Basic introduction
Over the past decade, innovative lighting technologies such as LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) have gained increasing acceptance as an economical and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional light bulbs. Increased awareness among manufacturers and consumers is the driving force behind pushing the limits of technology further.
We can provide comprehensive energy efficiency testing and certification services for your lighting products based on regulatory requirements, industry and standard requirements, and your specific requirements.
New CE for lighting products
European CE related directives for lighting products:
- Low Voltage Directive (Directive 2014/35/EU)
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (Directive 2014/30/EU)
- Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Directive (ERP) (2009/125/EC) and Regulation (EU) 2017/1369 (2009/125/EC)
1 ) Ecodesign Requirements for Light Sources and Independent Controls Regulation (EU) 2019/2020
2 ) Light Source Energy Labelling Regulation (EU) 2019/2015
- Restriction of use of specific hazardous properties RoHS 2.0 2011/65/EU
Following the rescaling of the EU energy label for light sources from 1 September 2021, the new labels use a scale from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). Because of the constant improvement in energy efficiency, most products under the original label had risen to A+ or A++ and so a rescaling was made in order to be clearer to the consumer about which are the most efficient products on the market. [NB Existing stocks with the old label may still be sold in shops until 1 March 2023.] The labels provide information on the product’s
· energy efficiency class
· energy consumption
The European Product Registry for Energy Labelling (EPREL) offers detailed information on models placed on the EU market by scanning the QR code featured on the new energy labels. The database provides information such as the luminous flux, color temperature and cap type.
The legal framework is Regulation on energy labelling for light sources (EU) 2019/2015 that repeals and replaces Regulation (EU) No 874/2012.
Rules on ecodesign for lighting products are mandatory for all manufacturers and importers wishing to sell their products in the EU.
From 1 September 2021, the Regulation for ecodesign requirements for light sources and separate control gears (EU) 2019/2020 repeals and replaces Regulation (EC) 244/2009, Regulation (EC) 245/2009 and Regulation (EU) 1194/2012.
US ENERGY STAR
The current energy star certification projects of our lighting products:
1 ) ENERGY STAR Program Requirements Product Specification for Lamps (Light Bulbs)
Eligibility Criteria Version 2.1
2 ) ENERGY STAR Program Requirements Product Specification for Luminaires (Light Fixtures)
Eligibility Criteria Version 2.2
