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.
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.
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.
CTIA approves Bureau Veritas as a PTCRB Full Test Laboratory for 5G FR1
“As a leading wireless device testing, certification and international approvals management provider, Bureau Veritas is honored to obtain this qualification from CTIA. Bureau Veritas Group has started 5G journey as it global plan and also has deployed several investment on related instrument since 2018. Bureau Veritas E.A.W Taiwan was a pioneer to set up 5G base station simulator to successfully accomplish the deployment of 5G testing environment. For Taiwanese ODM / OEM companies that have mainly oversea clients, Bureau Veritas offers the most professional, convenient and considerate one-stop comprehensive service, and assist its clients to enter global market in the fastest and easiest way!” stated by Mr. Pascal Le-Ray, General Manager of Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services’ Electrical/Electronics, Automotive and Wireless business in Taiwan.
Since 2011, Bureau Veritas’ wireless laboratory in Taiwan has been a PTCRB authorized laboratory providing full testing capabilities to mobile devices and offering comprehensive wireless conformance services to support our clients in compliance with PTCRB, GCF, Wi-Fi Alliance®, NFC Forum, and Bluetooth® SIG requirements. Since 2013, 7layers is part of the Bureau Veritas Group.
About CTIA and PTCRB
CTIA, the association representing the U.S. wireless communications industry, is proud to serve as the administrator for the certification process. The refreshed brand illustrates how PTCRB and CTIA are a within the wireless ecosystem. More information: https://www.ctia.org/
PTCRB (PCS Type Certification Review Board) is an organization that has been setup by the network operators to test GSM devices such as mobile phones, modules, M2M devices etc. The testing is based on appropriate 3GPP standards and meets the requirements of the GSM operators. PTCRB certification is a requirement for launching cellular devices on the North American GSM carriers such as AT&T, Verizon (for LTE) etc. More information: https://www.ptcrb.com/
The Guyana “Ministry of Public Telecommunications” (MOPT) states that due to agency changes and further internal activities, type approval processes are not one of their priorities at the moment. As long this decision by director will not be changed, unknown delays has to be considered for type approval process.
HAITI – Authority Processes Delayed
The Haiti “Conseil National des Télécommunications” (CONATEL) informs that due to logistical problems beyond the control of CONATEL, the process for obtaining approvals will take longer than usual. In the meantime, the necessary measures are taken to ensure that applications are processed as soon as possible. CONATEL apologizes for the inconvenience caused and renews its commitment to its perfect collaboration.
Saudi Arabia – No Homologation by CITC for Automotive Devices
The “Communications and Information Technology Commission” of Saudi Arabia (CITC) does not issue initial homologation for wireless automotive devices anymore. Still registered devices with valid certificates can be renewed as usual but CITC reserve the right to gradually remove such equipment from the approval list. Alternative radio approvals are not defined for now. For import, registration of devices by “Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization” (SASO) is still mandatory.
Brazil – Anatel Resolution 715 brings Profound Changes to Approval Processes
On October 25th, 2019 ANATEL has published the information that a new regulation on type approval will come into effect on April 22nd, 2020, Resolution 715. This resolution will replace previous Resolutions 242 and 323. Until April 22nd various operational procedures, which are essential for testing and homologation processes, will be published. These are some of the major changes:
The previous concept of technology Categories I, II and III will be discontinued. Instead, each product family will have their own corresponding acts and operational procedures.
During Certificate of Conformity renewal processes for devices which have not been modified or changed, ANATEL will no longer inspect files submitted to the ANATEL Database. Once the OCD updates the information, the renewal is automatically concluded.
A Market Surveillance Process will be implemented. Devices in the Brazilian marked will be randomly picked and analyzed.
New ways of convenient and efficient label marking will be developed (e.g. e-labelling).
A system to monitor the entry of non-homologated products will be implemented.
Please note that Resolution 715 will include further changes to type approval procedures. Further measures and operational procedures will be developed and published by working groups within ANATEL until the final implementation of the full resolution on April 22nd, 2020.
Changes on Regulatory Requirements for Eurasian Union ERA-GLONASS Certification
The transitional period of the GOST R standards for the ERA-GLONASS certification expires at the end of 2019. From 1 January 2020, only the regulatory requirements according to iGOST standards are applied for ERA-GLONASS certification. ERA-GLONASS is the automated emergency call system of the Eurasian Union that car manufacturers have had to install since 2017.For further information on ERA-GLONASS certification and testing services, don’t hesitate to contact us: info@7layers.com
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.
he 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.
7layers certified the first IoT chipset according to GCF rules
About u-blox: