CE Marking and UKCA Marking: Ensuring Product Compliance
In today’s regulatory landscape, CE marking and UKCA marking are crucial for demonstrating compliance with safety and regulatory standards in different markets. While CE marking has traditionally been required for products entering the European Economic Area (EEA), UKCA marking now serves a similar role in Great Britain (England, Wales, and Scotland) post-Brexit.
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Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU)
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Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2014/30/EU)
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Machinery Directive (2006/42/EU)
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Personal Protective Equipment (2016/425/EU)
Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
The Low Voltage Directive (LVD) ensures electrical product safety by setting essential requirements within specified voltage limits. Compliance with LVD standards facilitates market access across the EU and EFTA countries.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive
The EMC Directive ensures that electrical and electronic equipment does not emit excessive electromagnetic disturbance and can operate without interference. Compliance with EMC standards is essential for products functioning as intended in their electromagnetic environment.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive
The EMC Directive ensures that electrical and electronic equipment does not emit excessive electromagnetic disturbance and can operate without interference. Compliance with EMC standards is essential for products functioning as intended in their electromagnetic environment.
Machinery Directive
The Machinery Directive establishes safety and health requirements for machinery across the EU. Compliance ensures that machinery is safe for operators and consumers, fostering harmonized standards and facilitating market access.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation
The PPE Regulation ensures that personal protective equipment provides effective protection against workplace hazards. Compliance harmonizes standards across the EU, safeguarding workers’ health and safety.
VERTEX Certification Services: Your Trusted Compliance Partner
CE Marking
CE marking indicates conformity with health, safety, and environmental protection standards for products sold within the EEA. It allows manufacturers to freely market their products throughout the EEA without additional national certifications.
Products must meet essential requirements outlined in relevant EU directives, ensuring consumer safety and facilitating market access.
UKCA Marking
UKCA marking, effective from January 1, 2021, replaces CE marking for most products in Great Britain. It signifies compliance with UK regulatory standards and is mandatory for products placed on the GB market.
Manufacturers must adhere to specific conformity assessment procedures under UKCA marking, ensuring products meet essential health, safety, and environmental requirements.
VERTEX Certification Services offers comprehensive UKCA certification services, guiding businesses through the transition and ensuring compliance with UK regulations.
We work closely with you and carry out research to understand your needs and wishes.