Standards and labels

• ISO 14001:2015

  ISO 14001:2015 is a standard that specifies requirements for an environmental management system (EMS). It includes requirements for how companies should design, implement, maintain and improve their EMS to ensure that they minimize negative impacts on the environment and comply with environmental regulations. Test results can include information on how well the EMS is functioning, how well it is being followed, and how effective it is in reducing environmental impacts. The standard also includes requirements for how the company should document and record their EMS performance and continuously improve it.

  Test results

  Environmental Management Passed

  The standard ISO 14001:2015 pertains to environmental management systems (EMS). A passed test result under this standard indicates that an organization's EMS meets the stringent criteria set forth for managing environmental responsibilities systematically. This ensures sustainable development while considering environmental impacts. Specifically, ISO 14001:2015 includes requirements for a framework that an organization can follow rather than establishing environmental performance criteria. It encompasses various aspects such as compliance obligations, planning actions to address risks and opportunities, and continual improvement. The test primarily involves evaluating the effectiveness of the EMS in supporting a company to achieve its intended outcomes regarding its environmental performance. If a company has passed this evaluation, it reflects their commitment to environmental stewardship, potentially enhancing their marketability and aiding in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

• EN ISO 9001:2015

  EN ISO 9001:2015 is a standard that sets out the requirements for a quality management system (QMS). It is a set of guidelines that organizations can follow to ensure that they meet customer requirements and enhance customer satisfaction. The standard is based on the plan-do-check-act model and focuses on continuous improvement. It covers the design, development, production, installation, and servicing of products. Organizations can get certified to this standard, which means that they have been independently audited and found to meet the requirements of the standard. The certification process includes regular audits to ensure that the organization continues to meet the standard's requirements.

  Test results

  Service Reliability Passed

• ISO 13485:2016

  ISO 13485:2016 is a standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system for the design and manufacture of medical devices. It includes requirements for how companies should design, implement, maintain and improve their quality management system to ensure that their medical devices are safe and effective. Test results can include information on how well the quality management system is functioning, how well it is being followed, and how effective it is in preventing defects. The standard also includes requirements for how the company should document and record their quality management system performance and continuously improve it.

  Test results

  Medical Management Passed

  The ISO 13485:2016 standard is specifically tailored for medical device manufacturers and aims to ensure the quality and safety of medical devices throughout their production and lifecycle. A test result of Passed in the context of the ISO 13485:2016 standard signifies that the medical device manufacturing management system under assessment has successfully met all regulatory and safety requirements stipulated in the standard. This encompasses rigorous evaluations of the manufacturer's quality management system, including processes like risk management, regulatory compliance, and effective process control. The assessment involves auditing processes such as document review, facility inspection, and staff interviews, to verify the adequacy and effectiveness of the quality management system. Meeting the ISO 13485:2016 requirements assists manufacturers in achieving and maintaining regulatory compliance and ensures that their products consistently meet user needs and applicable regulatory standards, which is crucial for entry and continued presence in global markets.

• MD Label

  MD stands for "Medical Device." It refers to any instruments, apparatus, machines, implants, or other similar or related articles that are intended to be used for human beings for the purpose of diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, treatment or alleviation of disease, injury or disability. In Europe, a MD Label is a special label that must be on all Medical Devices that are sold or used in the European Union (EU). The label must include information about the product, such as the name of the manufacturer, the intended use of the product and CE mark. To be able to sell or use a Medical Device in the EU, the device must meet certain standards and requirements set by the European Union and notified body.

• CE Marking

  CE Marking is a label that shows a product meets certain safety and environmental standards set by the European Union. To get the CE Marking, a company must test and certify their product meets these standards. CE Marking is required for many products sold in the EU, including electronics, machinery, toys and medical devices. It helps ensure that products are safe for consumers and the environment, and allows for easy trade within the EU.

• FSC Mix

  FSC Mix is a label that indicates that a product contains a mix of wood from both responsibly managed forests (FSC certified) and other sources. In Europe, to use the FSC Mix label, a company must ensure that the wood used in the product is from legal and responsibly managed sources. Additionally, the company must have a system in place to track the wood used in the product and be able to prove that it comes from a mix of FSC certified and other sources.

• Oeko-Tex Detox to Zero

  Oeko-Tex Detox to Zero is a certification program for textiles and clothing products, which is awarded by the Oeko-Tex Association. This certification program verifies that the textile products are free from harmful chemicals and produced in an environmentally-friendly way. The products are inspected and certified by Oeko-Tex and they can use the Oeko-Tex Detox to Zero label on their packaging to show that they are free from harmful chemicals and produced in an environmentally-friendly way. To be able to use the Oeko-Tex Detox to Zero label, a product must meet certain requirements set by the Oeko-Tex Association, such as being free from certain harmful chemicals and using environmentally-friendly production methods.

• Nordic Swan Ecolabel

  Nordic Swan Ecolabel is a label used to indicate that a product is environmentally friendly and meets certain sustainability standards. The label is used in the Nordic countries (Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland) and it is granted by the Nordic Ecolabelling, an independent organization. The standards set by the Nordic Ecolabelling are based on the EU criteria for eco-labeling and they cover a wide range of products, from cleaning products to electrical appliances. To be awarded the Nordic Swan label, products must meet strict environmental criteria and they must be produced with the aim to reduce the environmental impact.