Mobile World Congress Americas 2017

Mobile World Congress AmericasMWC USA 2017
Join 7layers at the booth of its parent company Bureau Veritas at GSMA Mobile World Congress Americas.

GSMA Mobile World Congress Americas 2017
San Francisco, California, USA
Moscone Convention Center
September 12-14, 2017
Hall North, Stand N.136

The MWC Americas Conference has taken over for CTIA Super Mobility Week. Mobile World Congress Americas will consist of a conference program featuring high level key-notes from respected business leaders and leading industry experts on topics and issues that challenge the wireless industry.Bureau Veritas smartworld labs of which 7layers is an integral part

At the conference you can meet the Bureau Veritas smartworld laboratories of which the 7layers engineering centers and accredited wireless test labs, form an integral part. Bureau Veritas together with 7layers supports manufacturers, suppliers to market and IoT Services providers to meet the requirements of the smarter world.

7layers will present

  • Services for M2M industries
    helping you meet market access requirements such as PTCRB, GCF, LoRa, Bluetooth, FCC, CE, etc. for M2M products and applications
  • RF consulting services
    supporting you if you need a little RF expertise or a complete development package from 7layers
  • Smart IoT Services development
    setting up and maintaining a successful IoT Services process is complex and requires a deep insight into the demands of various stakeholders
  • Services for wearables
    overcome the challenges associated with the use of wireless technologies on the body with our RF expertise and know how.
  • Services for smart home
    meet the demanding user requirements, interoperability challenges of a smart home service with the help if the wireless test and smart home expertise of 7layers
  • Services for automotive
    from preliminary consulting to certification testing for the automotive industry
  • Services for mobile devices, chipsets and modules
    from GSM to Smartphones, a wealth of experience for a smarter world
  • Interlab EVO
    see a demo of 7layers’ newest Interlab product, a complete test management system for laboratories, manufacturers and certification organizations
  • Interlab test solutions
    reliable, adaptable, automated products that deliver consistent and reproducible results

Contact

If you would like to speak with 7layers at Mobile World Congress Americas, contact us at info@7layers.com

Meet us at ConCar Expo

7layers to present at ConCar ExpoAutomotive Mobility and V2X conference

ConCar – international trade fair for connected car and mobility solutions

5 – 6 July 2017
Germany
ESTREL BERLIN
Convention Hall II
Sonnenallee 225
12057 Berlin

In parallel to the ConCar Expo participants can join VDI specialist conferences on the connected car world, including topics such as automotive driving, HMI and connectivity, IT security and digital infrastructure.

7layers’ Martin Albrink gives a speech on 5th July on “V2X Opportunities and Challenges” as part of the VDI conference on “Digital Infrastructure & Automotive Mobility”.

Meet us during the VDI conference for in-depth information on V2X solutions
or contact info@7layers.com directly and arrange a meeting with us, to find out more about 7layers involvement and services for V2X solutions.

 

 

PTCRB celebrates 20th anniversary

PTCRB celebrates 20th anniversary
Last week the North American certification forum PTCRB celebrated its 20th anniversary in Toronto

Cellular digital communication based on GSM was started in North America middle of the 90s. During 1997 the then cellular carriers Bell South, Microcell, Western Wireless and others, initiated a new certification scheme for Mobile Phones, called “PTCRB”.

History of PTCRB

Initially PCS 1900 (GSM 1900) and later on GSM 850 were the first ETSI technologies being used in the US and Canada. The PTCRB certification approach was supported from day one by Europeans who had already gained experience with ETSI technologies and joined standards some years before, when GSM was introduced in Germany, Denmark, France and the UK.

Mr. Thomas Jaeger, director business development at 7layers, who is currently chairmen of the PTCRB Validation Group (PVG), was one of the foundation members of the PTCRB. He is the only one who has supported the North American certification requirements without any interruption until today. Based on a very close and continuous cooperation with the North American network carriers and other stakeholders, it was possible to establish and maintain a joint certification scheme on a very high level, thus enhancing the user experience with regard to interoperability and quality.

PTCRB and the IoT

Today the next evolutionary level is on its way, aiming for the Internet of Things (IoT) with smart devices collecting and exchanging data worldwide. PVG has already established the initial technical measures, required to verify the related technologies which will be implemented in various combinations and in multiple frequency bands. With this very significant step, PTCRB is supporting the evolution from the “connecting people level” to the “connecting machines and smart objects level” of the information society.

At its 88th meeting last week, PTCRB celebrated 20 years of success in providing a joint framework for the certification of mobile phones and wireless connected devices. The celebration was sponsored by 7layers, a leading organization for the certification of smart, connected devices.

 

Mobile World Congress Shanghai

mwcs17_prMobile World Congress Shanghai

28 June – 1 July 2017
Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)
Entrance Hall 2 (North) / Entrance Hall 1 (South)
2345 Longyang Road
Pudong, Shanghai, 201204

Booth W2.B01

Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, parent company of 7layers, is exhibiting at Mobile World Congress Shanghai to present its BV Augmented Reality

For more information please contact: marketing@7layers.com

 

automation meets wireless

all about automation – essen

Meet 7layers at automation meets wireless, a new congress, parallel to all about automation

automation meets wireless

21 – 22 June 2017
Germany
Messe Essen
Norbertstrasse
South Entrance
Hall 1A, Booth 231

As an experienced wireless specialist, 7layers will present is engineering services and comprehensive test & certification portfolio at this fast growing event for the first time. We look forward to meeting and supporting you to make your automation projects run smoothly.

Join the praxis-oriented congress at automation meets wireless on 22 June 2017, 10:00 am onwards and listen to 7layers on:

Embedding wireless technologies in smart automation process

  • Why to enhance factory automation processes with wireless connectivity
  • Which aspects to consider when choosing a wireless technology for sensors and actors in a manufacturing environment.
  • Rules & Regulations wireless connected devices have to adhere to and how to streamline the market access process

For more information please contact: info@7layers.com

or download our Industrial Internet of Things Brochure: 7layers IIOT Brochure

 

 

 

 

 

automotive testing expo

automotive testing expo 2017

7layers presents its wireless services for the automotive industry at this leading event

20 – 22 June 2017automotive testing expo
Germany
Messe Stuttgart
Messepiazza 1
Hall1, Booth 1904

Whether you are interested in V2X (car to car) communications, develop advanced driver assistance systems, automotive infotainment devices or short range devices or tracking systems – when it comes to the integration of wireless technologies, antenna optimization or global market access services – 7layers is amongst the most experienced wireless experts you can turn to.

Join us for more information at the automotive testing expo – booth 1904 – and listen to our speaker at the Open Technology Forum, 20 June 17 at 3:20 pm, about “Connected-Car-Technology”. We will explain the various technologies used for V2X communication, their use cases and upcoming certification processes, with a special focus on the USDOT certification program valid for North America.

As a service provider for leading automotive industry suppliers and OEM’s 7layers has years of experience in providing engineering, test and certification services for factory-fitted and aftermarket automotive devices as well as for the growing number of services based on V2X communications. Working together with numerous connected vehicle organizations enables us to support the development of specifications and to gain valuable insights into upcoming requirements. By combining these with our engineering capabilities, we are able to offer test services for many areas at an early stage.

7layers solutions for wireless automotive devices & services

Contact info@7layers.com and make your appointment with the 7layers automotive team.

Accelerating the digital in-car revolution

Accelerating the digital in-car revolution
Benefit from 7layers, an expert in certification program development and smart world testing, to accelerate vehicle-to-X developments

Ratingen, Germany, 22 May 2017: In future, the world will experience a completely new kind of “mobile device”. The digital in-car revolution will turn our beloved vehicles into something more like a connected device on wheels! While passengers will have access to Internet, emails and entertainment just like at home, the vehicle itself will communicate with its environment for improved road safety, reduced congestion, smoother parking and other vehicle-connected services.

To bring such developments forward, the US Department of Transportation (US DOT) for example is currently working on a connected-vehicle certification program which is expected to be released this year. To support this development, the US DOT chose three certification service providers, one of which is 7layers, a company with many years’ experience in developing certification programs for mobile devices and technologies. Their vision is to develop a self-sustaining certification program that supports the deployment of DSRC (dedicated short range communication) based vehicle-to-X (V2X) services. The US DOT program is expected to focus on the assurance of a minimum set of quality standards and to aim at ensuring interoperability of OEM equipment, eventually leading to a choice of connected-vehicle service systems. To achieve the necessary certification, testing must be conducted by independent third-party test laboratories. Based on its outstanding experience in testing and certifying wireless in-car technologies such as MirrorLink, DSRC, GNSS, and also Bluetooth®, Qi, GSM, LTE etc., 7layers is preparing to become one of the first laboratories able and ready to test in accordance with the upcoming US DOT standards.

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While the US is already paving the way for V2X services, Europe is currently lagging behind. Nevertheless, the first harmonized V2X services, which are widely applicable systems for automated emergency calls, are now ready to capture the market. Whereas ERA-GLONASS is already in operation in Russia, eCall-enabled cars are expected to be launched in the EU mid of next year. 7layers, together with its parent company Bureau Veritas, is prepared to support its customers with the required market access services.

eCall and ERA-GLONASS are defined by legal requirements. The proprietary V2X services that will be driving the digital in-car revolution however are not solely subject to existing legal requirements. Additional rules need to be in place if proprietary V2X services are to be reliable, safe and secure. “As an expert in wireless communications, 7layers has already supported the development of several proprietary verification & validation programs for the automotive sector”, explains Angela Spielberg, Consultant, Technology & Services Development at 7layers. For future projects, such experiences can be ideally combined with our competence and involvement in the development of leading connected-car technologies such as cellular V2X or 802.11p.” This capability, together with 7layers’ web-based Interlab EVO Test Management System for efficient test and certification processes, forms a solid basis to bring future-oriented V2X services on the road to success.

About 7layers: 7layers is a group of engineering & test centers specializing in wireless technologies. The organization supports the development, testing and market access processes of connected devices, as well as the set-up and maintenance of smart IoT services. Stakeholders in IoT processes, such as manufacturers and suppliers of connected devices, wireless component manufacturers, network operators, application developers and the service providers themselves benefit from using 7layers services and supporting tools.
7layers services for connected devices encompass antenna and module integration; RF consulting; Radio/EMC testing, interoperability, field and conformance testing; certification as well as international type approval (RED, FCC, ISED Canada etc.).
IoT processes are supported with technical consulting, analysis of suitable technologies, reviewing requirements, benchmarking plus the development of specifications, quality policies, test specifications and test cases. 7layers also provides the new Interlab EVO Test Management System for the verification lifecycle management of connected devices and Smart Services.
7layers’ service centers and/or accredited test labs are located in the USA, Germany and Asia. 7layers belongs to the Bureau Veritas Group, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification, serving a large variety of industries.
More information at: www.7layers.com and www.bureauveritas.com/cps        Contact: Brigitte.Lewis@7layers.com

Internet of Things World

Internet of Things WorldInternet of Things World

Join 7layers and over 11,000 other attendees at the “Internet of Things World” in Santa Clara, CA.

May 16 – 18, 2017
Santa Clara Convention Center
Santa Clara, CA,
USA
Booth #1243

By visiting 7layers and other IoT companies you can learn about upcoming IoT trends, technologies and opportunities.
7layers will be presenting its services and products for IoT manufacturers and Smart Service providers. Come to our booth to learn how we are tailoring our services to a variety of industries developing smart world solutions. We support companies across a wide range of wireless technologies such as LTE, Bluetooth®, LoRaWAN, ZigBee, and many others. 7layers is a trusted partner for many IoT manufacturers, smart service providers and wireless industry associations for consulting, engineering, testing and market access.

  • Services for M2M Industries
    helping you meet market access requirements such as PTCRB, GCF, LoRA, Bluetooth, FCC, CE, etc. for M2M products and applications
  • Services for Automotive
     from preliminary consulting to certification testing and international type approval for the automotive industry
  • Services for Wearables
    overcoming the challenges associated with the use of wireless technologies on the body with our RF expertise and know how
  • RF Consulting Services
    remove obstacles to integrating wireless technologies with the help from 7layers RF consulting services
  • Smart Services
    setting up and maintaining a successful smart services process is complex and requires a deep insight into the demands of various stakeholders

Don’t miss an opportunity to speak with a market access expert and reserving a time to speak with 7layers today by contacting us at info@7layers.com

RED Intro-Seminar

Detailed information about the new RED Directive
plus updates on other market access rules for wireless devicesRED Intor Seminar at 7layers

Don’t miss the second 7layers RED Intro-Seminar!        

19 May 2017
7layers – Tryp Hotel
Am Schimmersfeld 9
40880 Ratingen, NRW
Germany

Due to the large interest in our initial RED Intro Seminar, taking place on 30 March 2017, we will repeat this one-day event. It gives you insight into the changes from R&TTE to RED, applicable for wireless connected devices from June 2017 onwards. In addition we provide information on international type approval and family certification procedures, to help you speed up market access processes. A tour through our accredited test lab provides insight in our daily work. The seminar will be held in English.

Register early, against a contribution of 185,00€ net, including lunch, catering and seminar material (print and digitized). Use our registration form below or contact marketing@7layers.com directly and secure your seat in our popular seminar as soon as possible, as the number of participants is restricted.

START: 9:00 am

  • Understanding the RED directive
    General principles and key changes from R&TTE to RED
  • The RED certification process
    CE marking and certification / role of the notified body / market surveillance …
  • The RED test process
    Setting-up RED test processes, comparison testing between R&TTE and RED testing

LUNCH: 12:00 am

  • Lab-tour
    Get an insight into some of our test set-ups for Radio/EMC, OTA, Bluetooth(R) and LoRa
  • Global type approval
    International type approval issues with special focus on FCC (USA) and ISED Canada (former IC Canada) rules and regulations.
  • Product family certification strategies
    Certification strategies for wireless connected devices with many variants. Learn how to ensure compliance and reduce risks.
  • Bluetooth qualification and listing
    Bluetooth product types and versions – up to 5.0 / Listing policies / Test & qualification requirements for devices with integrated Bluetooth modules / Regulatory requirements for Bluetooth connected devices (RED, FCC, ISED Canada) / Setting up a Bluetooth Compliance folder.

END: 5:00 pm

Registration:

Please use this form  Registration-2nd-7layers-RED Seminar-May-2017
to register for the event, ad please do not forget to add your billing address and order number, in case this is important for your company.

Contact:
marketing@7layers.com

Threatening news on RED?

Threatening news on RED?
Did recent news on the upcoming RED confuse you?

Recent news regarding the implementation of the new Radio Equipment Directive (RED), which is due to become valid in the EU on 12 June 2017 has confused many manufacturers and suppliers.
The news threatened that devices with radio capabilities might be banned from sales in the EU from June 17 onwards due to a lack of new RED standards.

The EU commission has now released a statement that clarifies the situation

  • The new RED regulations became necessary due to the increasing number of devices with integrated radio capabilities on the market.
  • The aim of the RED is to ensure that all electrical and electronic devices that emit or receive radio waves adhere to essential safety and health requirements, taking care of the efficient use of radio spectrum and electromagnetic compatibility.
  • The RED became applicable on 13 June 2016 with a transitional period of one year, to ensure smooth transition from the former R&TTE directive.

Currently the European standardization organization  ETSI has submitted roughly 70% of the total standards needed.
Of these, 65 standards were received positively. The EU commission and ETSI are now working on a solution to quickly increase the number of standards available by beginning of June 2017.

In the meantime manufacturers and suppliers can relax

  • All products that have already been placed on the market by 12 June 2017, so that they are available to the end-consumer, are not affected.
    All products that will be placed on the market after this deadline have to be in compliance with the RED.
  • In case ETSI will not deliver the missing standards in time and/or the EU commission and ETSI cannot agree on a solution to speed up the process:
    • the EU commission could – on an interim basis –  enforce the former R&TTE rules, for the currently missing standards
    • manufacturers can use alternative conformity assessment procedures to show that their products meet the requirements to legally place their products on the market in the EU and affix the CE marking.
      This can be achieved by using an accredited test lab (like 7layers) in combination with a notified body (like Bureau Veritas – our parent company) for example.

The 7layers team has been working together with manufacturers and suppliers of radio devices for many years and understands the concerns this rather unclear situation is creating. Do not hesitate to contact us for any further information on the subject, so that we can support you in bringing your products to market as smoothly as possible under the current circumstances.

Please let us also point out our 2nd RED Seminar, taking place 19th May 2017, in which we will reflect the current situation.
You can book your seat here: https://www.7layers.com/events/2nd-red-intro-seminar

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