Why are certificates and licenses for compliance important?
In the context of global sourcing, it is critically to ensure that the printing equipment you choose meets national standards and regulations. This is not only safe and efficient for the operation of your equipment, but also saves you the cost of potential re-configurations and returns.
Certificate and license requirements in Germany
CE certification
If you want to sell products in the EU market, your products must have CE marking. It shows that the product meets the health, safety and environmental protection requirements of the European Union.For detailed CE marking guidelines, please refer to the CE Marking official website.
（https://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/ce-marking_en）
GS certification
The GS mark stands for “Geprüfte Sicherheit” (tested safety), which ensures that the product meets the safety standards of Germany and the European Union. Especially for mechanical equipment, this mark is an important certification for entering the German market. For more information, please visit the official website of GS Mark.（https://www.tuv.com/germany/en/gs-mark.html）
DIN standard
In order to ensure the quality and performance of the equipment, it is very necessary to follow the German DIN standard. For specific DIN standards and requirements, please refer to the DIN official website. （https://www.din.de/）
Certificate and Licensing Requirements in the UK
UKCA certification
UKCA certification, introduced after Brexit, has now replaced CE marking. Understanding all the requirements of this mark is necessary to ensure the legal circulation of the equipment in the UK. For more information, please visit UK Government UKCA guidance.
（https://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/ce-marking_en）
BS standard
The BS standard is the national standard of the United Kingdom, which ensures the quality and performance of the products.To learn more about BS standards, visit the official BSI Group website.
How to select a printing equipment manufacturing plant that has these certificates and licenses?
1. Research and verify
When you look for a manufacturer, you research all the certifications they have, verifying them through third-party organizations or directly from the official website mentioned above.
2. Communicate with the manufacturer
Make sure they do understand and follow the requirements of your country by asking the manufacturer about the product’s certifications and approvals.
Local strategy: information collection and real-time communication to ensure accuracy
1. Dynamic policies and actual needs
Although we provide you with a reference list of certificates required for importing printing equipment, this is a basic reference. Policies and needs may vary from country to country and may even change over time and in specific circumstances.
2. Considerations for Non-Essential Credentials
According to SINHOSUN’s experience in exporting post-press equipment to the European market, we note that not all listed certificates are required. For example, while CE certificates are considered essential in most European countries, certain other certificates may become non-essential depending on the specific destination and type of product.
3. The best suggestion acquisition path
To ensure you get the most accurate and up-to-date information, we recommend that you take one of two approaches:
Contact a local agent: they are usually familiar with local import regulations and certificate requirements, as well as can provide you with tailored advice.
Contact SINHOSUN: As a company with rich experience in exporting, we have helped customers in many countries to successfully introduce post-press equipment. Our team is familiar with a wide range of policies and requirements, as well as can provide appropriate advice for your specific situation. We will provide you with all the necessary information and support to ensure that your purchasing process is simple and smooth.
Conclusions
Knowledge of these certificates and approvals is essential to ensure that purchased equipment meets country-specific requirements. Purchasing mechanical equipment is a major investment and making sure your selection is compliant will save you a lot of time and money.
