEX and IECEx certifications for potentially explosive facilities. We can guide you through even the most complex certification requirements, saving you time and money in the Ex certification process. In addition to ATEX and IECEx certifications, we also issue UKEX (UK), JPNEx (Japan) and MET (North America)
Certification – what are your options?
When it comes to certification, working with the right Certification Body is essential. Whether you require a new product to be certified or have a certificate variation that you need to complete promptly, Eurofins E&E CML can help. Our engineers are experienced, responsive, and helpful, and our laboratory is well equipped to complete the testing
UKCA Update – June 2022
An important update to the UKCA requirements has been announced by the UK government this week. Please read our article below on these changes and how they may affect your existing ATEX and UKEX certification.
Our New IP Website Launches
Eurofins CML has launched a dedicated website for Ingress Protection, providing all of the essential information and guidance you need for the test requirements against ingress of solid bodies, dust, and water. The site also includes a new, simple tool to determine your IP rating. Click here to find out more. Eurofins CML is fully
UKCA Deadline Delay
The UK government has extended the deadline for UKCA marking of products by 1 year, now to the 1st January 2023. HM Government Press Release – 24th August 2021 BUSINESSES GIVEN MORE TIME TO APPLY NEW PRODUCT SAFETY MARKING • Businesses will have an extra year to start using the UKCA marking, the new product safety marking in the UK. • This
UKCA Step by Step Guide
Please click the links below to find out more information regarding UKCA marking, a UKCA step by step guide and a UKNI step by step guide. UKCA Step By Step Guide Using UKCA Marking UKNI Step By Step Guide