White Papers: 2016
Adding Value To Your Business With ISO System Certification
Discover how auditing and ISO/international quality standard assessments can enhance a company's value in our short paper, outlining the top ten ways it positively impacts both financial worth and subjective value.
White Paper Download: Insight into Botanical Ingredients
Consumer preference for botanical cosmetics rises due to natural qualities and perceived efficacy. Extraction methods and bioefficacy play crucial roles, driving interest in ethically sourced products.
Alarm Systems & Components
This white paper, updated December of 2016, is your guide to understanding the EN Security regulations and standards that apply to your alarm system.
Glass Containers for Pharmaceuticals: Delamination and Interaction Studies
Glass delamination jeopardizes product quality; early evaluation via USP<1660>, predictive studies, and microscopy mitigates risks.
Transitioning from UL 1995 to UL 60335-2-40 White Paper
HVAC equipment faces regulatory changes from UL 1995 to UL 60335-2-40, leading to stricter testing standards across various areas.
FAQ: China Regulation and Quality Compliance for Textile Products
Download our FAQ for China textile standards, compliance, testing, and labeling guidance, ensuring your products meet regulatory requirements.
Third Party Testing in an Agile Environment
Explore misconceptions about third-party testing in agile environments. This paper clarifies common misunderstandings for better decision-making.
NFPA 79 for the USA in Comparison to IEC/EN 60204-1 for Europe
Explore the differences between NFPA 79 in the USA and IEC/EN 60204-1 in Europe in this paper. It aids in meeting compliance requirements for border inspections and AHJ reviews for your products.
Overview of the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU
Get an overview of the mandatory legislation governing equipment in the EU with this paper, which covers the requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU.
Polymer Rheology Case Study: Characterisation of the Physical Properties of Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Fillers
Polymer rheology testing links stress to material flow, crucial for product performance and optimization, saving costs, and minimizing waste.
Industrial Machinery Standards: Comparing NFPA 79 and IEC / EN 60204-1
EU manufacturers exporting to the US need to understand US electrical standards (NFPA 79) vs. EU standards (IEC/EN 60204-1) to avoid compliance issues.
Environmental Testing: Corrosive by Nature
This paper helps understanding what environmental factors will compromise your product down the line, will help you improve its design and make it more robust and less prone to avoidable failures.
Verify the Ingress Protection provided by your lighting product’s enclosure
Ensure outdoor or industrial lighting durability with Ingress Protection (IP) testing. This white paper clarifies IP vs. NEMA ratings, aiding in product design and compliance.
IEC 60601-1-2 Edition 4: New Requirements for Medical EMC
Our experts developed this white paper to provide guidance on the new requirements and important changes of IEC 60601-1-2 Edition 4 and improve your speed to market.
Overview of the EU Food Contact Regulations
We cover the key elements of the most important European regulations and guidelines and also address the different steps towards achieving compliance for food contact materials.
Five Steps to Medical Device Commercialization in the United States
Bringing medical devices to the market in the United States is a complex process that requires an in depth understanding of all that is involved in classifying a device, preparing a premarket submission and submitting to the FDA. To help guide manufacturers through the process of bringing medical devices to the U.S. market, this whitepaper takes you step by step through the process of submitting your medical devices for approval from the FDA.
California Energy Commission (CEC) Title 20 and Title 24: Bringing Lighting Products to the California Market
Intertek’s white paper clarifies specific lighting products impacted by the regulations, as well as suggested best practices for testing and compliance.
Commercial Refrigeration: Manufacturer Guide to the Changing Regulatory Landscape
The North American commercial refrigeration industry is facing significant regulatory changes, including new energy standards from the DOE and environmentally friendly refrigerant requirements from the EPA. Manufacturers must understand these new regulations, potentially update materials and designs, and adhere to new testing procedures to remain compliant and avoid sales restrictions.
Due Diligence and Benchmarking
Stay ahead in the commercial refrigeration industry by understanding the latest regulatory changes and compliance strategies. Download our white paper to learn how to meet new standards and maintain your competitive edge.
Top-8 FAQs of Failure Analysis
Failure analysis investigates the root cause of product, component, or asset failures. It offers insights to solve issues, take corrective measures, and prevent recurrence. Explore the top 8 FAQs for a better understanding of the process, including what it includes, why something broke, and its ability to pinpoint the exact cause.
Fast and Cost-effective Field Labeling of Medical Electrical Equipment
SPE 3000-19 serves as the model code for the field evaluation of medical electrical equipment (MEE) and medical electrical systems (MES), specifically pertaining to safety from electric shock, fire and mechanical hazards. This white paper provides all the information you need to fully understand the tremendous impact throughout the medical device industry, affecting manufacturers and distributors of medical equipment, doctors, hospitals, medical clinics and others.
Use of Portable Electrical Devices in Zone 1 & Zone 2 Hazardous Areas
With the rising use of portable electrical equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres, it's crucial for Safety and IT personnel to grasp the safety and risk implications of such "Ex" protected devices like smartphones and tablets.
Lithium Batteries: A New Approach to Risk & Safety
Lithium battery technology is widely used across various applications, from life-saving medical devices to electric vehicles. However, many organizations overlook the safety implications of these powerful products. This white paper aims to help your company minimize incidents and product recalls due to lithium battery failures, protecting you from unforeseen reputational risks. Download now to ensure your company stays informed and safe.
The British Standard for Travel Adaptors - BS 8546:2016
The BS 8546:2016 Standard covers all travel adaptors which have at least one set of plug-pins of socket-outlet compatibility with the UK (BS1363) plug and socket system.
A Guide to Ingress Protection Testing
Ensure your products withstand the test of time and nature's elements. Download our white paper to discover how you can enhance product performance, prevent costly field failures, and maintain customer satisfaction. Equip yourself with the knowledge to protect against environmental challenges and improve product longevity.
Internet of Things (IoT) Capabilities and the Safeguarding of Smart HVACR Systems
Discover the opportunities and challenges of integrating IoT technology into HVACR systems with Intertek's white paper, "Internet of Things (IoT) Capabilities and the Safeguarding of Smart HVACR Systems." Learn how to enhance design, increase energy efficiency, and ensure product reliability with third-party testing.
Qi Certification for Wireless Charging Devices
As the Qi ecosystem continues to expand, it is more important than ever for developers and manufacturers of wireless charging technology to understand the Qi specification in order to achieve certification. This whitepaper provides an overview of Qi wireless technology and the new V1.2 specification. It also provides insight into the different methods of wireless technology, the design challenges of Qi technology, as well as the testing and certification process.
Commercial Refrigeration: Manufacturer’s Guide to the Changing Regulatory Landscape
The commercial refrigeration industry in North America is experiencing significant regulatory transformations. This guide outlines the new energy standards, environmentally friendly refrigerant requirements, and updated testing procedures that manufacturers must adhere to.