TÜV SÜD Product Service

2012-02-23T14:52:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD Awarded Compliance Testing Contract by Cobham

TÜV SÜD Product Service has received a £1.7 million contract from Cobham to provide environmental and EMC compliance testing services for its air-to-air refuelling systems. As part of the five year deal, TÜV SÜD will deliver testing, consultancy and design verification services to ensure that Cobham’s systems satisfy compliance requirements.

Cobham is the global market leader for air-to-air refuelling, supporting over twenty air forces worldwide. TÜV SÜD will advise Cobham on compliance issues and contribute to design reviews to reduce time to market for new products. Advanced product testing equipment and verification expertise will be employed to help Cobham improve quality and promote standard operating processes across its business.

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2012-02-22T15:33:00.002Z

TÜV SÜD Named as RF Analogue Validation Lab

The NFC Forum Board of Directors has recently approved TÜV SÜD Product Service Ltd. as the NFC Forum validation laboratory for RF Analogue Test Tools. The selection of TUV was made following a Request for Proposal process.

2012-02-20T14:29:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD: Anticipating icy roads and adjusting driving style accordingly

Heavy snowfall after a sharp frost is currently causing a particularly hazardous situation for traffic. When snow falls on ground which is perpetually frozen even during the day, it immediately turns to ice. A challenge for the road-clearing services, whose road salt mixes generally develop their thawing effect up to temperatures of around minus 20. As far as personal travel goes, this means replanning car trips or resorting to buses and trains. Drivers unable to avoid taking to the roads should take particular care, say the experts at TÜV SÜD.

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2012-02-20T13:55:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD to test section of the MEGAL gas pipeline

On behalf of the Mittel-Europäische-Gasleitungsgesellschaft mbH (MEGAL), TÜV SÜD will carry out quality assurance in the construction of a new natural gas pipeline between Schwandorf and Windberg. The 72-kilometre route forms part of MEGAL's pipeline system and is expected to be placed into service in October 2012.

The MEGAL pipeline is part of the European natural gas pipeline system in Southern Germany. Natural gas from Eastern Europe and Russia can be injected into the European gas grid system at two import points – in Waidhaus and Oberkappel.

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2012-02-17T09:07:00.002Z

New international standard for dialysis treatment

An important change has been introduced to an international guideline concerning dialysis treatment. Scheduled for publication in the spring of 2012, the IEC/TR 62653 "Guideline for safe operation of Medical Devices used for haemodialysis treatments" will form the future basis for TÜV SÜD's Good Dialysis Practice certificate in conjunction with ISO 9001:2008.

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2012-02-14T16:23:00.000Z

New safety standards for medical electrical equipment

The transitional period for the 3rd edition of the IEC 60601-1:2005 standard will expire on 1 June 2012. From then on the standard on "Medical electrical equipment – part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance" will be fully effective. TÜV SÜD Akademie summarizes the key changes of the new edition and offers a modular qualification scheme, targeting the manufacturers of active medical devices, designers and developers of medical devices, and staff of research and development departments.

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2012-02-14T16:08:00.000Z

Fruth will reinforce the management team at TÜV SÜD Auto Service

Electro mobility is stepping up to the plate at TÜV SÜD as the technical service company launches a one-year series of extensive tests for all electric vehicles currently on the market. The first aspect of the vehicles to undergo testing is their operating range. In the kickoff to the test process, eight vehicles were immediately confronted with their limits of performance in a trip of almost 50 kilometres through the Alpine foothills at temperatures of minus 13 degrees. The preliminary results showed that all vehicles reached their destination. The series of tests is conducted by TÜV SÜD in partnership with the company Next Generation Mobility (NGM), and is designed to enable TÜV SÜD to determine realistic e-vehicle operating ranges for use in NGM's vehicle fleet software.

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2012-02-14T15:59:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD sends all market-ready electric vehicles for practical testing

2012-02-13T10:38:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD at IMOT: More freedom for young bikers as new EU motorcycle licence rules are introduced

Spring, freedom, the lure of the road – despite the freezing temperatures reigning at present, motorcyclists and bikers are looking forward to the new season. The 19th International Motorcycle Exhibition IMOT, held from 17 to 19 February at M,O,C, in Munich's Freimann district, gives them a chance to 'warm up' their knowledge of technology and trends . The main theme addressed by the TÜV SÜD experts at Stand 335 in Hall 3 will be the EU-wide harmonization of motorcycle licences when new regulations are introduced from 2013. Other topics presented at the stand will include tuning tips and valuations.

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2012-02-08T14:22:00.000Z

Standards updates

ETSI continues to update standards on a regular basis. Remember that if you are continuing to place products on the EU market and the original harmonised standards against which you had the product tested have been superseded (i.e. they no longer provide a presumption of conformity), then you are obliged to update your Declaration of Conformity and your technical file.

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2012-02-08T14:20:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD Product Service is now able to offer a complete test and certification service for AIS devices, including Class A and Class B

Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a short range VHF tracking system that is used on ships and leisure craft for identifying and locating vessels automatically by exchanging electronic data with other nearby vessels and traffic stations. AIS information supplements, but does not replace, marine radar, which continues to be the primary method of collision avoidance for water transport.

Having recently taken delivery of a new Protocol tester, we are now able to offer a complete test and certification service for AIS devices, including Class A and Class B. This includes all RF, Protocol, EMC and Environmental testing.

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2012-02-08T14:12:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD BABT is going from strength to strength after rapid international expansion over the last 2 years.

TÜV SÜD BABT now has local Technical Certifiers situated in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Beijing, Guangdong, Taipei, Seoul and San Diego. The locally based Technical Certifiers will of course speak to clients in their local language without any time difference issues, but final certificates continue to be issued by the TÜV SÜD BABT UK office, which retains its status as the TÜV SÜD group’s certification body and centre of excellence for telecoms certification.

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2012-02-08T14:02:00.000Z

Class D DSC radios must meet the requirements of EN 300 338-3 to continue to be placed on the market

Within the EU, Class D DSC fixed mount marine radios fall within the scope of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive. EN 301 025-2 and EN 301 025-3 are the appropriate harmonised standards to be used to demonstrate compliance with the essential requirements of the R&TTE. These cover Spectrum Usage and Access to Emergency Services respectively. Both standards refer to EN 301 025-1 for test methodology.

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2012-02-08T13:56:00.000Z

Class D DSC Handheld Marine Radios

Until recently there were no suitable test standards for these devices. Manufacturers therefore had to approach a Notified Body to identify a suitable R&TTE test schedule. It appears that this situation is about to change. The recently published EN 302 885 series of standards will address the regulatory requirements for handheld DSC radios. Although EN 302 885-2 and EN 302 885-3 are not yet listed in the Official Journal (OJ) (so are not harmonised standards), they should appear in the OJ soon which will greatly simplify the compliance process.

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2012-02-08T13:47:00.000Z

Personal Locator Beacons (using COSPAS-SARSAT 406MHz)

Until recently the use of 406MHz PLBs in the United Kingdom has been restricted to maritime use (leisure craft) and coastal areas. The UK’s OFCOM has now decided that PLBs can be used inland (e.g. by mountaineers, skiers, ramblers). Please see IR-2048 for details.
Our laboratory at Fareham continues to be a major supplier of PLB testing and certification services for these PLBs, for use in Europe, USA, Canada and other parts of the world.

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2012-02-08T13:42:00.000Z

Continuous improvement drive at TÜV SÜD

As part of a continuous improvement drive at TÜV SÜD, our engineers have automated many of our common test programmes. This has enabled us to dramatically reduce test times and offer greater repeatability of tests. From a manufacturer’s point of view, time-to-market is a key factor, so this reduction in test times is of real benefit to our customers in getting their products to market on time

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2012-02-06T09:48:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD: staying mobile in severe frost

The weather forecast predicts severe frost over the next days. Now is the last chance to prepare your car for freezing temperatures, especially if you leave your car parked outdoors at night. Frost protection is absolutely vital if you want your car's systems to function and ensure safe and reliable transport. The TÜV SÜD experts give tips on how to stay mobile in freezing temperatures.

Locks, batteries and washer fluid are the first to be affected by frost, especially in cars that are parked outdoors at night, and may put a brake on mobility. Yet frozen door locks, flat batteries succumbing to below-zero temperatures and frozen washer fluid can be avoided through careful maintenance and winter preparations. Throughout the winter, fluids including washer fluid and coolant should be mixed with antifreeze that prevents freezing down to temperatures of minus 20 degrees. If temperatures drop even further – as the weather forecast predicts for some regions – topping up the antifreeze will be necessary. Philip Puls of TÜV SÜD says: "If the windscreen washer fluid or the jets freeze, motorists risk driving blind as windscreens quickly become dirty from road spray and salt on the road. Using a sufficient amount of washer fluid and appropriate anti-freeze will give a clear view and thus ensure safety."

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2012-02-03T10:02:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD ensures long-term value and sustainability of real estate

TÜV SÜD will showcase its comprehensive service portfolio for the long-term value and sustainability of real estate at MIPIM 2012, to be held between 6 and 9 March 2012 in Cannes, France. The portfolio offered by the international service provider ranges from valuation reports and sustainability certification to the carbon footprint of buildings and due-diligence services. At MIPIM TÜV SÜD can be found at stand 24.07 in zone A+, level 01.

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2012-02-01T16:38:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD: former rental cars offer the highest price reductions – watch out for optional extras

Low prices, next to no waiting time and no need to fret over the significant drop in value of new cars: one-year-old cars, demo cars and – with certain reservations – lease returns from car rental companies and company fleets are in high demand among private car buyers. Nearly-new cars have clocked up only a few thousand kilometres and cost up to 40 per cent less than new cars. But how can private buyers find the right offer? What do they have to look out for when making their choice? What optional extras should the second hander have to ensure a high resale value? TÜV SÜD's experts give tips on what to look out for before signing the purchasing contract.

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2012-01-27T15:01:00.000Z

Knowledge transfer in Healthcare technology: TÜV SÜD Academy provides training to Saudi Arabian authority

Nine employees of the "Saudi Food and Drug Authority" (SFDA) have just completed in-depth training on the standards, laws and approval processes for medical devices at TÜV SÜD Academy. The program illustrated the theory behind the testing and assessment of medical devices by including visits to various laboratories.

The SFDA is an independent Authority reporting to the Council of Ministers of Saudi Arabia and is responsible for the safety of food, medicinal products and medical devices. The experts of this authority have to assess and evaluate the manufacturers of medical devices for compliance with quality standards, product safety and intended use. Furthermore, the SFDA experts have to implement standards and must be familiar with the approval requirements in various international markets – a challenging task which demands in-depth expert knowledge.

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2012-01-19T09:07:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD: five tips on how to protect your car from road salt

The storage silos for road salt are filled to the brim and so far this winter snow ploughs and gritters have largely been idle. This is good for the technical systems in our cars, for which corrosive road salt is particularly harmful. Motorists who have not yet prepared their cars for winter conditions should do so now as a matter of urgency. Points to be checked include the paintwork and underbody as well as ensuring sufficient antifreeze in fluids. TÜV SÜD's car experts give five tips.

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2012-01-18T16:49:00.000Z

TÜV SÜD assists Japan with the revision of standards and regulations

The Japan Petroleum Energy Center (JPEC) commissioned TÜV SÜD to map the state of the art in hydrogen refuelling stations in Germany and Europe. The results of this study will be incorporated into the revision of Japan's legal regulations for hydrogen refuelling stations.
By revising the legal regulations for hydrogen refuelling stations, the Japanese government aims to advance the establishment of a national network of 70-MPa (700 bar) hydrogen refuelling stations. For this purpose, the Japan Petroleum Energy Center (JPEC) was commissioned by the Japanese Research Association of Hydrogen Supply / Utilization Technology (HySUT) and the News Energy and Industrial Development Organisation (NEDO) to develop a proposal for the revision of the existing technical standards and regulations. The new standards and regulations are planned to pave the way for constructing and operating hydrogen refuelling stations in Japan and ensure a high level of safety.

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2012-01-18T14:41:00.001Z

TÜV SÜD to engage in vehicle inspection in India

TÜV SÜD is the first European provider of testing and inspection services to engage in vehicle inspection in India and has now started construction of a pilot inspection centre at which 40,000 commercial and private cars will be tested and inspected every year. Start of operations at the inspection facility located in the Indian city of New Delhi is scheduled for the first half of 2012.

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2012-01-17T14:47:00.000Z

Dig, rock and plan your trips with foresight

Deep snowdrifts, snow-covered motorways and wintry roads. At the edge of the Alps and low mountain ranges, rain and storms were followed by vast amounts of snow. Motorists travelling at higher altitudes must expect difficult road conditions over the coming days. TÜV SÜD's experts give important tips for motorists to take the necessary precautions to avoid accidents, and advise them what to do if they end up getting stuck. They also explain the correct use of snow chains.

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