Chemical Compliance/Product Safety/EMC

Our company is planning on moving the Chemical Compliance Department from the Quality Systems Department to the Compliance Engineering Department (Product Safety/EMC). What do you see the advantages are in this restructuring? All responses are appreciated. Regards Joe Martin

ISO 9000

Greetings, Several years ago most manufacturing companies were getting evaluated to ISO 9000 standards. Since that time, there have been some revisions to the standards. Does your company still spend time and money dealing with ISO 9000 and it's revisions. If so, why. If not, why not? I

UL 61010A-1

Greetings, I recently heard that UL released UL 61010A-1 which is their version of EN 61010-1. It is my understanding that this standard will replace UL 3101-1. Does anyone know if the UL version is identical to EN 61010-1: 2001? What is the status for the withdrawal of UL 3101-1? All

Country of Origin/Made in xxx-Revisited

To all, The recent threads on Country of Origin and Made in xxx brought up many questions on this subject. So, I did some research. I appeared to get some answers and also created some more questions. Hopefully, members of the group can confirm or disagree with the items listed below. 1.

Country of Origin

Greetings: Our company is currently reviewing its compliance with the Country of Origin requirements administered by the US International Trade Commission. We have been told from a consultant that we need to improve our program. Based on these recommendations, we have created two phases. Phase

Committee Memberships

To all, I am trying to find out what is required of an individual to become a member of committees that are responsible for creating standards. These committees would include, but not limited to, IEC Technical Committees, Working Groups and ANSI Standards Committees. My question is extremely

IEC 61010-2-081

Greetings, IEC 61010-2-081 ...Particular requirements for automatic and semi-automatic laboratory equipment for analysis and other purposes was published on 12/2001. Is anyone aware if an EN document is in the works? If so, any idea on a date of publication? Thanks Joe Martin Applied

Meaning of Expired in OJ Listings

Greetings, In the OJ's list of harmonized standards section Date of cessation of presumption of conformity of the superseded standard , what is meant when it states Date expired xx? Example: A2 to EN61010-1 has date expired 1.4.2001 URL attached below.

EN 61010: 2001 DOW

Group, Does anyone know what the Date of Withdrawal (DOW) is for EN 61010-1: 2001? This new edition has been listed in the OJ at the web address below. However, there is no Date of cessation listed in the OJ. I have a copy of the standard, yet the Forward Section does not state a DOW.

Re: Japan mains voltage

Darren, The information that I have seen from the two sources listed below is that Japan is nominally 100V 50/60 Hz. The 50 Hz is primarily in Eastern Japan (Tokyo, Kawasaki, Sapporo and Yokohoma). The 60 Hz is primarily in Western Japan (Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya and Hiroshima). Check out the

Creating a Reliability Department

I have been given a consulting opportunity to develop a plan for a Reliability Department for a fairly large manufacturing company of Laboratory Equipment. Since my background is in compliance I could use some advice on how to get started. 1. The goal is to hire one permanent employee and

Teslars???

We have a customer that is concerned about how our product, laboratory equipment, will respond to electromagnetic disturbances from a high speed train that runs close to their lab. The customer states that the disturbance will be around 0.7-1.2 m Teslar. Can someone please explain what the unit

Compliance After Repairs in the Field

Greetings, We are a manufacturer of Laboratory Equipment. We evaluate our products to UL 3101-1, CSA 1010.0 and EN 61010. When we repair a product in the field, which may include replacing power supplies, line filters, etc., what obligations do we have to verify continuing compliance with the

Low Leakage Variac

Greetings, We evaluate our equipment to UL 3101-1, CSA 1010.0 and EN 61010-1. Our existing variable autotransformer adds up to 1mA of leakage current when performing the Current Test section of the Permissible Limits requirements(Sec. 6.3.2.2 allowing 3.5mA in single fault condition). I have

Re: Spray-on Conductive Coatings

UL Recognized Component Category QMRX2 covers parts and enclosures made from polymeric materials that are electroplated, metal foiled, hot stamped, painted, cathode sputtered or vacuum metalizzed. This category approves the combination of the coating applicator, coating thickness, plastic

LISN Calibration

We are in the process of setting up a pre-compliance EMC lab. One of the tests that we will be performing is pre-compliance conducted emissions per EN 61326. I realize that since we are only performing pre-compliance measurements that calibration of the LISN is not required. However, do you

Pre-amps

I am having some difficulties locating manufacturers that provide preamps with a 20-22dB gain. What manufacturer/model do you recommend? Why? Your assistance is appreciated. Regards Joe Martin Applied Biosystems --- This message is from the IEEE EMC

Vertical Ground Plane

ANSI 63.4 clearly specifies the requirements for a vertical ground plane when performing conducted emissions measurements. I was unable to find such clarifications when reviewing CISPR 16. Do the CISPR standards require a vertical ground plane for conducted emissions? If so, where is this

Product Safety Incidents

We currently have a good process for collecting information from product safety incidents in the field. We are now trying to develop a matrix which lists which individuals in our organization should be involved. This involvement should depend on the severity of the incident. Types of

RE: EN 61010-1

Gentlemen, I have a copy of IEC 61010-1 2nd edition. I was not aware of the EN version having been published or listed in the OJ. Does anyone have any information on the EN version of the 2nd edition to 61010-1. Regards Joe Martin richard.pa...@exgate.tek.com@majordomo.ieee.org on

Secondary Grounding

Group, This is a general product safety question: In order to avoid test failures during a single fault condition where the primary ground is removed, what design methods can be used to add a second ground to the system so that a ground is still provided even during a single fault condition of

Antenna Calibration

How often do you calibrate your biconical and log periodic antennas? Why did you choose that interval? Thanks Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer Applied Biosystems --- This message is from the IEEE EMC Society Product Safety Technical Committee

Capacitor Discharge Test

We evaluate our laboratory equipment to UL 3101-1, CSA 1010.1 and EN 61010-1. Section 6.10.3 of UL 3101-1 states If plug pins of cord-connected equipment receive a charge from an internal capacitor, the pins shall not be HAZARDOUS LIVE 5s after disconnection of the supply. We have always

Emissions vs Immunity Survey

Thanks to all who responded to my question on Class A Emissions/Class B Immunity. I would like to do a quantitative analysis of the groups opinion on this issue. The follwoing questions require only yes/no answers. Please do not respond to the group. If you would like the results of this

Final EMC Testing In-House

Group, We are planning to perform final EMC testing in-house for the following tests per EN 61326: EN 61000-4-2 ESD EN 61000-4-4 Line Transients EN 61000-4-5 Surge EN 61000-4-6 Conducted Immunity EN 61000-4-11 Voltage Interruptions EN 61000-3-2 Harmonics EN 61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuations

Comb Generators

Group, In your opinion, what is the best comb generator on the market? Why? Thanks Joe Martin --- This message is from the IEEE EMC Society Product Safety Technical Committee emc-pstc discussion list. To cancel your subscription, send mail to:

Lights for 3-meter Chamber

We are setting up a 3-meter chamber to do some pre-compliance measurements. What are the best low emissions lights to purchase for this chamber. Please be specific as to manufacturer and models. Thanks Joe Martin Applied Biosystems --- This message is

Re: Site Correlation

We are also in the process of setting up a 3 meter indoor site. Would it not be better to compare a 3 meter site to a 3 meter site vs a 10 meter site and add 10db to your limit line? Joe Martin Neven Pischl npis...@cisco.com@ieee.org on 01/11/2001 08:12:38 AM Please respond to Neven

PAT Testing?

Does anyone know what European specifications exist that specify what the earth leakage requirements are for a Portable Appliance Test (PAT)? Also, any assistance on how this test is performed would be helpful. All responses are appreciated. Regards Joe Martin Applied Biosystems

EU Coniferous Wood Packaging Requirements

Does anyone have an official document or know where such a document can be obtained that details the European Unions requirement for treatment of coniferous wood packaging materials and includes the required implementation date? All responses are appreciated. Regards Joe Martin Applied

Re: EN 61000-3-3 Flicker Tests

Bruce, My guess is that your customer is declaring compliance to the EMC Directive under EN 61326 Class A. EN 61326 defines Class A equipment in Section 3.4 as Equipment suitable for use in establishments other than domestic, and those directly connected to a low voltage power supply network

Testing as a system for harmonics?

One of our products is sold as a system with several other non-connected products as well as a computer system and printer. We brought this product to a well known EMC Testing facility to perform Harmonics testing. They required that we plugged our product, as well as all of the peripheral

Re: EMC/EMI Training

Keith, My two favorite books are Noise Reduction Techniques in Electronic Systems by Henry Ott, and Controlling Radiated Emissions by Design by Michel Mardiguian Regards Joe Martin Product Safety/EMC Engineer Keith Zell zell...@pmifeg.com on 09/15/2000 07:25:31 AM Please respond to

Near Field Versus Far Field

I am having a difficult time answering the following question for a non-technical person. Hopefully, someone can put the answer into a language that a non-technical person can understand. We have a 400 MHz clock and are failing radiated emissions at 10 meters by 10 dB at 400 MHz. We bring

Certification for FDA Process

I have seen many seminars available providing various information on the FDA Approval process for Diagnostic Equipment and pharmaceutical approvals. Is anyone aware of a program where an individual can get some type of certification or detailed educational training on these FDA processes?

UL Acceptance of On-Line Manuals

We are planning to switch over to an on-line system for our User Manuals. Does anyone have any experience with using an on-line system? Does the user have the same access as with paper manuals? What are the downsides of such a system? Has anyone dealt with UL and the European Union on their

Alternatives to Meeting EN 61000-3-3

We manufacture laboratory equipment and have some thermal cyclers that do not meet the limits of EN 61000-3-3. We have unsuccessfully attempted design modifications to meet this requirement. According to 61000-3-3, equipment not meeting the requirements of 61000-3-3 may be subject to

EN 61000-3-2/3 Amendments

Amendment prA14 to EN 61000-3-2 clearly states in Section 7 that For the following categories of equipment limits are not specified in this editon of the standard...Professional equipment with a total rated power greater than 1kW. Is anyone aware of a similar exception for professional

Global Engineering Change Process

Associates, The following subject is not related to our normal subject matter, however, I am hoping that some of you can provide me with some useful information for establishing a global engineering change order process. Several years ago, we were a small company with all business activities

RE: Waste Directive/Lab Equipment

Richard, You can get a copy of the second draft, I think a third draft is almost complete, at the following location www.svtc.org/cleancc/weeedir.htm. Regards Joe Martin wo...@sensormatic.com on 04/04/2000 10:19:42 AM To: Joe P Martin/FOS/PEC@PEC cc: Subject: RE: Waste

Waste Directive/Lab Equipment

Annex 1A and 1B of the Second Draft of the Proposal for a Directive on Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment specifies categories and examples of equipment that is covered by the Directive. In the section for Medical Equipment Systems it specifies Laboratory equipment for in-vitro

EMC Labs in Sacramento CA.??

Is anyone aware of any EMC labs in or around Sacramento California? Regards Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer marti...@pebio.com - This message is coming from the emc-pstc discussion list. To cancel your subscription, send mail to majord...@ieee.org with the single line:

China Packaging/Crating Requirements

Is anyone aware of any requirements in China on wood packaging/ crating materials or special wood treatments required for crates or pallets? All responses are appreciated. Regards Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer marti...@pebio.com - This message is coming from the emc-pstc

U.S. Product Liability Laws

Colleagues, Can someone please provide me with the names and standard numbers of Product Liability Laws for the United States. Your help is appreciated. Regards Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer P.E. Biosystems marti...@pebio.com - This message is coming from the emc-pstc

Re: EN 61326

Lisa The DOW for EN 61326 is July 1, 2001. Regards Joe Martin P.E. Biosystems lisa_cef...@mksinst.com on 01/04/2000 08:59:42 AM Please respond to lisa_cef...@mksinst.com To: emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org cc:(bcc: Joe P Martin/FOS/PEC) Subject: EN 61326 Could someone

Spread Spectrum Clocks

Group, Are there any issues with using spread spectrum clocks for products shipping into the European Union?? All responses are appreciated. Regards, Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer marti...@pebio.com - This message is coming from the emc-pstc discussion list. To cancel

IEC 61010-1 2nd Edition

I recently heard that the second edition of IEC 61010-1 was to be released mid 2000. Does this 2nd edition just combine 61010-1 with it's two amendments, or is there new and exciting sections? All responses are appreciated. Regards Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer P.E. Biosystems

EU Metric Directive

Does anyone have an official update on the Metric Directive 80/181/EEC. The latest information I have is that there was a proposal amending the Directive allowing for a 10 year transition period through December 31, 2009. This proposal was published in the OJ. All responses are appreciated.

Results of SLIM Recommendations

Is anyone aware of the results of the SLIM III recommendations per the Report of the SLIM III Team on Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (89/336/EEC as amended) dated 9/98. I had heard that the Commission was going to produce a Communication to the Council of Ministers and the European

Kill Switch Requirements

Is anyone aware of any requirements anywhere in the world stating that a device that is considered a transport mechanism must have a red kill switch or button on the unit. This question came from an associate of mine while talking with potential customers in Scotland. We certify our product

Immunity Problems ??

EMC Professionals, We have 42 of the same instruments installed in one laboratory. They are each installed on their own dedicated line. On a regular basis, an instrument will shut down during a run. The instrument that shuts down is different each time. These instruments are laboratory

Language labeling requirements

As a manufacturer of laboratory equipment that is designed to meet EN 61010-1 per the LVD, what is our obligation/requirement for providing instrument labeling and support documentation in the languages of the many countries that we ship our products. All

Emissions testing with support equipment

EMC Professionals, Our equipment requires the use of a personal computer to operate. We sell these PC's with our system. We test radiated emissions as a system including the PC. We have recently tested PC's from two very well known PC manufacturers. They

Re: Required Margin for EMI?

Scott, Last year, CENELEC attempted to formalize a common practice for measurement uncertainty (prEN50222). It failed. In November 1997, during the CISPR/A meeting a decision was made to issue a new international Committee Draft (CD) on this issue. I have

Indoor vs Outdoor Emissions Testing

I am looking for opinions from group members on the advantages and disadvantages between a 10m anechoic chamber and a 10m OATS. All input is appreciated. Thanks Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer P.E. Biosystems marti...@pebio.com

EN 61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuations

We are all aware of all of the issues relating to the Harmonics standard EN 61000-3-2. Is anyone aware of any proposed changes or issues with EN 61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuations? Thanks Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer P.E. Applied

EN 61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuations

We are all aware of all of the issues relating to the Harmonics standard EN 61000-3-2. Is anyone aware of any proposed changes or issues with EN 61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuations? Thanks Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer P.E. Applied

Re[2]: Professional Equipment EN 61000-3-2

) in electronic format? If possible I would like to review this before buying the document. Doug Powell Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. Fort Collins, Colorado USA -- From: MartinJP To: emc-p...@ieee.org Subject: Professional Equipment EN 61000-3-2

Professional Equipment EN 61000-3-2

Amendment 1 to EN 61000-3-2 includes a new definition of professional equipment. I have the new EN 61000-3-2 1998 on order, yet I need to get this new definition asap. Can someone please provide me with this definition. Thanks Joe Martin

Re[2]: Peripherals

In order to meet the requirements of the EMC Directive, it has always been my understanding that the complete system must be tested. This refers to any peripherals that are necessary to operate the EUT and any other peripherals that the manufacturer states are part of the

EN 55011 Revised

I just read in the Conformity newsletter that the revised edition of EN 55011 has been accepted. Does anybody know what the proposed DOW is? Thanks Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer P.E. Applied Biosystems marti...@perkin-elmer.com

Re: EN61000-3-2 Harmonics testing 16 amps ITE equipment

Gary, EN 61000-3-2 is not an immunity requirement. It is an emissions requirement. It is not related to EN 50082-1 1997. You will get different opinions as to the required implementation date for products which did not fall under EN 60555 standards. If

In-Vitro Diagnostics Directive

Does anyone know the current status of the In-Vitro Diagnostics Directive? I have a copy of the draft submitted by the Commission on 19 April 1995. European Community Quarterly Review newsletter had stated that final adoption of the directive is

Re: IEC 1000-3-2, -3

Jody, We currently use a Fluke 41B Harmonics Analyzer to do preliminary harmonics testing. We have found it to be satisfactory for performing preliminary measurements. I was never able to find a reasonable flicker meeting for preliminary testing of

Re: FDA Modernization Program

Michael, Try the FDA website at www.fda.gov Joe Martin marti...@perkin-elmer.com __ Reply Separator _ Subject: FDA Modernization Program Author: sitar...@kodak.com at INTERNET List-Post:

Re[2]: IEC 825-1

Steven, The United States laser safety standard 21 CFR 1040 is regulated by the FDA/CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health). The CDRH website is www.fda.gov/cdrh/index.html Good luck. Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer

CE Marking in Canada???

One of our suppliers has told us that they are allowed to ship products into Canada using the CE mark in-lieu of the normal approval marks such as CSA, cUL, etc. Does anyone have any information on this? Thanks Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety

Diagnostic Requirements

To All, What domestic and international product safety and EMC requirements would laboratory equipment used for diagnostic applications fall under? This equipment may be located in a hospital, yet it would not be patient connected or in the same room as

Re: China contact

Andy, Try the CCEE (China Commission for Conformity Certification of Electrical Equipment) Telephone # +86(10)68336219 Fax# +86(10)68360907 Good luck Joe Martin EMC/Product Safety Engineer P.E. Applied Biosystems

Re: FW: Fwd:EN61326 relative to ISM and ITE

Moshe, We currently test all of our new products to EN 61326-1 Class B. The radiated emission limits, as well as line conducted limits, are the same for Class B equipment as defined in EN 55011. The DOW is July 1, 2001. If you plan to be selling your product past July 1, 2001, it may be best

Re: CE Demo Units f.u.

One more comment, What is the intent of the EMC Directive? If every manufacturer who shipped products to the EU had a couple of non-compliant demo units running,(that's a lot of products), by their own employees, at a customer test site in the EU, with signs all over the place would we be

Product Safety Engineer Job Opportunity

To all, P.E. Applied Biosystems located in the San Francisco Bay area has an immediate opening for a Product Safety/EMC/Regulatory Compliance Engineer. This individual will be responsible for reviewing designs to help our products comply with safety and EMC regulations. This individual will