Standards and labels

• EN 60903:2003

  EN 60903:2003 is a European safety standard for electrical live working. It sets rules for gloves and sleeves worn by electricians when working on live electrical parts. The standard includes requirements for materials, insulation, strength and durability. Tests are done to make sure the gloves and sleeves meet the standard, such as insulation, resistance to penetration, heat, flame, aging and durability. The standard also has guidelines for how to choose and use gloves and sleeves safely.

  Test results

  Insulating Material Class 0

  In standard EN 60903:2003, the designation Class 0 for insulating material specifies that the material has been tested and meets the criteria set for this specific classification. This result confirms that the insulating material is capable of providing a 1000 volts minimum level of electrical insulation protection, which is defined by the requirements set out in the standard. The testing method used to determine this classification for a material involves measuring the electrical insulation properties of the material under various conditions, such as different voltages and environmental conditions. This ensures that the material is safe and effective for insulating purposes, particularly in the context of electrical work where protection against electrical shocks is paramount. Consequently, products within this classification can be trusted by procurement professionals to meet the necessary safety standards when used properly in electrical applications or equipment.

• CE Marking

  CE Marking is a label that shows a product meets certain safety and environmental standards set by the European Union. To get the CE Marking, a company must test and certify their product meets these standards. CE Marking is required for many products sold in the EU, including electronics, machinery, toys and medical devices. It helps ensure that products are safe for consumers and the environment, and allows for easy trade within the EU.

• PPE Category 3

  PPE stands for "personal protective equipment." PPE Category 3 refers to equipment that is complex and provide the highest level of protection such as powered respirators, SCBA, and full body suits. In Europe, PPE Category 3 must meet certain safety standards set by the European Union, which means that it must be designed and manufactured to protect the user without causing harm. Companies that make or sell PPE must prove that it meets these standards. They also must have a quality management system in place, have to be audited regularly by a notified body and have to have a technical documentation.