Internet of Things (IoT) Testing and Certification

Accelerate your product’s time to market with Element’s Internet of Things (IoT) Testing Certification services. Our comprehensive testing ensures functionality, security, and interoperability, helping you meet industry standards and customer expectations. With fast turnaround times, expert advisory, and access to state-of-the-art facilities, we help you bring reliable, market-ready IoT devices to a global audience faster and with confidence.

IoT Testing Services and IoT Certification
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What is IoT Testing and Certification?

The IoT is a network of connected technologies and devices that facilitates easier, faster communication, both between the devices themselves and to the cloud. IoT testing and certification involves assessing these devices for functionality, performance, security, interoperability, and compliance with industry standards and regulations to ensure devices are reliable, secure, and market-ready.

At Element, we specialize in testing hardware, software, and connectivity while verifying compatibility with diverse networks and protocols. From evaluating data handling to testing in live network environments, we provide a comprehensive approach to ensure IoT devices meet global expectations.

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What can Element offer you for Internet of Things (IoT) Testing and Certification?

Methods And Solutions Offered

Element provides flexible tailored testing solutions to meet your specific needs whilst ensuring your IoT devices meet industry standards and regulatory requirements. We simulate a range of real-world scenarios, allowing you to predict and plan every eventuality. From early-stage pre-compliance testing and qualification to live network testing, our experts help prevent compliance failures, minimize costly redesigns, and optimize device performance.

Components and Products We Test

Element tests a wide range of IoT devices, including:

  • Cellular Radios 
  • 5G Devices 
  • WiFi Devices 
  • RFID Devices 
  • Bluetooth SIG and BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) Devices 
  • Zigbee & Matter Devices 

Key Tests Offered

Our comprehensive IoT testing services include:

  • Functional testing 
  • Performance testing 
  • Interoperability testing 
  • Protocol testing 
  • Exploratory testing 
  • Application testing 
  • Security testing 
  • Software testing 
  • Usability testing 
  • Specific Absorption Rating (SAR) 
  • Penetration testing 
  • Compatibility testing 
  • Reliability and scalability testing 
  • Pre-deployment testing 
  • Live network testing 
  • Cybersecurity testing 

Cutting-Edge Equipment We Use

Our advanced testing facilities feature state-of-the-art reverb chamber technology, along with traditional anechoic and semi-anechoic chambers, enabling precise and thorough evaluation under real-world scenarios. 

Specialist Testing – IIoT (Industry 4.0)

Element’s IoT experts specialize in Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) testing, integrating smart technology, machine learning, and big data for enhanced connectivity and operations in industrial usages like manufacturing and supply chain management. We ensure that IIoT devices meet rigorous safety, functionality, and interoperability standards through collaboration with standards bodies, industry forums, and manufacturers.

Standards we test to and products we test

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IoT Ecosystems and Protocols we conduct testing for include but are not limited to:

  • Zigbee Certification
  • Matter Certification
  • Ecosystem Interoperability testing
  • Openhome Certification
  • Comcast Ecosystem
  • Icontrol Ecosystem
  • Xfinity Ecosystem
  • Controlscope Certification
  • GE Ecosystem
  • Daintree Ecosystem
  • Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT)
  • Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)
  • CTIA Over the Air (OTA) testing
  • RF Exposure assessment, including SAR
  • FCC, ISED, ETSI, RED, CE, UKCA, KC and MIC testing and certification

Your Challenges, Our Solutions

Navigating Complex Compliance Requirements

Element’s IoT testing and certification simplify the complex regulatory landscape by ensuring your devices meet the necessary global standards. This allows for quick market entry, eliminating potential delays caused by compliance issues and helping you launch without regulatory hurdles.

Securing IoT Devices Effectively

Our comprehensive cybersecurity testing, including penetration testing, uncovers vulnerabilities early in the development process. This proactive approach ensures that your IoT devices are secure from cyber threats and ready for secure deployment, protecting both your product and users.

Ensuring Seamless Device Interoperability

At Element, we rigorously test IoT devices for interoperability with other systems and devices. By simulating real-world environments, we help ensure seamless communication, eliminating connectivity issues, and optimizing your product’s overall performance across different networks and platforms.

Verifying Real-World Device Performance

Element’s live network and reliability testing simulate real-world conditions to validate your device’s performance. We assess scalability, operational efficiency, and reliability under demanding environments, ensuring your IoT device performs as intended in the field, with minimal disruptions.

Why Choose Element

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Global Testing Capabilities

Element offers a broad global testing network, ensuring your product meets local and international standards, no matter where your market is.

Comprehensive Service Offering

We provide end-to-end testing and certification, ensuring that every aspect of your IoT device meets rigorous quality and safety standards.

Expert Testing Engineers

With years of specialized experience, Element’s IoT testing team guarantees precision, reliability, and thoroughness in testing.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Element’s advanced laboratories support cutting-edge IoT testing, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and efficiency in every test.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between IoT and IIoT?

"IIoT" ("Industrial Internet of Things") is a subset of "IoT" (Internet of Things). It focuses more specifically on IoT technology within industrial applications like manufacturing, machine monitoring, predictive maintenance, and supply chain management while IoT encompasses a broader range of consumer-oriented devices like smart speakers, fitness trackers, and connected appliances. 

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