Safety Approval
CE Marking
Using the Conformity Discovery Process©
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Safety Approval
CE Marking
CE Marking is required in the European Union for all products imported to the union and put into use or trade (for sale) in the European Union.
We can help you with your CE mark approval and product safety needs for the following: new product development, electronic products, medical equipment design, clean energy, semiconductor tools and equipment, material handling equipment, consumer products, information technology equipment, electrical systems and industrial controls.
CE mark approval requires compliance with specific standards, which we can help you determine.
Frequently Asked Questions about CE Marking
How do I get my product CE marked?
The process is outlined by directives.
The various directives that require conformity are: the low voltage directive, the machinery directive, EMC / EMI directive and other directives.
Conformity to CE and marking are required. Some types of conformity can be developed by third parties, notified body and certified bodies. All other types of conformity and declaration of conformity are provided by the manufacturer with the support of third parties.
What Types of Products Need CE Marking?
There are many products that require CE marking and this list could get very long. However, here are a few types to give you a basic idea.
Types include medical devices, electronics and active components, equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, low voltage equipment, machinery, measuring instruments, and simple pressure vessels.
What is the fastest way to CE Mark a product?
The fastest way is to operate a Conformity Discovery Process© and work with us to get it done.
Alternatively, you can try and do it yourself. However, we found most companies get their product rejected by end-users.
Which countries require CE Marking?
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Netherlands, Pland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.
Who can help me get the product CE Marked? How to get my product CE marked?
Contact us for conformity to the EU directives. We help you by operating our Conformity Discovery Process©.
First in a quick outline, we determine what your product is. Next, we scope it to the specific and required standards. Then we provide you with a quote. Following that, you send us all the documentation that is required and any missing documentation.
Next, we work with you to get it complete, we complete it for you or we outsource it to our documentation team.
What documentation do i need for CE Approval?
The documentation needed will be, of course, specific to your piece of equipment. It will include a bill of materials (BOMs), manuals, etc.
When working with clients, we give them a detailed lists of specifics that will be necessary to move to the next stage of the process.
What standards apply for CE Marking?
The list of standards is quite extensive. You can find a list here by clicking on the question above. And we would be happy to assist you in selecting the right standard for your specific needs.
Process
We help walk our clients through the process to design based on the standards that it will be tested to and need to comply with in order to enter your desired market.
Timeline
We can offer a basic timeline to get your product through the process and steps that you can take that will help to expedite the process. Each piece of equipment is different and we can quote your specific equipment.
Cost
$11-14K for most equipment. There are factors that you can anticipate will add to the cost and can be planned for in your budget.
Resources From The Field For CE Marking
CE Marking vs. Third-Party Certification: What’s the Difference?
Manufacturers preparing industrial equipment for a new market often encounter two concepts that can sound similar: CE marking and third-party certification. Both can be associated with product compliance, but they do not represent the same process or serve the same purpose. For manufacturers placing machinery, control panels, and other electrical equipment on the European market, understanding this distinction is especially
What Manufacturers Need to Know About the Low Voltage Directive
Manufacturers placing electrical equipment on the European market must understand which EU directives apply to their products. For many electrical products and industrial control panels, one of the most important is the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU. The Low Voltage Directive establishes safety requirements that manufacturers must consider when bringing applicable electrical equipment to the European market. However,
Standards vs. Directives: What Manufacturers Need to Know for Product Compliance
Product compliance can become complicated quickly. Manufacturers may need to consider several directives, technical standards, safety requirements, and documentation requirements before equipment can enter its intended market. Two terms that come up often during this process are directives and standards. They are closely connected, but they serve different purposes. Directives establish the essential requirements that applicable products must meet. Standards provide technical guidance