Low Voltage Directive (LVD)

Only electrical equipment which does not jeopardise the safety of people, domestic animals and property shall be placed onto the European market.
Equipment operating at a voltage between 50v and 1000v AC and 75v & 1500v DC should comply.

The Low Voltage Directive requirements are:

That the product is electrically safe.
The product has been designed and constructed in accordance with the Principal Elements of the Safety Objectives of the Directive.
Electrical equipment shall be designed and constructed to ensure that it is safe when connected to the electricity supply, by providing a level of protection against electric shock.
The product has been constructed in accordance with accepted good engineering practice and is safe.

Laidler Associates can offer a high level of service to ensure that products comply. On-site testing at your premises saves cost on setting up product and providing any special facilities that the product may require.

If a problem is detected, we can work with your on-site engineers to solve the problem. We are at your service to accomplish fast, cost-effective, certified products that you can affix CE Marking to with confidence.

For cost-effective certification, the EMC testing service covers all commercial, various military and a number of special purpose standards. We will guide you to the required standards.

If required, Laidler Associates can arrange Competent Body sign off, if this compliance route is chosen.