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15 Oct.2013
TÜV Rheinland Greater China News
Future Depends on Technology Safety – Interview with Dr. Manfred Bayerlein Acceptance of TÜV Rheinland NRTL Mark cTUVus from Walmart TÜV Rheinland in 2013 Asia Pacific Cities Summit
Railway Transport
– The Living Arteries of the City
TAccording According to data published by the European Rail Industry (UNIFE), the global global market market for for urban urban railway railway transport transport may may well well exceed exceed 28 28 billion billion euro euro by by 2016. 2016.
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Contents ALIVE Railway Transport – The Living Arteries of the City
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PEOPLE 04/09
Future Depends on Technology Safety – Interview with CEO of TÜV Rheinland Group Dr. Manfred Bayerlein
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FEATURED SERVICE
10/13
Acceptance of TÜV Rheinland NRTL Mark cTUVus from Walmart
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EU Representation for Quicker Access
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Strategic Cooperation with the Hebei Provincial Institute of Product Quality Supervision and Inspection
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TÜV Rheinland in 2013 Asia Pacific Cities Summit
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Greater China 2013 Client Activities
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TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
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Denmark Postpones Ban on Indoor-use Products Containing Phthalates until 2015
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(EU) No 665/2013 and (EU) No 666/2013 Were Entered into Force on 2 August 2013
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CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Ningbo 10th Anniversary: Green Week
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Basketball Tournament with ZTE
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Hong Kong 25th Anniversary: Free Fruit Day
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Hong Kong Awarded Happy Company Logo
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GLOBAL NEWS FLASH Cologne
Test Seal for More Security in Online Shopping
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Hungary Acquisition of NDT Special Service Provider
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Japan
TÜV Rheinland Certified Robot Suit for Medical Use
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Korea
TÜV Rheinland Korea Registered as REACH Consultant
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RAILWAY TRANSPORT – THE LIVING ARTERIES OF THE CITY
Since the first underground railway entered into service in London in 1863, railway transport has become a part of everyday life and the first choice for improving urban transportation. Whether it is called the ‘Underground’ (in England) or mass transit (in other places), there is no changing its importance. Public transport planning in Taiwan’s Danshui and Kaohsiung has pushed the words ‘Light Rail’ into media headlines. The Loop Line in Kaohsiung has attracted particular attention for not only being the first light rail line in Taiwan, but also defining the shape of development in Kaohsiung for the next 100 years.
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What is the difference between light rail and mass transit? Put simply, it comes down to the type of right-ofway used. Those who have used mass transit before have found it to run on viaducts and in underground tunnels. No railway crossings or traffic lights are involved, even at ground level. This type of right-of-way, which sees no interference from other forms of transportation, is known as Type A. The most obvious advantage of the Type A rightof-way is the independence it offers. Traffic variables are greatly decreased and control is increased, producing benefits such as system safety, punctuality, speed and high reliability. However, acquiring this type of right-of-way incurs huge land requisition costs. In highly developed and densely populated urban areas, land requisition presents a major source of bottlenecking.
Light rail systems have been used for some time in the West. In the early years, trams were used extensively. These trams ran on tracks and were powered by overhead power lines. Because such trams have to obey traffic lights and do not have their own dedicated lanes, they are classified as a Type C right-of-way. In the last 20 years, the light rail transportation systems developed by the West have been given dedicated lanes that must be coordinated with other modes of road transport (and must obey traffic lights). These systems are classified as a Type B right-of-way.
Light rail can operate in the form of connected vehicles running on the streets or with a dedicated right-ofway as a"Pre Mass Transit"system. In terms of city transportation planning, it can be tailored to local conditions and decrease construction costs.
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increasing difficulty of land acquisition, making the best use of current road resources and using light rail systems to integrate urban transportation will undoubtedly become the dominant trend in transportation.
Apart from stimulating the peripheral industries, the contribution of railway transport to environmental protection should not be underestimated. After the Kaohsiung MRT in Taiwan entered service in April Relationship between KMRT capacity and CO2 emissions equivalent (10,000 tons) 2020 2015 2010 2005 2000 1995 1990 1985
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According to data published by the European Rail Industry (UNIFE), the global market for urban railway transport may well exceed 28 billion euro by 2016.
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At the operational level, light rails are ‘tracked’ urban public transportation systems that can operate with smaller turning radii, gradients and streets while being powered by overhead power lines. The system’s simplicity, light loads, low costs, short construction times, high returns and scalability mean that it is often characterize by nongated fares, basic stations and single-driver carriages. Light rail trains are just 30 m long and pass quickly through road intersections. Because unlike traditional trains they require no railway crossings, they do not cause traffic congestion. The introduction of railway transport has also encouraged the general public to use public transportation, decrease the use of private vehicles and lower road loads. The benefits of such transportation are obvious. Due to the
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Railway transport has played an increasingly important role in our everyday lives. Its high capacity means that a system failure or accident could lead to major damage and loss of life. As light rail systems run through densely populated urban areas, the effect of accidents cannot be ignored. • May, 2013, Taiwan A 4-hour breakdown by the Taiwan High Speed Rail caused major delays for people travelling north and south. • September 2013, Hangzhou The Jiangdi breakdown on Hangzhou Metro Line 1 forced 113 passengers to walk for half an hour along the 1.2 m high-maintenance walkway in the tunnel to reach safety.
• August 2011, Nanjing sparks flew from the outside of a moving train on Nanjing Metro Line2. The carriages filled up with smoke, and the third and fourth carriages were vertically displaced by nearly half a metre. • The end of 2011, Shanghai There are a series of accidents in the Shanghai Metro. Nine incidents such as an overtaking collision, the implementation of speed limits and burning odours all occurred within 1 week. These accidents made the general public wary of railway transport. No matter how convenient railway transport may be, convenience means nothing without safety.
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RAMS – The key jigsaw piece for the railway transportation industry Although light rail differs significantly from mass transit in terms of scale and construction, its safety requirements are identical to that of high-speed rail and mass transit. All of these systems rely on professional and rigorous RAMS to validate their safety and smooth operation. Although Western countries have used the RAMS mechanism for many years, it remains a relatively foreign technology in many emerging countries. Due to the long-term effects of construction quality and operational efficiency, most countries usually require an independent third party to conduct RAMS acceptance testing for major public transportation infrastructure projects. Examples include Taiwan’s Airport MRT, Kaohsiung’s Light Rail Loop Line and Danshui’s Light Rail Project. As an authority on the independent third-party validation of railway safety for over 40 years, we have always been committed to providing effective, rigorous and comprehensive guarantees of railway system safety. We offer planning,
research, consulting, project management, independent review and validation services for clients such as government agencies, railway carriage vendors, system and parts suppliers, railway and city railway operators in addition to transportation management authorities.
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Service Scope of RAMS: • RAMS management system development • RAMS training • RAMS target determination and allocation • Risk management • Hazard analysis • RAMS analysis • Life Cycle Cost (LCC) analysis • Reliability Block Diagrams (RBDs) • Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) • Reliability centered maintenance analysis • Quantitative risk assessment • Deterministic safety assessment • RAMS tests and demonstrations • Engineering safety validation
• Reliability data collection and review • Reliability growth modeling analysis • Software safety and reliability analysis • Statistical analysis and acceptance testing • Root cause analysis As a global leading third party certification institute, we are committed to the safety of rail system, and offers development studies, consulting services, project management, independent certification and assessment services to a wide range of clients, including government agencies, rolling stock manufacturers, system and product suppliers, transport companies and traffic authorities.
TÜV Rheinland’s Worldwide Projects High-speed technology • Rome to Naples highspeed railway • Munich to Verona high-speed railway • Wuhan to Guangzhou high-speed railway • Shanghai Maglev
Metro & Light Rail Projects • Salonika subway system independent safety assessment (ISA) • Boston subway resignalling system independent safety assessment ISA • ISA for Copenhagen metro • RAMS consulting for Singapore Downtown line • RAMS, system integration and comnmissioning services for Korea’s driverless Shinbundang metro • RAMS consulting for Shanghai Line 4 & 10 • Beijing metro line 6, line 9 ISA • Wuxi metro line 1 RAMS consulting • Shenzhen metro line 2, line 5 ISA • Singapore SMRT C151 train life extension
For more information, please contact Mr. Rover Jan at jjw@twn.tuv.com
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Safe Technology In 1872, several entrepreneurs started DampfkesselÜberwachungsverein on their own initiative, providing equipment safety guarantees. This organization was the predecessor of TÜV Rheinland Group. Thereafter, the organization’s services were expanded to include the automotive, mining, and energy sectors. By following each technological development, the association finally developed from a local testing institution into a leading global technical service provider. Dr. Bayerlein comes from Germany, a nation known for its technological prowess. He believes that although technology can shape the future, it does not equal the future. As far as Dr. Bayerlein is concerned, technology is a double-edged sword that can create happiness for people yet, if used inappropriately, also brings disaster. “While satisfying human needs and promoting social development, technology must also help to protect resources. Many energy
Make life safer and more convenient The mission of TÜV Rheinland Group is to make sure people utilize technology safely in order to make life safer and more convenient. Protected by safe technology, a harmonious future will be for mankind and the environment.
sources cannot be renewed, and hence we must utilize them effectively without waste. For seemingly minor and insignificant details such as construction materials or office heating, if precision calculation can be applied, wastage can be minimized significantly. We have always been dedicated to fostering harmonious development between people, science, and the environment.” Dr. Bayerlein emphasizes that “Renewable energy is
the key to future success.” TÜV Rheinland’s professional experience in photovoltaic technology is known worldwide, while its testing and certification services now account for 60% of the global market. In addition, its smart grid, wind energy, nuclear energy, and high-voltage solutions have become important product mixes for leading global technologyservice providers. With an impending technological revolution in the smart grid, imagine if one can remotely switch off all the fridges in Shanghai during peak demand periods for even just five minutes through smart devices such as smart phones. The energy conserved by millions of fridges during such short periods will be sufficient to significantly alleviate peak-demand power consumption. Wouldn’t it be cool if all these fridges could take a “lunch break”? This scenario, described by Dr. Bayerlein, is a technological advance now envisioned by TÜV Rheinland that is to be realized in the foreseeable future. From manmachine dialogue to machine-
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FUTURE DEPENDS ON TECHNOLOGY SAFETY – INTERVIEW WITH CEO OF TÜV RHEINLAND GROUP DR. MANFRED BAYERLEIN
He is the CEO of a €1.5 billion-a-year multinational company that has over 17,000 employees spread across 500 service networks in 65 countries worldwide. Beyond these statistics, he prefers people to refer to him as Dr. Bayerlein, demonstrating German respect and pride towards knowledge.
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Safety Is Paramount Safety and quality are two common keywords at TÜV Rheinland. Speaking of the high-profile food-safety problems in China, Dr. Bayerlein says that “Food is the most important need of people”.
machine communication, this will be a major technological innovation. With each such transformation, pitfalls such as safety and privacy issues will also surface. How to meticulously establish a comprehensive informationsafety management system that is equipped with riskassessment and early-warning capabilities, so as to protect people from harm while enjoying the benefits of the technology, and how to materialize the normalization and standardization of the technology, are the missions of TÜV Rheinland Group, a company that persists in the correct and safe application of technology.
Where does food come from? How is it produced? What substances are added during the production process? Consumers are not faced with an open and transparent food supply-chain environment, and manufacturers must shoulder the responsibility for food safety. In today’s world of global manufacturing, due to the international division of labor the process of food production -- from raw material procurement, product manufacturing, transportation, and shelving to recovery -- may be carried out in different regions, thereby making tracking of the complete food-supply chain increasingly difficult. This issue is nevertheless not a difficult task for TÜV Rheinland, which a global network and professional technology. With branch facilities and expert teams dispersed throughout 65 countries around the world, TÜV Rheinland is able to support manufacturers and
Every aspect of people’s lives “From clothing, food, and accommodation to transportation, TÜV Rheinland’s services encompass every aspect of people’s lives,” says Dr. Bayerlein.
distributors throughout the food value chain，ensuring the safety of the entire foodsupply chain, from the farm to the dining table. “Over the past two decades, China’s rapid economic development has provided abundant opportunities for foreigninvested, third-party testing and certification enterprises. However, there is still plenty of infrastructure in the testing market that is yet to be opened.” Dr. Bayerlein expects TÜV Rheinland to gain ever more opportunities in the Chinese market.
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Strategy in China In 1989, TÜV Rheinland established its first Chinese branch facility in Shanghai and began to develop the Chinese market. The year 2012 marked the first time that over half of the group’s revenue was generated outside of Germany. In particular, the Asian market exhibited a surprising performance. The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX) is a worldwide list of unsafe products, most of which
Important market China is the heaviest of all heavyweights in the Asian market. It has become the group’s most important global market, now and for the future.
come from China. According to the latest research report published by an American PR consulting firm, the majority of consumers in Western industrialized nations do not trust “Made in China” products -- particularly Germans, who hold the lowest level of trust towards Chinese businesses. As its products are no longer cheap and its quality is still not up to standard, the Chinese manufacturing industry is facing an imminent transformation crisis. “China has first-class manufacturers, but overall it still has plenty of room for improvement,” according to Dr. Bayerlein, who adds that as a “Made in Germany” firm, TÜV Rheinland will assist the Chinese manufacturing industry to reach out to overseas markets and provide local users with enhanced services. In 2012, Lenovo’s sales volume was ranked no.1 in the world. Such a remarkable performance not only originated from stringent quality control, but also from in-depth understanding of the European and US markets. “Besides quality, European customers also care about whether the productmanufacturing process is
eco-friendly,” Dr. Bayerlein explains. Lenovo invited TÜV Rheinland to supervise its production process, improve the eco-friendliness of its materials, and track its carbon footprints. On May 28 last year, Lenovo’s LT 2323z became the first monitor in the world to successfully earn a TÜV Rheinland green certification. In addition to green certification, TÜV Rheinland’s GS certification is also a key for Chinese businesses to enter the European market. Choosing GS-certified products has become common among European consumers. At the same time, when a dispute arises, GScertified products represent safety, acting as a guarantee for manufacturers. “Every time I come to China, I always discover new opportunities,” says Dr. Bayerlein. TÜV Rheinland’s experiences in China are unique and precious, and can act as lessons for the company’s services in other regions. Facing China, the world’s fastest-growing market, Dr. Bayerlein exudes confidence.
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TÜV Rheinland NRTL mark (cTUVus mark) has been accepted by Walmart for electrically-operated products to be sold through Walmart and Sam’s Club, both in stores and online, for the U.S. market.
ACCEPTANCE OF TÜV RHEINLAND
NRTL MARK cTUVus FROM WALMART
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Walmart requires electricallyoperated products to meet or exceed OSHA standards, and has added us to its list of labs authorized to certify electrically-operated products with its safety agency listing mark (cTUVus Mark), effective from 19 August 2013, informing all suppliers and merchandise quality engineers. Our North America subsidiary has been accredited as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) by the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) since 1995, and in January 2001 we were accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). Products tested and certified for the American and Canadian markets by us will be awarded the TÜV Rheinland NRTL mark (cTUVus mark). These approvals have strengthened our leading role in providing regulatory access services for
cTUVus mark
Walmart now accepts our safety agency listing mark for electrically-operated products
goods entering the US and Canada. We provide customized onestop solutions combining compliance verification that reduces testing for different markets, including North America. It is also possible for suppliers to utilize existing compliance schemes based on CB verification for a global approach, reducing testing or verification, according to specific national North American standards. We have been the top certificate-
issuing body in the CB system for 8 straight years, according to a 2012 report published by the Worldwide System for Conformity Testing and Certification of Electrotechnical Equipment and Components (IECEE). We have several IECEE-recognized National Certification Bodies (NCBs) and CB testing laboratories (CBTLs) in the major export markets. The success in gaining Walmart’s approval not only can help us better promote cTUVus certification in the north America, but also creates further opportunities in approaching the retail giant’s suppliers and other retailers, thus to expand our sales scope and convince them of the quality and trustworthiness of our services.
For more information, please contact Mr. Yonger Cao at yonger.cao@sz.chn.tuv.com
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Some of the EU directives set the following criterion for manufacturers: to sell products in the EU market, manufacturers (located outside the EU) must appoint an official contracted European representative.
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European directives specify the role of EU representatives of manufacturers outside the EU. A separate EU Representation Agreement must be reached for every product type/family, and must be valid for 5 years unless terminated earlier. The representative must be indicated on the product label and Declaration of Conformity.
In cases where the European representative is not specified or does not exist, the products do not comply with the directives in spite of their fulfillment of the essential safety requirements and thus cannot obtain certificates.
EU directives, legal regulations and rules. We seek to become the authorised EU representative of manufacturers under the conditions stipulated in the EU Representation Agreement for given products. In terms of our representative role in Europe, we seek to be the first point for manufacturers to contact supervisory authorities. As an appointed European representative of manufacturers, we link manufacturers with the authorities and provide technical assistance. Applicable in the following areas Machinery 2006/42/EC Low voltage 2006/95/EC Electromagnetic compatibility 2004/108/EC Toys 2009/48/EC RoHS 2 2011/65/EU
The European surveillance authorities consider the absence of an EU representative as a nonconformist attribute. As a member of TĂœV Rheinland Group and an independent organisation located in the European member state of Hungary, TĂœV Rheinland InterCert Kft. (TRI) provides EU representation services for manufacturers. Through our comprehensive service, we can ensure that the requirements for the distribution of products on the European market are fulfilled. TRI is a notified body registered by the European Commission in Brussels and designated by the state for the completion of tests in line with several
Radio telecommunication terminal equipment 1999/5/EC Noise of outdoor equipment 2000/14/EC Gas appliances 2009/142/EC Construction products 305/2011/EU Ressure equipment 97/23/EC Pyrotechnic articles 2007/23/EC We require the documents for each product type: EU Representation Agreement (signed by the manufacturer) and draft EC Declaration of Conformity.
For more information, please contact Mr. Shu Xu at shu.xu@shg.chn.tuv.com
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STRATEGIC COOPERATION WITH THE
HEBEI PROVINCIAL INSTITUTE OF PRODUCT QUALITY SUPERVISION AND INSPECTION
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TÜV Rheinland recently signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Hebei Provincial Institute of Product Quality Supervision and Inspection (HBZJY) covering testing and certification services for mediumand high-voltage cables. The cable industry plays a pivotal role in Hebei’s machinery manufacturing industry, and certification will pave the way for local products to enter the global market. The agreement will allow companies receiving HBZJY’s wire and cable product inspection reports to gain access to 54 IEC members such as EU countries. The province’s 564 wire and cable product companies will certainly benefit. According to the agreement, the National Specialty Cable Quality Supervision and Inspection Centre of the HBZJY will perform testing on products that have already received accreditation from the International Electrical Commission for Electrical Equipment (IECEE), and will issue CB testing reports. We will help manufacturers transfer to other related certificates based on the CB reports. The agreement marks the consolidation of the resources and advantages of both sides. Apart from providing
the Chinese exporters of medium- and high-voltage cable products with a convenient one-stop service for testing and inspection, the agreement will boost product competitiveness in the global market in terms of quality and safety.
“We used to have to go to Beijing, Shanghai or even overseas certification organisations for a testing report. From now on, our companies will get international certification that accepted by the EU and most countries in the world with a local service. “ Mr Wang Xiaohua, Deputy Director of the Hebei Provincial Adminstration of Quality andTechnical Supervision.
For more information, please contact Mr. Shu Xu at shu.xu@shg.chn.tuv.com
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During the 2013 Asia Pacific Cities Summit (APCS) in Kaohsiung, Mr. Thomas Fuhrmann, Director of Industry Services Greater China, joined a panel discussion to share how TÜV Rheinland can contribute to build a “City of Excellence” as a third-party technical service provider.
TÜV RHEINLAND
IN 2013 ASIA PACIFIC CITIES SUMMIT
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TÜV Rheinland leverages the experience on sustainability development of cities and supports the construction of urbanization systems. “In the conception design stages, not only the consideration of the relationship between urban spaces and infrastructures is needed, but also the multilateral relationships with public, commercial, industrial and residential buildings,” said Fuhrmann. Pilot projects are necessary to make it a success under the framework of national regulations and stakeholders expectations. The guiding principles behind that are “environmentally sound, financially viable, technically feasible, culturally adaptable, user friendly, attractive, replicable and measurable”.
Economy: CSR Strategy for the private sector and attracting ‘Green Investors’ Waste: Zero Waste and 3R Concept, Cradle to Cradle Efficiency, Waste Treatment and Waste Management Governance: CSR Strategy for public sector, infrastructure for E-governance People: Health Safety & Environment for workplaces and public facilities In summary, we provide assessments and certifications for communities which are aimed to become a ‘City of Excellence’.
As a third party, we provide solutions and take part in the full loop of project implementation. Our services and experiences for sustainable cities include the following areas: Energy: Smart Grid Technology, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, ISO 50001 Certification Environment: Green Product Certification & Procurement, Carbon Footprint Evaluation & Variation, Environmental Assessments, Hazardous Substances Elimination and Prevention Water: Groundwater & Quality Management, Flood Prevention, Hydrological Survey, Water Footprint Infrastructure: Efficient Lightning, Green Buildings, Geostatic Analyzes, Health Safety & Environment Planning Mobility: SMART Mobility Infrastructure, Intelligent Transport Solutions, Integrated Mobility Concepts
Thomas Fuhrmann Director, Industry Service, TÜV Rheinland Group Greater China
Bio Thomas Fuhrmann started his career at TÜV Rheinland Berlin Brandenburg in 1997 as State registered expert for elevator and lifting equipment, and then takes a series of management positions in Taiwan and mainland China till now.
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The grain is gradually ripening and the earth is being bathed in a golden hue. The autumn of 2013 is already well under way. This is the harvest season, a moment of reunion. To thank our friends who have journeyed with us over the years, we have prepared a series of activities in different locations to extend our gratitude for your business and support.
GREATER CHINA 2013 CLIENT ACTIVITIES
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• Qingdao The first Greater China 2013 Client Activity kicked off in Qingdao on 21 August. Over 130 clients and colleagues gathered at Qingdao Century Plaza Beer City for a relaxing night.
• Chengdu
• Beijing
• Taiwan
The passion of Oktoberfest was ignited once again at the Crowne Plaza Beijing Park View Wuzhou Hotel. Over 185 clients and colleagues came together for a unforgettable night.
In Taiwan, over 150 clients and colleagues gathered at the Evergreen Resort Hotel for a 2-day client gathering packed with informative technical workshops that focused on various business lines, outdoor activities, night parties, external keynote speeches and relaxing activities.
• Shanghai The second GC-wide Oktoberfest was held at the Chengdu Kempinski Hotel. About 50 guests were invited to enjoy themselves.
Although it was raining heavily in Shanghai, nothing could stop our clients and staff from joining in on this long-awaited gathering. Around 600 guests had a very enjoyable evening.
• Changsha A special wine-tasting session was prepared at Changsha CLHS International Garden Tusheng House along with a dinner in the hopes of creating a refreshing experience.
The traditional Oktoberfest were taken place in Guangzhou, Xiamen, Chongqing and Xiamen as well. In Hong Kong and Ningbo, we will celebrate it along with the company’s anniversary.
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Denmark Postpones Ban on Indoor-use Products Containing Phthalates until 2015 The Danish Ministry of the Environment recently published a press release to postpone its phthalate ban until 2015, reasoning that the four phthalates are far more common than expected and that it would be impossible for manufacturers to phase out their use within the planned timeframe. Background Danish Executive Order BEK No. 1113 was published on 26 November 2012, banning the import and sale of indooruse products containing the phthalates DEHP, DBP, BBP and DIBP, and products with parts containing these substances that may come into contact with the skin or mucous membranes. The order excluded every article already regulated by other EU regulations, and originally came into force on 1 December 2013. Key Changes Summary
Scope: indoor-use articles and products with parts that may come
into contact with the skin or mucous membranes. Definition: indoor-use articles are products expected to be placed, kept, stored, set up, suspended, interpreted, applied, secured or similarly used indoors for a considerable amount of time over their lifespans. Limit: ≤ 0.1% for each of DEHP, DBP, BBP and DIBP. Exemptions: this order does not apply to medical equipment inner seals in drug containers toys infant articles (DEHP, DBP and BBP) cosmetic products materials and articles intended for food contact or used goods that complied with Danish requirements when originally sold. Effective date: postponed to 2015. For details, please refer to the Danish executive order HERE.
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(EU) No 665/2013 and (EU) No 666/2013 were entered into force on 2 August 2013. (EU) No 665/2013 is a commission delegated regulation supplementing directive 2010/30/EU with regard to the energy labelling of vacuum cleaners. (EU) No 666/2013 is an implementation measure for ErP Directive 2009/125/EC (2005/32/EC) for vacuum cleaners. Products covered: electric mains-operated vacuum cleaners, including hybrid vacuum cleaners. The regulation does not apply to wet, wet and dry, battery-operated, robot, industrial or central vacuum cleaners, or to floor polishers or outdoor vacuums. The vacuum cleaners covered must comply with the requirements of (EU) No 666/2013 and Directive 2009/125/EC to earn the CE mark. TÜV Rheinland offers consultancy for products being assessed against the directive to minimise the financial risks associated with a sales ban resulting from non-compliance. You will be protected against the penalties imposed by European
authorities for marketing a product that does not comply with the statutory requirements. Vacuum cleaners shall comply with the following requirements from 1 September 2014(Stage I): annual energy consumption ≤ 62,0kWh/ year rated input power ≤ 1600W dust pick up on carpet for carpet vacuum cleaners ≥ 0,70 dust pick up on hard floor for hard floor vacuum cleaners ≥ 0,95 energy label containing the necessary information: suppliers’ name or trademark, model, energy efficiency class, average annual energy consumption, carpet or hard floor cleaning performance class, sound power vacuum cleaners level, etc.
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More standard updates GS certification now requires compliance with EK1 decision 557-13
Germany Temporary Allowed Using Existing Heavy Metals Limits in Toys
France Applies Eco-contribution Mechanism for Furniture
CPSC Revises Lead Exclusion Rule in Children’s Products
New Biocide - Regulation (EU) 528/2012 - Products that contain biocides, Article 58
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Ningbo 10th Anniversary: Green Week
Green Week was one of the 10th Anniversary Campaign events of our Ningbo office. During the week, colleagues were encouraged to travel to work using public transportation or by biking or walking. Car sharing was also a popular solution as an alternative to public transportation. At lunch times, colleagues were encouraged to switch off computers, monitors, printers and other electrical devices and to take the stairs instead of elevators. They were also asked to sign before they could receive a registered amount of paper. We collectively ensured that each piece of paper was put to a good use, thus avoiding waste.
HK 25th Anniversary: Free Fruit Day 2013 is TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong’s 25th anniversary. As part of the celebrations, a second “Free Fruit Day” was held recently, with colleagues and visitors enjoying pitaya, a low-sugar fruit that is high in fibre and a good source of Vitamin C, calcium and magnesium. A boat trip was also held on the evening of 26 July. Thirty colleagues joined the trip to enjoy the beautiful night views and have fun squid fishing.
Basketball Tournament with ZTE
TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong awarded Happy Company Logo
ZTE was invited to a basketball tournament at the Shekou Sport Centre in Shenzhen recently, joining a team from TÜV Rheinland Guangdong and two teams from TÜV Rheinland Shenzhen. The Guangdong team won the event; Shenzhen team 2 took second place and ZTE took third. Ms Lili Hu, COO of the Shenzhen office, and Mr Wang Zhihui, ZTE’s Director of the Corporate Quality, attended the games.
TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong was awarded the “Happy Company” logo by the Happy Workplace Campaign. Over the last 25 years, the number of staff members in Hong Kong has grown from 3 to over 500, all of whom receive competitive employee benefits and enjoy a quality work environment. TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong also actively communicates with its employees about ways to enhance workplace happiness.
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Test Seal for More Security in Online Shopping
TÜV Rheinland Certified Robot Suit for Medical Use
Shopping on the Internet has many advantages and is already a routine for many consumers. However, not all electronic shopping portals have the necessary security standards.
CYBERDYNE Inc.’s medical robot suit HAL (Hybrid Assistive Limb(R)) obtained a “passport” to the European market with the EC certification by TÜV Rheinland. HAL is a robotic suit that supports and expands the physical capabilities of people with physical disabilities. CYBERDYNE wishes the HAL to be used widely at rehabilitation/care welfare facilities in EU and thinks that this is the beginning to the world market.
As part of the independent and voluntary certification, the TÜV Rheinland testers carry out covert test orders, monitor the transfer of data and analyze and assess all important processes. “We have developed a new test so that consumers shopping online can recognize in an instant whether the shop they are shopping at is trustworthy,” says Ralph Freude, an IT expert at TÜV Rheinland. Now, successfully tested shopping portals will receive the seal “Certified Online Shop.”
Korea TÜV Rheinland Korea Registered as REACH Consultant
Hungary Acquisition of NDT Special Service Provider TÜV Rheinland Intercert Kft in Hungary has acquired 100 percent of Minell Quality Control and Services Ltd. The company provides services in the area of non-destructive testing for industrial clients particularly in the energy business. With the acquisition, TÜV Rheinland strategically and geographically expands the portfolio in Industrial Services.
The first company since 2008 to receive accreditation as a REACH services provider from the Korean Government, TÜV Rheinland’s Korean subsidiary is able to support local exporters in cooperation with Luxcontrol to comply with the European chemicals regulation. Potential TÜV Rheinland Korea customers interested in REACH consultancy services can apply directly on the government’s REACH home page. CEO of TÜV Rheinland Korea Mr Carsten Lienemann commented “I am proud and happy that TÜV Rheinland Korea is now among the very few officially recognized experts to consult Korean exporters regarding REACH requirements.”
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