Intertek Blog by Year: 2019




16 Dec 2019
UPDATE – The Government of Canada’s Approach to Promote Transparency in Chemicals Management
Can I Now Share Your Secret?






04 Dec 2019
Total Sustainability in Progress: Episode 12
Operational Sustainability – ISO 50001 Energy Management

03 Dec 2019
Solar Compliance - Photovoltaic (PV) Module Certification under UL 61730
An Update on the FIPS 140-3 Transition

27 Nov 2019
Total Sustainability in Progress: Episode 11
Operational Sustainability - ISO 22301 Business Continuity

26 Nov 2019
The Bridge to China
Medical Device Approvals with the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA)



14 Nov 2019
Assurance In Action: Episode 40
How to maintain the system while avoiding costly shutdowns and repairs

13 Nov 2019
Total Sustainability in Progress: Episode 9
Total Sustainability Assured – Enterprise Security


07 Nov 2019
FIPS: Important update on algorithm testing
Automated Cryptographic Validation Protocol (ACVP)


05 Nov 2019
Radio Frequency Exposure on Telecommunication Equipment
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) vs. Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) Measurements






23 Oct 2019
Total Sustainability in Progress: Episode 6
Total Sustainability Assured – People & Culture

22 Oct 2019
IMO 2020 0.50% Global Sulphur Cap
Intertek's outlook on the introduction of 0.50% m/m Sulphur Fuels in Africa and opportunities in the Bunker Industry

21 Oct 2019
Introduction to Canada’s Recreational Cannabis Edible Regulations
Health Canada Releases Final Regulations







03 Oct 2019
Assurance In Action: Episode 37
Mitigating Food Fraud in the Supply Chain - Live from Austin, TX

02 Oct 2019
Total Sustainability in Progress: Episode 3
Total Sustainability Assured - Quality & Safety

01 Oct 2019
Social Media and Marketing Compliance
Has Social Media Influenced How You Manage Your Compliance?

25 Sep 2019
Total Sustainability in Progress: Episode 2
Total Sustainability Assured - Risk Management

24 Sep 2019
Notice of UAE Market Surveillance Inspections
ESMA Inspection Campaign Commencing October 1, 2019


18 Sep 2019
Total Sustainability in Progress: Episode 1
Introduction - The Need for Total Sustainability


10 Sep 2019
Moving Production Facilities Can Impact Certifications
What to Know When Considering a Geographic Change








30 Jul 2019
Transitioning HVACR Products to UL 60335-2-40 / CSA C22.2 No. 60335-2-40
What the Industry Needs to Know


23 Jul 2019
Protective Coatings and Films on Metals
Ensuring Performance in Products from Bridges to Engines






02 Jul 2019
EMC & Wireless Compliance for Active Implantable Medical Devices
Ensuring Safety and Performance in a Connected World



18 Jun 2019
Medical Robots and Robotic Devices
Ensuring Compliance with Regulatory Requirements and New Standards



11 Jun 2019
UV Protective Children’s Swim Suits Are Now Considered To Be Personal Protective Equipment in Europe
What are the key challenges for manufacturers, distributors and retailers of UV protective clothing?

10 Jun 2019
June 9 is World Accreditation Day!
World Accreditation Day underscores accreditation's role in bolstering the global supply chain

07 Jun 2019
The Government of Canada’s Approach to Promote Transparency in Chemicals Management
Can I Tell You a Secret?

04 Jun 2019
Polymers and Plastics Series: Integrated Analytical Approaches
Solving Complex Polymer Packaging Problems

31 May 2019
Manufactured Items may be Subject to the New Substances Notification Regulations
The Times They are a Changin'!


28 May 2019
Deconstructing Materials, Parts, and/or Subassemblies
Challenges in Chemical Regulatory Assessment


21 May 2019
Solid-State Lithium Ion Batteries - The Challenges
Exploring Solid-State Lithium Ion Batteries







30 Apr 2019
Regulatory Compliance for Supplement Product Labels in the US and the EU
Common Deficiencies




16 Apr 2019
The USDA's Final Rule on Mandatory Disclosure of Bioengineered Foods in the US
What you need to know...


09 Apr 2019
The Confusing World of CBD in Food and Supplements
Navigating Changing Regulations in Canada, the US, and the EU

04 Apr 2019
Assurance In Action: Episode 24
Food Safety Spotlight: "Which GFSI Standard Should I Choose?"

02 Apr 2019
Polymers and Plastics Series: Deformulation Strategies
Using Reverse Engineering for Insights and Answers

26 Mar 2019
Machine Learning Vision Techniques for Nondestructive Evaluation
Limiting the human error factor of phased array testing data analysis

21 Mar 2019
Assurance In Action: Episode 23
ISO Insights: ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems


14 Mar 2019
The Transition from EN 13463 to EN ISO 80079
Implications for Non-Electrical Hazardous Equipment Certification

12 Mar 2019
Wear Debris Analysis Innovation using SEM technology
Why Caleb Brett's investment in cutting edge SEM technology enhances wear debris analysis capabilities for clients



28 Feb 2019
EXPLAINED: EMF in the Workplace
The EMF Directive and measuring and mitigating against electromagnetic fields

26 Feb 2019
EU REACH: January SVHC Additions
Why you should be interested in polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH)


19 Feb 2019
The SABER Certification Platform for SASO SALEEM
An Overview of the New System in the KSA



05 Feb 2019
Field Evaluations: The Benefits of Conducting Pre-evaluations
Remove the Risk and Be Ready for Future Business

29 Jan 2019
Biomarker Discovery, Technical Qualification and Validation
Using LBA, LC-MS and HRAMS Assay Formats

24 Jan 2019
Assurance In Action: Episode 19
The Association of Professional Social Compliance Auditors (APSCA) (Live from Ethical Sourcing Forum in NYC)

22 Jan 2019
BRC Global Standard for Food Safety Version 8
Are you aware of the changes implemented in this new version?



08 Jan 2019
A Closer Look at Field Evaluations & Labeling
How to Secure Local Approval to Get Your Products Operational
