With extensive experience in Ingress Protection (IP) testing, our product safety laboratory in Buxton has helped numerous customers improve their product ratings.
Our lab is UKAS accredited for conducting IP testing in line with BS EN 60529:1992+A2:2013: Degree of protection provided by enclosures (IP code).This standard assesses how well enclosures protect against the intrusion of solids, dust and water, ensuring equipment is suitable for various environmental conditions.
Our laboratory caters to multiple industries, including automotive, industrial products, medical devices, radio equipment, electricity meters, and consumer goods, offering comprehensive IP testing services to evaluate resistance to dust and liquids. It performs tests ranging from IPx1 to IPx6 for solids and IPx1 to IPx9 for liquids. Utilizing advanced test chambers and equipment, the lab ensures products meet necessary safety standards.
Manufacturers receive expert guidance during both the design and validation phases of product development.
To understand which ratings are applicable to your product, download the brochure.
For further information, please contact:
Tom Engle
Business Development Manager
Consumer Products and Retail
t: +44 (0)151 350 6666
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
