Laboratories
GEV does not carry out tests itself, but commissions the tests to external testing laboratories in order to maintain its status as an impartial industry association.
Several round robin tests have shown that from a quality, competition and cost point of view, no pre-selection of test institutes should take place. However, two prerequisites must be fulfilled by the testing body:
The laboratories shall
(1) be proficient in the GEV test method (chamber test) and have the required equipment on site,
(2) be accredited in accordance with ISO 17025, including the GEV test method or testing according to EN 16516.
The company that commissioned the test is responsible for the test results. Based on reliable results provided in the past, GEV cooperates with the following test laboratories:
