1. GEMS certification
GEMS stands for "Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards." It's a regulatory scheme that aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption by setting minimum efficiency standards for products and appliances. GEMS certification is mandatory, products under control must have GEMS certification before they can be sold on the market, and applicants must be Australian registered companies.
2. More about GEMS certification
Australia and New Zealand.
The GEMS scheme covers a wide range of products, including external power supplies, TVs, digital set-top boxes, compact fluorescent lamps, extra low voltage converters, , double-ended fluorescent lamps, ballasts for fluorescent lamps, incandescent lamps, dishwashers, washing machine, clothes dryers, electric water heaters, air-conditioners, heat pumps, three-phase electric motors, household refrigeration appliances, refrigeration towers, commercial refrigerators, distribution transformers…
Not sure if your product requires GEMS certification? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
Below is a list of energy efficiency testing standards we’re capable of. And our team is always available for any general inquiries, or technical discussions regarding the following energy efficiency testing standards. Not sure which standard apply to your product? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
- Power adapter: AS/NZS 4665;
- Information technology (IT), audiovisual (AV) products (except set-top boxes and TV sets): AS/NZS 62087.1;
- Set-top boxes: AS/NZS 62087.1; AS/NZS 62087.2.1;
- TV sets: AS/NZS 62087.1; AS/NZS 62087.2.2.
Required documentation varies depending on the products. For detailed documentation required for specific product, please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist you further. Below are some of typical documentation required for GEMS certification:
- Application form;
- Authorization letter;
- Product Label with certification mark
- Product Photo
- CIG 023 factory inspection report;
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Below are the general application steps for achieving GEMS certificate. Have questions or not sure where to start? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
- Perform tests according to Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS). Generally, as long as the test report provided by the ISO 17025 accredited laboratory can be recognized;
- Submit test report and other information for GEMS registration and review;
- GEMS certificate will be issued if approved.
GEMS certification is valid for 5 years.
3. Price and lead time
You will never pay for services that you don’t need! GTG Group provides a customized quote which are tailored to each client's needs and budget. Furthermore, you will receive the GEMS certification within 3 weeks (1 week for test report and 2 weeks for registration) according to our past successful records, much shorter than the average industry time.
However, the cost and the lead time of testing and certification varies depending on the product complexity and the testing requirements. GTG Group provides free consultation to assess your needs and provide advice on how to get started with compliance. Contact us today by filling out our short form!
4. Factory inspection
GEMS certification does not require factory inspection.
5. Why choose us?
Founded in 2012, GTG Group is an independent ISO/IEC 17025 accredited product testing and certification services provider in China, providing comprehensive testing and regulatory certifications obtaining services for a wide range of products. Our goal is to certify your products and ensure their compliance with regulatory standards in order to help you access worldwide markets.