What Does Product Safety Testing Mean?
To comply with the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU and Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU, manufacturers must ensure their products are safe for use in normal, abnormal, and fault conditions, protecting users and preventing property damage. This involves rigorous testing to confirm that devices do not present electrical, fire, mechanical, or thermal risks.
Typical testing includes:
- Electrical safety assessment to prevent shock or short circuits
- Burn hazard evaluation to ensure the device does not overheat or catch fire
- Mechanical assessments covering impact resistance, stability, and enclosure safety
- Thermal risk assessments to safeguard against physical harm
- Safety design and construction checks for robust product architecture
- Compliance with relevant standards such as EN 62368-1, based on the device type
IEC 62368-1:2023 is a key safety standard for AV and ICT equipment. It classifies energy sources, defines appropriate safeguards, and provides guidance for implementation.
What Verkotan Can Provide for Safety:
Verkotan specializes in non-accredited safety evaluations and pre-compliance testing to identify potential risks early in development.
Services include:
- Pre-evaluation of safety compliance against applicable standards
- Coordination with accredited labs for official certification when required
- Expert guidance on meeting RED and LVD testing requirements
- Integrated testing solutions combining safety, EMC, RF, SAR, and cybersecurity—ensuring streamlined product readiness