CE marking

What does the CE mark mean?
The CE mark is a declaration that the product complies with the requirements of the directives and standards. The CE mark is therefore not a quality mark. But the requirements of the legislation are based on environmental considerations and consumer health and safety. It is important to note that the CE mark does not always mean that the product has been tested. For some products there is no requirement for testing, while for others, such as dangerous machinery, there is a requirement for testing by an independent body - a third party. A CE mark also does not necessarily mean that the product has been produced within the EU/EFTA.

What is the role of standards in CE marking?
European standards play a key role in CE marking. This is particularly true of the so-called harmonised standards, which are, in short, standards for how a manufacturer can comply with a directive. If you follow a harmonised standard, you have the right to assume that you also meet the essential requirements of the legislation. This is also called the right of presumption. In other words, the standards become a tool for the manufacturer to prove that he meets the requirements of the legislation.

For most products, the standards are an offer to the manufacturer and their use is voluntary. However, in the case of construction products, for example, the use of standards is compulsory, i.e. the use of harmonised standards is mandatory. 

In GTBUILD we have CE marked our products where this is required or where it gives our customers a greater assurance of standardisation and safety.

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