Wireless Coexistence Testing

Ensure flawless performance of your wireless-enabled medical, consumer and industrial devices even in today's crowded wireless environments. Our comprehensive Wireless Coexistence Testing helps you achieve global compliance while maintaining reliable functionality. As your single-source testing and certification partner, we provide fast and reliable market access to 161+ countries, simplifying the testing and compliance journey, and offer guidance from concept to market access and beyond.

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What is Wireless Coexistence Testing at Element?

Wireless coexistence testing evaluates how multiple electronic devices interact and perform within shared wireless environments. As wireless technologies advance and the number of wirelessly connected products increases exponentially, this testing becomes critical. At Element, we provide comprehensive assessment services that measure your product's ability to function effectively alongside other wireless technologies, from smart phones to medical devices, identifying potential interference issues that could impact performance and critical safety functions.

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What Can Element Offer You For Wireless Coexistence Testing?

Key Tests Offered

At Element, we work with you throughout the testing process to perform thorough, comprehensive wireless coexistence testing that evaluates product performance in high-volume, crowded environments. Our methodology follows industry-recognized standards like ANSI C63.27 and AIM 7351731. We conduct compatibility, susceptibility, and immunity testing to thoroughly assess performance in high-volume environments. These tests identify potential interference issues, measure operational integrity under various conditions, and provide actionable insights for product improvement.

  • Wireless Coexistence Testing Services 
  • Compatibility with other wireless systems 
  • Susceptibility to interference 
  • Immunity testing 
  • Risk assessment for medical applications 

Products We Test

We specialize in testing a wide range of wireless-enabled products across medical, consumer, transportation, and industrial sectors. Our expertise extends from life-critical medical devices requiring stringent verification to consumer electronics operating in crowded wireless environments. We test complete systems as well as individual components to ensure each element of your wireless ecosystem performs reliably under real-world conditions. 

  • Medical devices  
  • Consumer electronics and household appliances  
  • Industrial equipment  
  • Automotive systems and components  
  • Aerospace systems and components  
  • Defense systems 
  • Multi-device wireless systems 
  • IoT devices and networks 

Methods And Solutions Offered

We partner with you throughout the testing process to ensure your wireless products meet all performance and regulatory requirements. Our Early Stage Qualification (ESQ) provides test planning services that help you design with certification in mind. We develop custom testing protocols to replicate real-world scenarios, offer detailed performance analysis, and provide recommendations to optimize your product design and mitigate risks. Our trusted approach helps ensure fast and efficient access to your target markets.

  • ANSI C63.27 test methodologies 
  • AIM 7351731 testing procedures 
  • Custom test environment creation 
  • Early Stage Qualification (ESQ) 
  • Design optimization recommendations 

Medical device regulatory expertise 
Our specialized team understands the unique challenges faced by medical device manufacturers. We provide comprehensive support for FDA and MDR requirements and international standards compliance, helping you navigate the complex regulatory landscape for wireless medical technology. Our expertise extends beyond testing to include risk management guidance and documentation support throughout your product development cycle. 

  • FDA regulatory compliance support 
  • Medical device safety assessment 
  • International standards expertise 
  • Risk management guidance 
  • Complete documentation assistance 

Cutting-Edge Equipment We Use

Our state-of-the-art laboratories are equipped with specialized testing environments and tools designed to accurately measure wireless performance and coexistence capabilities. We maintain calibrated test chambers that can simulate various wireless conditions and interference scenarios, allowing us to provide reliable, repeatable test results that accurately predict real-world performance.

  • Specialized RF testing chambers 
  • Signal measurement equipment 
  • Environmental simulation tools 
  • Interference generation systems 
  • Data acquisition and analysis platforms 

Which Labs Offer This Service

Element operates dedicated, full-service EMC, radio, and safety testing facilities throughout the US, Europe and Asia. Our strategically located laboratories enable convenient access to expert testing services, regardless of your location. Each facility is staffed with wireless specialists who understand both the technical and regulatory aspects of wireless coexistence testing.

Standards we test to and products we test

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Standards we test to include ANSI C63.27 and AIM 7351731.

Our independent certification services can support you with fast and efficient access to your target markets:

  • UKCA Marking 
  • Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 

Your Challenges, Our Solutions

Performance in crowded environments

Your wireless devices must function flawlessly even as bandwidth becomes increasingly congested. We simulate high-volume wireless environments to test your product's performance, providing valuable insights and recommendations to ensure reliable operation in real-world conditions.

Complex regulatory compliance process

Navigating FDA, FCC, RED, ISED and global requirements can be complex. Our regulatory experts support your compliance program with comprehensive testing services and certification guidance, ensuring a smooth path to market for your wireless devices across 161+ countries worldwide.

Interference risks for safety-critical devices

Wireless interference poses significant risks to safety-critical devices. Our comprehensive testing helps identify potential interference issues early, allowing you to implement design improvements that protect functionality and ensure patient safety before your product reaches the market.

Testing failures requiring costly redesigns

Addressing wireless coexistence late in development can lead to costly redesigns. Our Early Stage Qualification helps you design with certification in mind from the beginning, minimizing testing costs and preventing product failures before they impact your timeline and budget.

Why Choose Element

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Global testing network

Access dedicated wireless testing facilities throughout the US Europe and Asia with a single testing partner.

Medical device specialty

Benefit from specialized expertise in wireless medical device testing that addresses both technical performance and regulatory requirements.

Comprehensive certification support

Navigate complex market access requirements with our support for FCC, ISED, CE, UKCA, RED and global certifications.

Early design collaboration

Minimize costs and prevent failures with our Early Stage Qualification approach to testing and certification.

Frequently asked questions

How does wireless coexistence impact medical device safety?

As wireless device usage increases, interference risks grow, potentially affecting safety-critical functions in medical devices. Comprehensive wireless coexistence testing helps identify these risks early, allowing manufacturers to implement mitigations that ensure products remain safe and effective for patients even in crowded wireless environments.

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