1. GS mark
The GS mark stands for "Geprüfte Sicherheit," which translates to "tested safety" in English. The mark is recognized throughout Europe and is a symbol of quality and safety. The GS mark is not mandatory in Germany, but it is highly recommended. Many German manufacturers choose to have their products certified with the GS mark as a way of demonstrating their commitment to quality and safety. In addition, some retailers may require products to have the GS mark before they will stock them.
2. More about GS mark
Household appliances, household electronic equipment, luminaires, audio-visual equipment, office electrical and electronic equipment, and other safety-related products.
Not sure if your product requires GS mark? Please vul ons korte formulier in, onze expert helpt u graag verder.
Testing items varies depending on the products. For safety testing items on specific product, please vul ons korte formulier in, our expert will be glad to assist you further. Below are some of typical testing items for GS mark:
- Working voltage;
- Fault test;
- Impacttest;
- Trillingstest;
- Shock test;
- Flammability test;
- Plug test;
- Protection connection conductor resistance;
- Power cord stress relief test;
- Electrical connection and fixed connection test;
- Leakage test;
- Accessibility test;
- Energy hazard check;
- Beperkte stroombrontest (LPS);
- Safety interlock device test
- Printed circuit board test;
- Power supply protective cover;
- Encapsulation and sealing parts test;
- Resistance to external force test;
- Electrical equipment in (on) buildings;
- Electric shock test;
- Dielectric strength test;
- Labeling inspection and test;
- Radiation test;
- Temperature rise Test;
- SELV test;
- TNV test;
- Limited current circuit (LCC) test;
- Overload Test;
- Manual device test;
- Battery explosion proof test;
- Overflow test;
- Electrical clearance, creepage distance and insulation penetration distance;
- External wire terminals;
- …
Below is a list of safety & EMC testing standards we’re capable of. And our team is always available for any general inquiries, or technical discussions regarding the following safety & EMC testing standards. Not sure which standard apply to your product? Please vul ons korte formulier in, onze expert helpt u graag verder.
- Information Technology (IT) & Audiovisual (AV) Products and Power Supplies for IT/AV Products: EN 62368-1; EN 60335-1; EN 60335-2-29; EN 55032; EN 55035; EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3;
- Wireless Products: EN 62368-1; ETSI EN 300220; ETSI EN 300440; ETSI EN 300328; ETSI EN 301357; ETSI EN 301511; ETSI EN 301489;
- Household Appliance: EN 60335-1; EN 60335-2-29; EN 60335-XX; EN 55014-1; EN 55014-2; EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3;
- Medical Products: EN 60601-1; EN 55011; EN 61000-6-2; EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3;
- LED Bulb Light: EN 62560:2012+A1:2015; EN 62493:2015; EN 62471:2008; IEC/TR 62778:2014;
- Self-ballasted Fluorescent Lamps: EN 60968:2015; EN 62493:2015; EN 62471:2008;
- Fixed Luminaires: EN 60598-1:2015; EN 60598-2-1:1989; EN 62471:2008; IEC/TR 62778:2014; EN 62493:2015;
- Recessed Luminaires: EN 60598-1:2015; EN 60598-2-2:2012; EN 62471:2008; IEC/TR 62778:2014; EN 62493:2015;
- Streetlights and Streetlamps: EN 60598-1:2015; EN 60598-2-3:2003+A1:2011; EN 62471:2008; IEC/TR 62778:2014; EN 62493:2015;
- Floodlights: EN 60598-1:2015; EN 60598-2-5:2015; EN 62471:2008; IEC/TR 62778:2014; EN 62493:2015;
- LED Driver: EN 61347-2-13:2014; EN 61347-1:2015; EN 62493:2015.
GTG Group begeleidt klanten bij elke stap van het testproces. Vul ons korte formulier in en profiteer vandaag nog van onze diepgaande branche-expertise en uitgebreide technische kennis om het proces te versnellen!
De vereiste documentatie varieert afhankelijk van de producten. Voor gedetailleerde vereiste documentatie over een specifiek product kunt u terecht vul ons korte formulier in, onze expert helpt u graag verder. Hieronder vindt u enkele typische vereiste documentatie voor voedingen:
- Aanvraagformulier;
- Documentation required for safety assessment: user manuals, parts lists, circuit diagrams, layout, structural drawings, specifications of parts (transformer…);
- CB certificate and test report of the product (if available);
- Food contact parts (if any)
- Nameplate in German (correct size GS logo required);
- EMC assessment report factory declaration of conformity (DOC);
- Instruction manual in German;
- Shipment samples for structural reviewing, type approval testing or ergonomic assessment;
- Assessment reports for Noise and EN50332, if applicable;
- Assessment reports for DMF, EMF, if applicable.
Below are the general application steps for achieving GS certificate. Have questions or not sure where to start? Please vul ons korte formulier in, onze expert helpt u graag verder.
- Initial meeting: at the meeting, the testing agency will explain to the applicant’s product engineer(s) the specific procedures for certification and the relevant standards, and provide application forms;
- Submit documentation required: the applicant shall all the documentation required to the testing agency, including submit general assembly diagrams, electrical schematics, bill of materials, product use or installation instructions, explanation of model differences;
- Technical meeting: after the testing agency has reviewed the applicant’s documentation, a technical meeting will be arranged with the applicant’s technical engineer(s);
- Sample test: the test will be carried out in accordance with the applicable standards, either in the manufacturer’s laboratory or the testing laboratories in any of the countries;
- Factory inspection: GS certificate requires inspection of safety-related procedures at the production site;
- A GS certificate will be issued after all the procedures have done.
GS certificate is valid for 5 years from the date of issue, and the factory will be reviewed once a year during the validity period. 5 years later, you will need to re-test the product to obtain GS certificate.
4. Factory inspection
Factory inspection is required before issuing GS certificate:
- Quality management;
- Production line of the products to be certified;
- Raw materials, purchased parts, components and parts;
- Measurement;
- Factory test facility;
- Technical documentation;
- Technical services.
5. Prijs en levertijd
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, we can expedite the certification process by leveraging modern technologies that ensure you receive the GS certificate in a reasonably short time frame, faster than the average industry time.
De kosten en de doorlooptijd van testen en certificering variëren echter afhankelijk van de productcomplexiteit en de testvereisten. GTG Group biedt gratis advies om uw behoeften te beoordelen en advies te geven over hoe u aan de slag kunt gaan met compliance. Neem vandaag nog contact met ons op via ons korte formulier invullen!
6. Waarom voor ons kiezen?
GTG Group, opgericht in 2012, is een onafhankelijke, ISO/IEC 17025-geaccrediteerde aanbieder van producttest- en certificeringsdiensten in China, die uitgebreide test- en regelgevende certificeringen levert voor het verkrijgen van diensten voor een breed scala aan producten. Ons doel is om uw producten te certificeren en ervoor te zorgen dat ze voldoen aan de wettelijke normen, zodat u toegang krijgt tot wereldwijde markten.
