SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, is leading the way in Europe after gaining Norma Tecnica de Supervision (NTS) accreditation in Spain for the testing and validation of simulation models for Power Generating Units. The standard, in accordance with the EU Regulation 631/2016, aims to support the safe roll out of […]
South Korea signals its intention to revise ‘Standards and Specifications for Food Utensils, Containers and Packages’. Circulated by the World Trade Organization (WTO) in March 2020, the draft amendment, under Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) announcement number 2020-97 of February 28, 2020 and attached to WTO document number 20-1701, contains a number
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China publishes interim provisions covering the administration of fire protection design review and acceptance on construction projects. Published on April 4, 2020, by the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development of the People’s Republic of China (MOHURD), the Interim Provisions on the Administration of Fire Protection Design Review and Acceptance of Construction Projects (Order No.
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The New York State governor has signed into law A9505B (companion bill S7505B), amending the state’s law on toxic chemicals in children’s products. Signed on April 3, 2020, the law, in part, amends Title 9 – ‘Toxic Chemicals in Children’s Products’ to Article 37 of the Environmental Conservation Law. Title 9 to Article 37 was
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Consumer’s behaviors in purchasing and in using products have changed in pursuit of a sustainable lifestyle. For sustainable fashion to success as a business model, products must meet or exceed both market regulations and consumer expectations. To demonstrate this, products must be verified to demonstrate their quality, durability and versatility. Jean-Paul Gaultier’s announcement of his
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SGS, the world’s leading provider of testing, verification and certification services, offers a comprehensive range of services to help manufacturers of products aimed at assisting the elderly ensure they are safe and comply with the relevant regulations. We live in a world with an aging population. Currently there are an estimated 143 million people over
As governments begin advising citizens to wear face masks in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and at a time when there is already an excessive demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) for frontline medical staff, one solution for manufacturers might be to product barrier masks that comply with AFNOR SPEC S76-001. Issued by France’s standards
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SGS’s considerable experience in testing Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, and its global network of specialist electrical and electronic (E&E) testing facilities, make it the ideal partner when trying to understand regulatory compliance in the growing market for high tech kitchen products. Demand for IoT products is growing around the world – by 2022 it
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SGS has an unparalleled range of services to help manufacturers of hidden technology understand and access markets in North America. Hidden technology encompasses everything from wireless chargers to watches that measure exercise, mirrors that aid work outs, smart utility meters, cellphone payment systems, and automobiles that unlock by proximity to the key. The linking characteristic
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The acquisition of SGS Stephens in January 2020 has significantly expanded SGS’s clinical performance and claim support services for cosmetics and personal care items in North America. Based in Dallas, Texas, and Phoenix, Arizona, SGS Stephens has a long history of providing best in class services for the skincare product industry, including safety and efficacy
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