Intertek Blog
The Intertek Blog is a trusted source for insights on product safety, quality, sustainability, innovation, and compliance. The articles written by our experts explore industry trends, emerging technologies, regulatory developments, and best practices, delivering the knowledge and perspective you need to stay informed and inspired.
Most Recent Posts
29 Sep 2026
EN 18286 is published: the first piece of the EU AI Act standards puzzle is on the table
EN 18286 is now published, providing a roadmap for AI Act compliance
29 Sep 2026
K-REACH 2027 Deadline: Why Companies Should Start Preparing Now
Prepare now for the K‑REACH 2027 registration deadline and avoid compliance risks.
28 Sep 2026
Preparing for IEC 60601-1 Fourth Edition
A More Product-specific Approach Will Reshape Medical Device Safety Evaluations
25 Sep 2026
Construction Vibration Monitoring: Understanding the Measurements
How PPV, Frequency, Sensor Location and Trigger Levels Inform Construction Monitoring
22 Sep 2026
The first harmonized standard under the EU Battery Regulation becomes reality - EV batteries leading the way
Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/2048, published in the Official Journal in September 2026 the reference of EN 18060:2025 as a harmonized standard drafted in support of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 - the EU Battery Regulation.
21 Sep 2026
Bringing Medical Device Testing In-House Through Data Acceptance Programs
A Flexible Approach Can Help Manufacturers Gain Greater Control over Testing, Certification Timelines, and Product Development
21 Sep 2026
Understanding the IEC 61508 Functional Safety Lifecycle – Part 5
Functional Safety Does Not End at Product Release
18 Sep 2026
Inside a 30-Fan Whole-Building Airtightness Test
Testing More Than 770,000 Square Feet of Building Envelope at a Major Medical Center
18 Sep 2026
Why Medical Device EMC Testing May Need to Go Beyond the Standard
Ad Hoc Testing Can Help Address Interference that Consensus Standards May Not Fully Cover
16 Sep 2026
Microbiology Beyond the Laboratory: How Microorganisms Influence Corrosion
Four Key Lessons from EUROMIC’s MIC & Marine Corrosion Industry Training.
15 Sep 2026
Protecting Critical National Infrastructure in a Connected World
What Recent Airport Incidents Reveal about Cyber Resilience
14 Sep 2026
Why Independent Testing of In-Service Heat Detectors Is a Critical Life Safety Priority
The Importance of Periodic Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Under NFPA 72
14 Sep 2026
Understanding the IEC 61508 Functional Safety Lifecycle – Part 4
Verification, Validation, and the Evidence Problem