Robotic products typically require electrical safety testing, mechanical safety testing, functional safety evaluation, cybersecurity assessment, EMC testing and performance verification to demonstrate compliance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements. Independent third-party certification helps manufacturers verify compliance and prepare robots for global market access.
A robot is an intelligent machine that works semi-autonomously or fully autonomously. Robotic products come in many forms and are used in many areas, including industries, commercial services, households and educational settings. They represent significant operational risks and must comply with specific safety standards, such as the Low Voltage Directive, the Machinery Directive and the upcoming Machinery Regulation, depending on their type. Marketing claims for robots must be based on relevant national, international or other standards.
SGS provides independent, end-to-end safety and performance testing and certification for a wide range of robot types, including industrial robots; collaborative robots (cobots); unmanned guided vehicles and autonomous mobile robots (AGV/AMR); household and commercial cleaning robots; service, communication, information, education and entertainment (SCIEE) robots; robotic lawnmowers; robot dogs and humanoid robots.
Ensure safety and compliance with robotic products testing and certification from SGS.
- Reduce risks and ensure system resilienceIdentify and mitigate vulnerabilities in robot software, communication protocols and cloud connectivity.
- Access global marketsEnsure compliance with various worldwide robotic-specific safety standards.
- Support marketing claimsVerify performance and functional data.
- Enhance your brand reputation and ensure digital trustDemonstrate your commitment to robotic security and build trust among businesses and customers.
Why SGS?
We are an industry leader in robotics certification, carrying out 85% of certification projects involving industrial robots and cobots. Our services cover all major robot categories, from industrial to humanoid robots. We support the full range of relevant standards, including EN ISO 10218‑1, ISO/TS 15066, EN ISO 3691‑4, EN ISO 13482, UL 3300, EN/IEC/UL 60335‑1 and others.
With an extensive global network, our expertise spans NIST (US) and prEN 50742 (EU), ensuring your product meets local requirements in every key market. As a CE Notified Body with Radio Equipment Directive (RED) expertise we provide seamless CE marking support for cybersecurity.
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FAQ
Automated guided vehicles and autonomous mobile robots are commonly evaluated against standards including:
- EN ISO 3691-4
- EN 1175
- UL 3100
- UL 583
These standards cover safety requirements for industrial vehicles operating autonomously or semi-autonomously.
Modern robots are connected to IT and OT networks, which creates potential cybersecurity risks. Cybersecurity assessments verify the security of software, communication protocols and system architecture in accordance with standards such as IEC 62443, prEN 50742 and other cybersecurity frameworks.
Robotic systems deployed in Europe may need to comply with cybersecurity frameworks such as:
- prEN 50742 cybersecurity requirements for machinery
- EU NIS2 Directive
- Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)
- EN 18031 series for Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 3.3d/e/f
These regulations help ensure resilience against cyber threats and secure operation within connected ecosystems.
Household robots (such as cleaning robots or lawnmowers) typically require safety and performance testing under standards like:
- IEC/EN/UL 60335 series
- IEC 60335-2-107 for robotic lawnmowers
- UL 1017 and other appliance standards
- EN ISO 13482
- UL 3300
- ISO 18646 series
- IEC 62849 and IEC 62885-7/11 etc
These standards focus on electrical safety, product performance, operational reliability and autonomous operation risks.
Independent testing and certification provide several advantages, including:
- Verified compliance with global safety standards
- Reduced risks in human-robot interaction and autonomous operation
- Verified performance data supporting product claims
- Improved cybersecurity resilience
- Enhanced trust from customers, regulators and partners
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