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ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (EMC)

One-stop-shop for Directive 2014/30/EU compliance

Our services support manufacturers in preparing products for EU market access through identification of applicable EMC requirements, assessment of technical documentation, and coordination of EMC testing activities.

EMC compliance ensures that electrical and electronic equipment does not generate excessive electromagnetic disturbance and maintains adequate immunity to external interference under intended operating conditions.

our approach to EMC certification process

The implementation approach is tailored to the organizations’s role within the various industries, including:

Medical and healthcare device manufacturers

Oil&Gas and petrochemical facilities

Energy generation, transmission, and distribution

Automotive and e-mobility technologies

Consumer electronics and household appliances

Power supplies, converters, and battery systems

Directive 2014/30/EU establishes the electromagnetic compatibility requirements for equipment placed on the European market. The Directive ensures that equipment:

  • Does not generate excessive electromagnetic emissions 
  • Maintains sufficient immunity to electromagnetic disturbances 
  • Can operate as intended in its environment without interference

 

Assessment is typically performed against relevant harmonised standards and includes evaluation of:

  • Radiated and conducted emissions 
  • Immunity to electrostatic discharge (ESD) 
  • Immunity to radiated RF fields 
  • Electrical fast transients (EFT) 
  • Surge and voltage dips 
  • Conducted disturbances 

emc (Directive 2014/30/EU) certification process

Scope definition & Readiness Review

Review of product type, operating environment, and intended use to confirm applicable EMC requirements under Directive 2014/30/EU.

Documentation and Technical Review

Evaluation of technical documentation and design characteristics affecting emission and immunity performance.

EMC Testing Coordination

Coordination of emission and immunity testing and support in addressing non-conformities where identified.

Documentation and Market Readiness

Preparation of documentation suitable for CE technical file and placing products on the EU market.

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EMC requirements apply to most electrical and electronic equipment capable of generating electromagnetic disturbances or whose performance may be affected by such disturbances. Device classification is determined based on the product’s intended use, operating environment, functionality, power characteristics, and applicable harmonised standards.

The classification process identifies the relevant EMC standards, test methods, emission limits, and immunity requirements that apply to the product. A technical review is typically required to determine the appropriate compliance pathway and testing scope.

Is a Notified Body always required under EMC?

No. In most cases, the EMC Directive (2014/30/EU) allows manufacturers to demonstrate compliance through internal production control and application of relevant harmonised standards without the involvement of a Notified Body.

However, manufacturers remain responsible for ensuring that their products comply with the applicable EMC requirements, maintaining technical documentation, and issuing the EU Declaration of Conformity. Where harmonised standards are not fully applied or specific technical questions arise, additional expert assessment may be beneficial.

Common issues identified during EMC readiness reviews include incomplete technical documentation, incorrect application of harmonised standards, insufficient consideration of EMC requirements during product design, inadequate grounding or shielding measures, and missing risk assessments related to electromagnetic disturbances.

Other frequently observed gaps include unclear product classification, incomplete test plans, missing supporting documentation, and design features that may lead to non-compliance during emission or immunity testing.

An EMC readiness review helps identify these issues before formal testing, reducing the risk of delays, retesting, and additional development costs.

In many cases, existing technical documentation can be used as a basis for EMC assessment. Documents such as product specifications, electrical schematics, block diagrams, user manuals, risk assessments, and previous test reports may support the evaluation process.

However, additional documentation may be required depending on the product type, applicable standards, and intended operating environment. This may include EMC-specific design information, installation instructions, component data, test plans, or other evidence necessary to demonstrate compliance with the applicable EMC requirements.

A documentation review can help identify any gaps and determine whether additional information is needed before testing or conformity assessment activities begin.

 

The time required for EMC preparation depends on the complexity of the product, the completeness of the available documentation, the applicable standards, and the product’s readiness for testing.

For products with well-developed technical documentation and established designs, the preparation phase may take only a several days. More complex products or those requiring design modifications, additional documentation, or pre-compliance evaluations may require several weeks.

Early review of product documentation and applicable EMC requirements can help identify potential issues and reduce delays during testing and conformity assessment activities.

For most electrical and electronic equipment placed on the EU market, EMC assessment is part of the CE conformity assessment requirements under the EMC Directive. The exact obligations depend on the product category and applicable regulations.

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