QPS Evaluation Services
QPS Evaluation Services Inc.
QPS Evaluation Services offers comprehensive testing, certification, and field evaluation for electrical and electronic products, including specialized services for medical devices, industrial equipment, and products for explosive atmospheres.
QPS Evaluation Services Inc. is a designated ATEX Notified Body and a recognized third-party testing, certification, and inspection service provider. They specialize in on-site field evaluation and certification of electrical equipment, fuel-burning appliances, and medical electrical equipment, ensuring products meet regulatory requirements for market access. With accreditations from major Canadian and US bodies, QPS facilitates product approval for North American markets and globally through schemes like IECEE/CB and IECEx. They offer a one-stop solution for safety and energy efficiency certification, including specialized services for equipment used in explosive atmospheres (IECEx Scheme) and assistance with ATEX Type Certificates. QPS also provides a Technical Advisory Service to guide clients through product development and regulatory requirements, helping to identify potential compliance issues early. Their expertise ensures a smooth and efficient path to obtaining necessary certifications and approvals, making testing and certification a satisfying experience for customers worldwide.
About
**Who they are**
QPS Evaluation Services is a provider of testing, certification, and field evaluation services for electrical and electronic products. They offer specialized services for medical devices, industrial equipment, and products intended for explosive atmospheres.
**Expertise & scope**
* Offers comprehensive testing and certification for electrical and electronic products, mandatory for market access in the USA and Canada.
* Provides third-party certification marks recognized by regulatory authorities in the USA and Canada.
* Specializes in services for medical devices, industrial equipment, and products for explosive atmospheres.
* Facilitates international market access through schemes like IECEE/CB Scheme and IECEx Equipment Scheme.
* Conducts on-site field certification for equipment not approved under standard evaluation, including custom-made gas appliances and equipment.
* Offers technical advisory services to guide product development and ensure compliance with global market requirements.
**Reputation / proof points**
* Accredited by major accreditation and regulatory bodies in the USA and Canada.
* Recognized in the International IECEE/CB Scheme and IECEx Scheme.
* Has over a quarter century of experience working with customers worldwide.
* QPS is accredited in the CB Scheme as a National Certification Body (NCB) and as a Testing Laboratory (CBTL).
* Was the first Certification Body in North America accredited to certify personnel under the IECEx Certification of Personnel Competencies (CoPC) Scheme.
QPS Evaluation Services is a provider of testing, certification, and field evaluation services for electrical and electronic products. They offer specialized services for medical devices, industrial equipment, and products intended for explosive atmospheres.
**Expertise & scope**
* Offers comprehensive testing and certification for electrical and electronic products, mandatory for market access in the USA and Canada.
* Provides third-party certification marks recognized by regulatory authorities in the USA and Canada.
* Specializes in services for medical devices, industrial equipment, and products for explosive atmospheres.
* Facilitates international market access through schemes like IECEE/CB Scheme and IECEx Equipment Scheme.
* Conducts on-site field certification for equipment not approved under standard evaluation, including custom-made gas appliances and equipment.
* Offers technical advisory services to guide product development and ensure compliance with global market requirements.
**Reputation / proof points**
* Accredited by major accreditation and regulatory bodies in the USA and Canada.
* Recognized in the International IECEE/CB Scheme and IECEx Scheme.
* Has over a quarter century of experience working with customers worldwide.
* QPS is accredited in the CB Scheme as a National Certification Body (NCB) and as a Testing Laboratory (CBTL).
* Was the first Certification Body in North America accredited to certify personnel under the IECEx Certification of Personnel Competencies (CoPC) Scheme.
Additional information
QPS Evaluation Services emphasizes a partnership approach with clients, aiming to make the testing and certification process a satisfying experience. They offer custom solutions tailored to unique needs, including "just-in-time" approvals for custom-made gas appliances and equipment. For products intended for explosive atmospheres, QPS provides testing to applicable IEC standards and any required National Differences, issuing an Ex Test Report (ExTR) to facilitate national certification in participating countries without additional testing. Their technical advisory service is designed to proactively identify compliance issues early in the product development cycle, helping to avoid costly mistakes before production.
Key Highlights
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Offers mandatory third-party certification for electrical products in the USA and Canada.
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“In the USA and Canada, third-party certification of any and all electrical products is mandatory by law.”
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Provides international certification through the IECEE/CB Scheme and IECEx Equipment Scheme.
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“The CB Scheme is an international network of National Certification Bodies (NCBs) from around the world.”
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Specializes in testing and certification for products intended for explosive atmospheres (Ex equipment).
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“The IECEx Scheme is an international network of National Certification Bodies from around the world. It provides a mechanism for the mutual acceptance of test reports and certificates among participating members for equipment intended for use in explosive atmospheres (Ex equipment).”
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First Certification Body in North America accredited for IECEx Personnel Competence Certification (CoPC).
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“QPS was the first Certification Body in North America to be accredited to certify personnel under this Scheme.”
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Offers technical advisory services to guide product development and regulatory compliance.
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“Our technical experts will help you get on the right track early in the product development cycle, before you commit to production, and will guide you through the requirements that apply to your products in markets around the world.”
Certifications & Trust Signals
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Over a quarter century of experience in testing and certification.
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“With over a quarter century of experience working with customers worldwide, you can be confident in QPS’s unmatched competence and flexible testing and certification options”
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Accredited by major accreditation and regulatory bodies in the USA and Canada.
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“With accreditations by the major accreditation and regulatory bodies in the USA and Canada, and with recognition in the International IECEE/CB Scheme and IECEx Scheme, QPS provides manufacturers across a broad range of industries with one-stop testing and certification services”
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Recognized in the International IECEE/CB Scheme and IECEx Scheme.
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“With accreditations by the major accreditation and regulatory bodies in the USA and Canada, and with recognition in the International IECEE/CB Scheme and IECEx Scheme, QPS provides manufacturers across a broad range of industries with one-stop testing and certification services”
Buyer Snapshot
Best for
- Manufacturers seeking product certification for North American markets (USA and Canada).
- Companies requiring testing and certification for medical devices, industrial equipment, or products for explosive atmospheres.
- Businesses needing international market access through schemes like IECEE/CB and IECEx.
How engagement typically works
- Partnership approach with custom solutions.
- Proactive technical advisory for early-stage product development.
- Facilitation of international certification through established schemes.
Typical deliverables
- Product testing and certification reports.
- Certification marks for USA and Canada.
- IECEE/CB Test Reports and Certificates.
- IECEx Equipment Scheme Test Reports (ExTR).
- IECEx Personnel Competence Certification (CoPC).
- On-site field evaluations and certifications.
Good to know
- Best when products require third-party certification for market access.
- Suitable for products intended for use in explosive atmospheres.
- Effective for custom-made or unique equipment requiring specialized evaluation.
HQ:
Toronto, Canada
Languages:
English
Timezones:
EST, EDT
Claim status:
Listed
Services & Capabilities
Electrical Safety + EMC Testing (IEC 60601)
Industries:
Medical Devices
Pricing model:
Custom pricing
Standards Supported:
IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 61010-1
Test Coverage:
Both
Is Accredited:
Yes
Accreditation Body:
OSHA
Nrtl Relationships:
CSA
Cb Scheme Support:
Yes
On Site Testing Option:
Yes
Regions Served:
USA, Canada, Europe, The Americas, Asia, Australia, Africa
Nda Support:
Yes
Minimum Project Size:
No minimum
Max Eut Size:
Custom
Additional medical_device_emc_testing Details
Standards Supported
IEC 60601, IEC 60079 series, ISO conformity assessment system
Test Coverage
Safety, EMC, Field Evaluation, Personnel Competence
Nrtl Relationships
Recognized by regulatory authorities in USA and Canada
Max Eut Size
Custom
Chamber Type
N/A
Lead Time Band
N/A
Quote SLA
N/A
Test Types Offered
Product Testing and Certification, IECEE/CB Scheme, IECEx Equipment Scheme, On-Site Field Certification, Technical Advisory Service, IECEx Personnel Competence Certification
Sample Return Policy
N/A
Minimum Project Size
N/A
Pricing Model
Custom
