Kazakhstan: Fulfilling of EAEU regulations is sufficient for enabling product market access

Since 10th JUN 2020, the fulfilling of EAEU regulations (for EAC marking) is currently sufficient for enabling product market access to Kazakhstan for devices with radio technology. This decision was announced by Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan (see English version below*).

In general and as an indication, the equipment and it’s conditions (frequency bands etc.) should meet the requirements as it would exist on the Russian market.
Due to just upcoming national restrictions because of COVID-19, the possibility to contact Kazakhstan ministry is slow down. Further updates are expected, but not schedulable at the moment.

The Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan resolves:

1. To recognize as invalid some decisions of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan in accordance with the annex to this resolution.
2. This resolution becomes effective from the day of its first official publication.

Prime Minister
Republic of Kazakhstan A. Mamin
Annex to the decree of the Government Republic of Kazakhstan dated June 10, 2020 No. 368

1. Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated April 20, 2005 No. 367 “On mandatory confirmation of conformity of products in the Republic of Kazakhstan” (SAPP of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 2005, No. 17, Article 203).
2. Clause 3 of amendments and additions that are made to some decisions of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, approved by resolution of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated February 19, 2007 No. 125 (SAPP of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 2007, No. 4).
3. Subparagraph 1) of paragraph 1 of amendments and additions that are made to some decisions of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, approved by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated May 6, 2008 No. 424 (SAPP of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 2008, No. 23, Article 223).
4. Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated October 26, 2010 No. 1117 “On Amendments and Additions to the Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated April 20, 2005 No. 367” (SAPP of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 2010, No. 58, Article 560).
5. Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated March 2, 2011 No. 210 “On determining the organization authorized to determine the status of goods of the Customs Union and (or) foreign goods”.
6. Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated May 2, 2012 No. 564 “On Amendments and Additions to the Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated April 20, 2005 No. 367” On Mandatory Confirmation of Conformity of Products in the Republic of Kazakhstan “(SAPP of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 2012, No. 48, Article 639).
7. Clause 1 of the amendments to some decisions of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan approved by the Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated January 21, 2013 No. 15 (SAPP of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 2013, No. 11, Art. 204).
8. Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated May 2, 2013 No. 447 “On amendments to the decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated April 20, 2005 No. 367” On mandatory confirmation of conformity of products in the Republic of Kazakhstan “” (SAPP of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 2013, No. 31, Art. 469).
9. Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated April 27, 2015 No. 357 “On Amending the Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated April 20, 2005 No. 367” On Mandatory Confirmation of Conformity of Products in the Republic of Kazakhstan “” (SAPP of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 2015, No. 27-28, Art. 177).

 

Argentina: New ENACOM Label Resolution (CNC label -> RAMATEL label)

By ENACOM’s Resolution No. 854/2020 released on 12th AUG 2020*, the former resolution CNC No. 82/2015 is exchanged. ENACOM does grant a transition period of 2 years for its implementation on all registrations of approved devices. For new approvals: Till 12th AUG 2022, ENACOM will accept applications with both markings (CNC or RAMATEL). After this date, the new RAMATEL marking is mandatory. For renewals: No need to change the label, just recommended. Manufacturers can keep their CNC identification, even after 12th AUG 2022. In case they would like to update the marking, the certification no. will be kept.

Examples for CNC-label valid till 12th AUG 2022:

Examples for updated RAMATEL label since 12th AUG 2020:

 

 

 

 

 

Note: Previous text-only optional marking has been removed. Further details can be provided during approval process.

Resolution No. 854/2020: https://www.enacom.gob.ar/multimedia/normativas/2020/res854.pdf

Bureau Veritas supports C-V2X Rollout

As part of the Bureau Veritas Group, 7layers is pleased to announce that Bureau Veritas is actively supporting the rollout and adoption of Cellular V2X technology with the hosting of two C-V2X Plugfests being held in America and Asia in October. The two events are part of OmniAir’s worldwide connected vehicle testing event – the OmniAir Global Plugfest with Bureau Veritas hosting events in Seoul, Korea between 5-8 October and in Detroit, USA between 12-16 October. The primary objective of the Global Plugfest is to evaluate OmniAir’s initial test specifications, over 120 test cases have been drafted to date, developed for OmniAir’s C-V2X certification program for roadside-units (RSU) and onboard-units (OBU) that will launch later this year.

Aligned to the new ways of remote working, this full-scale event will allow participants to participate via virtual networking, hear from our industry specialists and thought leaders whilst engaging in conformance and interoperability testing from the comfort of their home office. Testing will consist of a combination of on-site testing, conducted by Bureau Veritas’ OmniAir Authorized Test Laboratories (OATL) personnel, and virtual witnessing for C-V2X and DSRC devices at each location. Participating device manufactures have the option of either accompanying their device at each hub or sending their device and participating virtually.

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

https://www.cps.bureauveritas.com/newsroom/bureau-veritas-supports-c-v2x-rollout

https://omniair.org/

7layers is authorized for the ioXt certification program

7layers is proud to announce that the ioXt Alliance, the Global Standard for IoT Security, added 7layers as an Authorized Lab to the ioXt Certification Program. That makes 7layers to an exclusive test provider for the ioXt Alliance that can perform all testing required for devices to be certified by the Alliance and to bear the ioXt Certification Mark.

The testing is based on the latest version of the Security Pledge, the Security Profile and the Security Test Plan as defined by the certification program of the ioXt Alliance. End-users, retailers and ecosystem partners will benefit from the expertise and impartiality of 7layers to create the necessary trust and confidence in the baseline cybersecurity of the IoT device.

In addition to performing ioXt compliance testing, 7layers is also Contributor Member of the ioXt Alliance. “Participation in the ioXt Alliance compliance work groups allow 7layers to help optimize the development and implementation of ioXt test plans,” said Michael Beine, Manager of Wireless IoT Testing and Business Development for 7layers.

To learn more about the ioXt Alliance, ioXt Certification Program and ioXt Authorized Labs, visit: https://www.ioxtalliance.org/

Bureau Veritas opened a new automotive test lab in Detroit

The new automotive test lab, recently opened in Detroit USA, has obtained ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation by the A2LA. The new Detroit lab is the latest addition to Bureau Veritas’ New Mobility network supporting the dynamic growing New Mobility / Connected Car segment. The 23,000 sq. ft. lab provides automotive OEMs and Tier 1 & 2 suppliers with a broad range of EMC, Radio Frequency and V2X testing in accordance with international standards wireless connectivity.

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Overview of the countries in which country approval and certification processes are currently affected by Corona

7layers here always provides you the latest updates of the countries affected by Corona.

Find the detailed information here!

Corona – current information about our services

Due to the international spread of the coronavirus, we would like to inform you that 7layers will continue to provide you with its services, while observing the highest security and precautionary measures. The health of our customers and employees is of course our top priority. We have therefore taken a number of measures to ensure that your health and that of our employees is not endangered:

• A large part of our employees, except for the laboratory team, currently work in the home office
• Safety distances between our employees are maintained on all premises
• Our laboratory team works in shifts in compliance with strict hygiene regulations
• The participation and organisation of events and workshops has been suspended until further notice
• External visits to our premises are only permitted in exceptional cases and must be approved in advance
• The laboratory area is currently closed for external visitors

We ask for your understanding that the above measures are necessary to contain the spread of the virus and not to endanger anyone.

In difficult times reliable partners are extremely important. Despite the current situation, our 7layers team is of course still there for you:

• All projects continue as usual
• Our sales and consulting team is still available for questions or offers by phone or e-mail
• New projects will continue to be accepted and implemented as usual
• Deliveries are accepted by our secretariat and forwarded to the appropriate colleagues under the above mentioned regulations

If you have any questions regarding our services or the current situation, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We wish you, your family and colleagues a healthy time and hope for a continued good cooperation.

Your 7layers team

Bureau Veritas added to Zigbee Alliance testing house roster

The Zigbee Alliance, an organization of hundreds of companies creating, maintaining, and delivering open, global standards for the Internet of Things (IoT), has announced that Bureau Veritas can now provides Zigbee testing services from their wireless/IoT laboratory in California. As a leader in testing, certification, and global market access services, Bureau Veritas offers Zigbee Alliance member companies another trusted and proven test laboratory to rely on for Zigbee Alliance Test Services.

In 2013 7layers became part of the Bureau Veritas Group. Bureau Veritas supports manufacturers in the smart home, building automation, industrial, new mobility, connected person, mobile health, and other wireless-enabled industries with testing, certification, and global market access. The company is focused on shaping a world of trust with a network of wireless test facilities across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Manufacturers have access to their portfolio of innovation services and digital solutions that embrace the latest technologies to help optimize efficiency, improve safety, and ultimately get safe, secure and reliable products to market and in the hands of consumers.

7layers certified the first IoT chipset according to GCF rules

7layers is proud to announce the first IoT chipset certification for u-blox’s IoT chipset UBX-R5 covering NB-IoT and LTE-M. This new certification allows the IoT ecosystem to easily integrate and embed the certified chipset UBX-R5 into modules and devices. GCF IoT chipset certification initiative is an extension of the existing IoT platforms and IoT modules program. 7layers did perform the certification of the u-blox chipset based on GCF’s new requirements. 7layers’ test house supported its partner u-blox during the product certification life with integration and support of test specifications and test cases analysis.
“With GCF IoT chipset certification of UBX-R5, 7layers confirmed a level of confidence, which the chipset integrators can rely on for their IoT devices certification”, said Thami Elidrissi, Operation Manager at 7layers GmbH and Board Director of GCF organisation.

About 7layers:
7layers is a leading engineering & test center for manufacturers and suppliers of devices with integrated wireless connectivity (Vehicle-2-X communications, industrial automation, smart home, mobile phones, modules etc.). We also support the development and market access processes of smart / Internet of Things (IoT) Services.
7layers is a partner for short range technologies (Bluetooth®/low energy, WLAN, NFC, DSRC …), LPWAN technologies (LoRa, Sigfox …), cellular technologies (GSM, GERAN, UTRAN, LTE, LTE Cat.M1, NB IoT, 5G) etc. and have extensive capabilities in (Radio-) EMC testing.
7layers belongs to the Bureau Veritas Group, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification, serving a large variety of industries.
As a world leader in conformity assessment, inspection and certification services in the fields of quality, health and safety, environment, and social responsibility. Its accredited services are recognised by major national and international organisations.

About u-blox:
u-blox (SIX:UBXN) is a global provider of leading positioning and wireless communication technologies for the automotive, industrial, and consumer markets. Their solutions let people, vehicles, and machines determine their precise position and communicate wirelessly over cellular and short range networks. With a broad portfolio of chips, modules, and a growing ecosystem of products supporting data services, u-blox is uniquely positioned to empower its customers to develop innovative solutions for the Internet of Things, quickly and cost-effectively. With headquarters in Thalwil, Switzerland, the company is globally present with offices in Europe, Asia, and the USA.