Consumer Electronics Testing and Certification

At Element, we deliver all the critical testing services your consumer electronics need to satisfy regulatory requirements worldwide. Our comprehensive testing capabilities are designed to address both safety and performance aspects of your products while meeting regional and international standards, including:

• EMC testing
• Electrical Product Safety testing
• Radio and Wireless testing (Bluetooth SIG, Wi-Fi, 5G)
• Cellular testing
• Battery testing
• Product safety testing to the Low Voltage Directive (LVD)

• HAC (Hearing Aid Compatibility) testing

• OTA (Over-the-Air) performance testing
• SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) evaluation

• RoHS compliance testing for electronic equipment

• Human factors and usability testing for consumer devices
• Accuracy testing for non-medical applications in sports, aviation, VR, touchless tablets, and industrial applications

Your consumer electronics face rigorous safety and performance requirements before they can reach global markets. Element test a wide range of devices, from simple electrical products to sophisticated wireless-enabled technology, ensuring they meet all applicable standards. We provide a one-stop-shop service offering, covering EMC, product safety, radio performance and RF exposure assessments. Our expertise covers the full spectrum of consumer electronics, including:

• Computers and IT equipment with and without radio connectivity
• Induction cooking appliances with sophisticated microprocessors
• Utility meters with wireless capabilities
• Wearable technology with advanced electronics
• Wireless power charging (WPT) devices
• Household appliances containing safety-critical electronics
• Smart Technologies (Matter enabled)
• Consumer wellness devices and non-medical monitoring products
• Cellular devices and smart phones

You receive complete support throughout your product testing and certification journey. Our expert team evaluates your products early in development to identify potential issues, preventing costly redesigns and delays. We guide you through the entire conformity process, managing administrative requirements while you focus on innovation. Our approach helps you by:

• Evaluating products at the early development stage
• Identifying potential compliance issues before they delay market entry
• Providing advice on relevant standard requirements
• Guiding you through specific authorization routes (declaration of conformity or certification) based on your product type
• Saving time and reducing administrative costs

Global certification expertise
Your products require different certifications depending on your target markets. Our global network of local experts specialize in obtaining the necessary approvals for local, regional and international certification schemes, streamlining your international expansion through:

• IECEE CB Scheme certification
• CE Marking for Europe
• UKCA Marking for the United Kingdom
• FCC certification for North America
• ISED certification for Canada
• KC for Korea
• Nationally Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL) for North America
• Radio Equipment Directive (RED) for Europe
• RCM mark for Australia and New Zealand
• VCCI for Japan
• Third-party certifications such as VDL certification for consumer wellness products

Our expert team operates from tech hubs across the world, providing global access to our expert capabilities. Find your nearest lab on our Locations Page.