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TÜV SÜD supports medical devices industry in the Middle East (11.01.2012)

  1. As a specialist in the international approval of medical devices, TÜV SÜD will present its services at the largest trade fair of the industry in the Middle East. At Arab Health, one of the world's leading trade fairs for medical technology and health, the experts from TÜV SÜD can be found in the German Pavilion (Stand ZB.31) between 23 and 26 January 2012. One of the key subjects will be the new regulations for placing medical devices on the Saudi Arabian market.

"Risk assessment is a major challenge" (20.12.2011)
  1. One of the central topics discussed among the trade visitors to the International Toy Fair will be the changeover to the new Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC. In TÜV SÜD's experience, the comprehensive risk assessment set forth in the new Directive and its differentiation from other Directives present particular challenges for the entire sector. At the trade fair, the TÜV SÜD toy professionals will present their international service portfolio and answer practical questions asked by EU manufacturers, importers, retailers and authorized representatives (Hall 11.1, Stand E-03).

Buying children's toys – 11 tips from TÜV SÜD (09.12.2011)
  1. Christmas gifts for children should give pleasure for longer than the festive season. To ensure that the fun and games continue long after Christmas is over, children's toys should be bought with care and consideration. The professionals at TÜV SÜD have assembled 11 useful tips for prospective purchasers.

Off to the ski slopes for some fun – not forgetting the helmet (29.11.2011)
  1. They can save lives, they're a badge of identification on the slopes and they look good too: ski helmets are only compulsory in a few areas as yet, but smart skiers and snowboarders swear by them – voluntarily. TÜV SÜD sums up what to look out for in choosing and using ski helmets.

Medica 2011: TÜV SÜD makes IEC 60601-1:2005 central theme (15.11.2011)
  1. TÜV SÜD will make the 3rd edition of the IEC 60601-1:2005 standard the central theme of its presence at Medica, the international medical trade fair held in Duesseldorf from 16 to 19 November 2011. The transitional period for the "Medical electrical equipment – part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance" standard will expire on 1 June 2012. At Medica, Stand B05, Hall 10, TÜV SÜD provides comprehensive information about the criteria that manufacturers must fulfil to be certain of gaining market access.

Musical instruments: Hitting the right note with TÜV SÜD's help (31.10.2011)
  1. Quality and safety play a key role – even in musical instruments. These criteria should be borne in mind by anyone planning to make a Christmas purchase or gift of a drum kit, saxophone or other instrument. The product experts at TÜV SÜD have compiled some tips on what to look out for in selecting and caring for musical instruments.

TÜV SÜD Product Service invests in Garching (31.10.2011)
  1. TÜV SÜD continues to expand its activities at Garching. TÜV SÜD Product Service GmbH is investing around 15 million euros in the construction of a new testing laboratory for consumer products, the foundation stone for which will be laid on 27 October 2010. In view of the global competition among testing laboratories, this is a clear commitment to Germany as a base for TÜV SÜD's testing operations. Only two weeks ago, Garching-based TÜV SÜD Batterie Testing GmbH opened a new laboratory for battery testing.

TÜV SÜD grants awards to the most innovative Galileo applications (19.10.2011)
  1. On the eve of the launch of the first two Galileo satellites on 20 October 2011 in Kourou, the best business ideas for satellite navigation applications received awards at the 2011 European Satellite Navigation Competition (ESNC). As the main sponsor of the competition of ideas for innovative and practical GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) applications, TÜV SÜD presented the awards in Munich on 19 October 2011.

"Milestone in TÜV SÜD's commitment to electromobility" (17.10.2011)
  1. Speaking to numerous guests from the worlds of science, industry and politics, TÜV SÜD Member of the Board of Management Horst Schneider officially opened the new Battery Test Centre in Garching on Monday 17 October. Schneider referred to the opening as a "milestone" in the testing and certification company's global commitment to electromobility. The Garching-based test centre, in which TÜV SÜD invested several million euros, provides over 1,000 square metres of floor space for testing the performance and safety of energy storage systems for use in electric vehicles. In addition, the Garching location will serve as a control centre for coordinating global battery testing activities. The testing and certification company has already established testing laboratories in the USA, Canada, Asia Pacific and the UK.

TÜV SÜD at eCarTec: Safety for electric vehicles (12.10.2011)
  1. TÜV SÜD marks a special event in the run-up to eCarTec 2011: the company's new Battery Test Centre at Garching near Munich will officially commence operations on Monday, 17 October, serving the technical service corporation as a coordination centre for its global e-vehicle testing activities. At the specialist trade show itself, held in Munich's Neue Messe exhibition centre from 18 to 20 October, TÜV SÜD will present its full portfolio of services addressing safety in electromobility, providing customers with support throughout from power generation to battery recycling (Hall A5, Stand 410). TÜV SÜD is represented on the trade show advisory committee and will present topics at the congress accompanying the trade show, including its standard for determining e-vehicle range.

TÜV SÜD Product Service consolidates cardiovascular expertise (28.09.2011)
  1. The Clinical Affairs (IMC) department of TÜV SÜD Product Service GmbH, headquartered in Munich, has consolidated its expertise. By recruiting Dr Bassil Akra, the department has further strengthened its know-how in the cardiovascular field. TÜV SÜD Product Service is the only Notified Body with a special department for clinical evaluation made up of surgeons, medical specialists and biologists.

TÜV SÜD examines 3D TV: 'In-depth' tests at the 2011 IFA 2011 (24.08.2011)
  1. Where does the future of 3D television lie? Passive polarized lenses or active shutter lenses? A question that is the focus of attention at the IFA Home Entertainment section of the Internationale Funkausstellung, the major consumer electronics exhibition held in Berlin from 2 to 7 September 2011. TÜV SÜD's impartial image quality tests are making a key contribution to the development of this new technology. The TÜV SÜD tests can be followed live at the company's stand, Number 106 in Hall 7.1C.

Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Kreinberg receives IEC's Thomas A. Edison Award (16.08.2011)
  1. Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Kreinberg, Senior Consultant International Affairs and before that a long-standing member of the Board of Management of TÜV SÜD Product Service, was honoured with the Thomas A. Edison Award by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). By awarding this accolade, the IEC honours Dr Kreinberg's outstanding services as Chairman of the "Committee for Factory Surveillance".

Eleven Notified Bodies signed Code of Conduct (08.08.2011)
  1. A first group of Notified Bodies has signed the voluntary Code of Conduct for Medical Device Notified Bodies. The Code of Conduct is an initiative to improve harmonised implementation of the European directives, creating a more level playing field for manufacturers. The initiative of this NB Plus Group has received strong support from various stakeholders.

Ishan Palit appointed CEO of Product Services Division, TÜV SÜD (03.08.2011)
  1. Ishan Palit will assume responsibility as Chief Executive Officer for the Product Services Division at TÜV SÜD AG with effect from 1 August 2011. The international provider of testing, inspection, training and certification services has focused its global portfolio for product and food safety under the umbrella of this Division. Ishan Palit succeeds Dirk Eilers, Dirk Eilers, who was promoted to the Board of Management of TÜV SÜD in 2010.

Sitting comfortably on patio and balcony (02.08.2011)
  1. Finally moved - and the new flat has a balcony. Staycation in summer – with long, lazy evenings on the patio. Home office in the fresh air – at a desk in the garden. In need of a durable chair for patio or balcony? Then make the most of these tips from TÜV SÜD's garden furniture professionals.

European Toy Safety Directive introduces stricter safety requirements (19.07.2011)
  1. The revised European Toy Safety Directive will come into force on 20 July 2011. In this directive, the EU Commission introduces even stricter requirements for the safety of toys. The key instrument according to TÜV SÜD is extensive risk assessment, which the manufacturers must carry out in future.

'Tested for Fit' by TÜV SÜD – for shoes anybody would like to step into (14.07.2011)
  1. Children's feet grow at a rapid rate. Given this, finding sandals, trainers and boots that offer the perfect fit for a growing family is particularly important. To ensure retailer and consumer satisfaction, the sizes indicated by manufacturers must be accurate. TÜV SÜD's 'Tested for Fit' certification mark supports manufacturers in reaching this goal and helps them to stand out effectively from their competitors in an increasingly demanding market environment.

Application of IEC 60601-1:2005 (20.06.2011)
  1. The transition period for the 3rd edition of IEC 60601-1:2005 will expire on 1 June 2012. On this date, the standard for "Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance" will come into full effect. In a free webinar "Application of IEC 60601-1:2005" TÜV SÜD provides information for manufacturers concerning the conditions their medical devices must meet in the future in order to be placed on the market.

TÜV SÜD gains new Brüel & Kjaer shaker for testing services (14.04.2011)
  1. TÜV SÜD will use a high-performance shaker made by Brüel & Kjaer at its Mannheim Environmental Simulation Competence Centre in future. The introduction of the new shaker will add vibration testing to the range of services offered by the testing and inspection experts.

Anything but child's play: Choosing children's furniture (22.02.2011)
  1. Even infants can interact in meals at adult's eye level thanks to high chairs, and a child's desk provides a firm basis for that first wobbly 'A' in the copybook. Children's furniture must comply with specific requirements. The furniture specialists at TÜV SÜD give information about what these are, and advise prospective purchasers about what to look out for.

Convenient cooking on the go (10.05.2007)
  1. Camping stoves are convenient little helpers for people on the move. For a quick espresso in the morning or pasta for dinner, gas stoves can be set up and packed away quickly and easily. TÜV SÜD product experts know what type of gas cartridge is best and what to look out for when buying and storing a camping stove.

Efficient vacuum cleaning (21.03.2007)
  1. Handy, fast and clean. Ideally, this is how a vacuum cleaner should work. Unfortunately, however, some vacuum cleaners blow dust back into the home while others boast high wattage but suck up too little dust. Which vacuum cleaner is best for homes and how can cleaning performance best be maintained? TÜV SÜD experts know what is important and give tips on ensuring the right choice and application.

The Right Place to Work (27.02.2007)
  1. Many people spend several hours a day in their office. To ensure that desk work does not become a torment, experts advise office furniture that is safe and ergonomic. But there's no need to compromise on design – high-quality designer office interiors are the current trend. The experts at TÜV SÜD have collected some tips for selecting the right "work furniture".

TÜV SÜD supports organizations in REACH implementation (28.12.2006)
  1. The European Union has initiated a complete revision of European chemicals legislation. On 1 June 2007, REACH, the new chemicals regulation, will become effective, stipulating tests and approvals for 30,000 substances. Responsibility for risk assessment will pass to industry. When it comes to implementation of the new regulation, you can rely on TÜV SÜD expertise and the TÜV SÜD network.


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