CE Marking

The CE marking is mandatory for products that fall under the European Union’s New Approach Directives, as it ensures compliance with essential health, safety, and environmental protection requirements. While it is not a quality mark, it confirms that the product meets the minimum safety standards through strict procedures such as the preparation of a technical file and the issuance of test reports.

It is a fundamental prerequisite for the legal placement of a product on the EU market. Only products that fall under at least one of the 22 relevant Directives are eligible to bear the CE marking. Without it, distribution or sale within the European Economic Area is not permitted.

CE marking is mandatory for certain products and ensures their free circulation within the EU. Unlike optional quality marks, it legally proves compliance with essential safety and performance requirements.

The documentation includes evaluation, a technical file, testing, user instructions, and a declaration of conformity, depending on the product category.

Product Testing

LABOR’s laboratory specializes in rigorous product testing to ensure compliance with EU regulations and international standards.

We help manufacturers navigate the complexities of obtaining the CE marking, a vital indicator of product safety, performance, and marketability within the EU.

Our services cover a wide range of testing areas, such as:

Electrical Safety: We perform comprehensive electrical safety tests, ensuring compliance with the Low Voltage Directive, including tests for dielectric strength, insulation resistance, and leakage currents.

Energy Efficiency: With specialized chambers, we assess the energy efficiency of various appliances, helping manufacturers comply with the ECODESIGN Directive for energy-related products.

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): Through collaboration with accredited laboratories, we ensure that products meet electromagnetic compatibility standards, minimizing interference and ensuring safe operation.

RoHS Testing: We assess compliance with Directive 2011/65/EU, limiting hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. We conduct analyses for lead, cadmium, mercury, PBB/PBDE, and more.

Environmental Testing: We simulate real-world environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, humidity, and rapid changes, to ensure product durability and performance.

Audio and Electroacoustic Testing: We conduct noise emission and acoustic testing in line with EU regulations to assess the performance of household and professional appliances.

Our team provides clear and precise test reports, including the essential Technical File, to support the CE marking process. With our expertise, manufacturers can confidently bring safe, efficient, and reliable products to market. Additional details may be seen below.

Electrical Safety Testing

The Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU governs electrical equipment designed to operate at specific voltage ranges—between 50 and 1000 V for alternating current, and between 75 and 1500 V for direct current.

By adhering to this directive, manufacturers ensure their products meet the fundamental electrical safety standards required for market approval.

In our state-of-the-art laboratory, we conduct comprehensive type tests in accordance with harmonized European Standards (EN Standards), which offer a presumption of conformity with the Directive. These tests include evaluations such as:

Dielectric strength

Earthing resistance

Insulating resistance

Leakage current

Tracking tests

Glow-wire tests

Electromagnetic field measurements

and more.

Through our specialized services, we ensure that your electrical equipment meets the highest safety and compliance standards, enabling its reliable and secure placement on the market.

Energy Efficiency Testing

The ECODESIGN Directive (2009/125/EC) establishes a framework for improving the energy efficiency of energy-related products. This directive focuses on reducing the environmental impact of products through better design, contributing to significant energy savings.

By adhering to the ECODESIGN Directive, companies can improve energy efficiency and reduce their environmental impact. This compliance helps businesses meet regulatory requirements and enhances their sustainability credentials in the marketplace.

We are equipped with three specialized chambers to assess the energy efficiency of a range of products, including:

Domestic hot water heaters

Indirectly heated water heaters (boilers)

Instantaneous water heaters

Professional Refrigerators

Air curtains

By conducting these tests, we ensure compliance with the ECODESIGN Directive and help our clients achieve energy-efficient designs.

Environmental Testing

Environmental testing evaluates how products perform under extreme conditions, such as high and low temperatures, rapid temperature fluctuations, and varying levels of humidity. These tests are essential in determining whether a product can withstand the rigors of its intended environment.

By adhering to rigorous environmental testing standards, companies ensure their products are durable and reliable under adverse conditions. This compliance not only meets industry requirements but also reinforces the brand’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

In our advanced environmental chambers, we conduct a wide range of tests that simulate real-world conditions, including:

Damp heat, steady state– [Cab]
Cold Tests – [Ab, Ad, Ae]
Change of temperature – [Na, Nb, Nc]
Composite temperature/humidity cyclic test – [Z/AD]
Damp heat cyclic test– [Db]
Protection against ingress of water and solid objects – [IP Code]
Impact protection– [IK Code]
Acoustic performance measurements

These tests play a critical role in validating product resilience, ensuring reliable performance even in the most demanding environments.

Electromagnetic Compatibility

The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU applies to all products that may either emit electromagnetic disturbances or are sensitive to them. Ensuring EMC is vital for maintaining the proper functioning of electronic products and preventing interference with other devices.

By adhering to the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, companies can ensure their products meet essential standards for electromagnetic compatibility, preventing interference with other devices. Our testing services help manufacturers achieve compliance, ensuring reliable product performance and safety in real-world environments.

Through our collaborations with accredited laboratories, we offer electromagnetic compatibility testing according to the relevant harmonized standards. This ensures that products are free from harmful electromagnetic emissions, making them safe and reliable for use in various environments.

By offering comprehensive testing services across multiple domains, our laboratory plays a critical role in helping manufacturers navigate the complex regulatory landscape, ensuring that their products not only meet safety standards but also perform optimally in real-world conditions.

Audio and Electroacoustic Features Testing

According to Regulation 2017/1369, certain household and professional appliances must be labeled with their noise emission levels (LwA). Our laboratory conducts precise noise emission testing in line with European Standards (EN Standards), which help ensure compliance with relevant directives

By adhering to Regulation 2017/1369, companies ensure their products meet noise emission standards, promoting both compliance and environmental responsibility. Our testing services help brands uphold quality, enhance user experience, and guarantee products are ready for the European market.

Beyond noise emission tests, our lab is equipped to perform a wide range of acoustic and electroacoustic measurements. This includes noise evaluations in both work and public spaces, as well as comprehensive testing of audio players to assess their acoustic performance according to commonly accepted industry standards.

These tests include the following assessments:

Noise levels in workplaces and public spaces
Evaluation of audio devices to assess their acoustic performance and output based on widely accepted industry standards

RoHS Testing

The RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU sets crucial regulations to limit the use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. By restricting harmful elements such as lead, cadmium, mercury, chromium, PBB, and PBDE flame retardants beyond safe levels, the directive plays a vital role in protecting both human health and the environment. It also promotes the environmentally sound recovery and disposal of electronic waste.

At our company, we provide comprehensive assessments to ensure your products are fully compliant with RoHS requirements. Our team conducts detailed evaluations to identify any hazardous substances, and when necessary, we partner with accredited laboratories to perform in-depth chemical analyses. This collaboration ensures that your products not only meet legal standards but also contribute to a safer, more sustainable world.