PRODUCTION LINE TESTING: WHAT PRICE ELECTRICAL PRODUCT SAFETY?

摘要

Nathan Barwell, business development engineer at Clare, part of the Seaward Group, looks at the importance of production line testing in electrical equipment and appliance manufacturing. The verification of the safe operation and functionality of electrical products is vital to ensure compliance with established industry standards and to maintain customer confidence. Electrical testing on the production line is therefore a critical consideration. The need to ensure conformance through manufacture is clear from both generic product safety standards and European Directives, but the common reaction still seems to be 'does this mean I have to do 100% testing?' This question is usually followed by a rapid retreat into discussions that aim to reduce an erroneously perceived time/cost burden, often quoting ISO9000 procedures and focusing on sample testing as a suitable solution.