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**
* Comprehensive testing and certification for electrical and electronic products, mandatory for market entry in the USA and Canada.
* Specialized services for medical electrical equipment, including field evaluation and approval based on the Canadian Model Code SPE 3000.
* International certification through the IECEE/CB Scheme, facilitating mutual acceptance of test reports and certificates among participating members based on IEC standards.
* IECEx Equipment Scheme certification for equipment intended for use in explosive atmospheres, enabling simplified access to multiple national safety certifications.
* Technical Advisory Services to guide product development and ensure compliance with global market requirements.
* On-site Field Certification (Unit Verification) for products not permitted under Field Evaluation, accepted by accreditation bodies.
**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.
* Over a quarter century of experience working with customers worldwide.
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**
* Comprehensive testing and certification for electrical and electronic products, mandatory for market entry in the USA and Canada.
* Specialized services for medical electrical equipment, including field evaluation and approval based on the Canadian Model Code SPE 3000.
* International certification through the IECEE/CB Scheme, facilitating mutual acceptance of test reports and certificates among participating members based on IEC standards.
* IECEx Equipment Scheme certification for equipment intended for use in explosive atmospheres, enabling simplified access to multiple national safety certifications.
* Technical Advisory Services to guide product development and ensure compliance with global market requirements.
* On-site Field Certification (Unit Verification) for products not permitted under Field Evaluation, accepted by accreditation bodies.
**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.
* Over a quarter century of experience working with customers worldwide.
Additional information
QPS Evaluation Services emphasizes a partnership approach to make testing and certification a positive experience. They offer custom solutions tailored to unique client needs, focusing on timely and cost-effective market entry. Their technical advisory service is designed to be engaged early in the product development cycle to identify potential compliance issues before production, thereby avoiding costly rework. For products requiring certification in North America, QPS-certified products are subject to a factory surveillance program. They also provide services for custom-made gas appliances and equipment, as well as custom-made equipment performed at the client's location.
Key Highlights
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Offers mandatory product testing and certification for market entry 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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Facilitates international market access through 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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Provides specialized services for equipment intended for use in explosive atmospheres (Ex equipment) under the IECEx Scheme.
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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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Offers on-site Field Certification (Unit Verification) as an internationally recognized form of certification.
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“Field Certification (FC) – also called Unit Verification – is an internationally recognized form of certification under the ISO conformity assessment system and is accepted by accreditation bodies.”
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.
Source
“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 & Canada).
- Companies requiring international certifications via IECEE/CB Scheme or IECEx.
- Producers of medical devices, industrial equipment, or products for explosive atmospheres.
How engagement typically works
- Partnership-driven approach for custom solutions.
- Proactive technical advisory for early-stage product development.
- Flexible on-site and field evaluation services.
Typical deliverables
- Product testing and certification reports.
- CB Test Certificates and Reports.
- IECEx Equipment Scheme Test Reports (ExTR).
- Field Evaluation Certificates.
- Technical compliance guidance.
Good to know
- Best when early engagement in product development is possible.
- Suitable for products requiring international compliance pathways.
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 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-11, IEC 61010-1, IEC standards for explosive atmospheres, Canadian Model Code SPE 3000
Test Coverage
Safety, EMC, Field Evaluation, Personnel Competence
Nrtl Relationships
CSA, Other (implied by North American focus and accreditations)
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 Testing, IECEx Equipment Scheme Testing, On-Site Field Certification
Sample Return Policy
N/A
Minimum Project Size
N/A
Pricing Model
Custom
