QPS Evaluation Services
QPS Evaluation Services Inc.
QPS Evaluation Services offers comprehensive product testing, certification, and advisory services for global market access. Specializing in electrical and electronic equipment, including those for explosive atmospheres, they ensure compliance with international standards.
QPS Evaluation Services, an Applus+ company, is a designated ATEX Notified Body and a recognized certification body for various international schemes like IECEE/CB and IECEx. They provide third-party testing, certification, and inspection services to help manufacturers get their products to market efficiently and compliantly. With extensive experience and accreditations from major bodies in Canada and the USA, QPS offers one-stop solutions for electrical and electronic products, including energy efficiency and safety compliance. They are also equipped to handle equipment intended for use in explosive atmospheres through the IECEx Scheme, facilitating international trade. Beyond testing and certification, QPS provides a Technical Advisory Service to guide clients through product development and regulatory requirements, ensuring successful certification from the outset. Their services are designed to be flexible and customer-focused, aiming to make the testing and certification process a satisfying experience. QPS operates service centers across Canada, including Toronto, Pointe Claire, and Moncton, offering on-site field evaluation and certification services for various equipment types, including medical, laboratory, and industrial automation equipment.
About
**Who they are**
QPS Evaluation Services is a product testing, certification, and advisory services provider focused on global market access. They specialize in electrical and electronic equipment, ensuring compliance with international standards.
**Expertise & scope**
* Mandatory third-party certification for electrical products in the USA and Canada, with recognized certification marks.
* Accreditation by major US and Canadian bodies, with recognition in the IECEE/CB Scheme and IECEx Scheme.
* One-stop testing and certification services for various markets.
* Factory surveillance programs for certified products in the USA and Canadian markets.
* IECEE/CB Scheme participation as a National Certification Body (NCB) and Testing Laboratory (CBTL), facilitating mutual acceptance of test reports and certificates for electrical equipment based on International IEC standards.
* IECEx Equipment Scheme for equipment intended for use in explosive atmospheres (Ex equipment), providing a simplified means for obtaining multiple national safety certifications.
* Technical Advisory Services to guide product development and market entry by reviewing designs, prototypes, and identifying non-compliance areas.
* On-Site Field Certification (Unit Verification) as an internationally recognized form of certification under the ISO conformity assessment system.
* IECEx Certification of Personnel Competencies (CoPC) Scheme for individuals working in potentially explosive atmospheres, verifying knowledge and skills for Ex equipment.
**Reputation / proof points**
* Over a quarter century of experience working with customers worldwide.
* First Certification Body in North America accredited to certify personnel under the IECEx CoPC Scheme.
QPS Evaluation Services is a product testing, certification, and advisory services provider focused on global market access. They specialize in electrical and electronic equipment, ensuring compliance with international standards.
**Expertise & scope**
* Mandatory third-party certification for electrical products in the USA and Canada, with recognized certification marks.
* Accreditation by major US and Canadian bodies, with recognition in the IECEE/CB Scheme and IECEx Scheme.
* One-stop testing and certification services for various markets.
* Factory surveillance programs for certified products in the USA and Canadian markets.
* IECEE/CB Scheme participation as a National Certification Body (NCB) and Testing Laboratory (CBTL), facilitating mutual acceptance of test reports and certificates for electrical equipment based on International IEC standards.
* IECEx Equipment Scheme for equipment intended for use in explosive atmospheres (Ex equipment), providing a simplified means for obtaining multiple national safety certifications.
* Technical Advisory Services to guide product development and market entry by reviewing designs, prototypes, and identifying non-compliance areas.
* On-Site Field Certification (Unit Verification) as an internationally recognized form of certification under the ISO conformity assessment system.
* IECEx Certification of Personnel Competencies (CoPC) Scheme for individuals working in potentially explosive atmospheres, verifying knowledge and skills for Ex equipment.
**Reputation / proof points**
* Over a quarter century of experience working with customers worldwide.
* First Certification Body in North America accredited to certify personnel under the IECEx CoPC Scheme.
Additional information
QPS Evaluation Services offers a range of services designed to streamline the product approval process. Their Technical Advisory Service emphasizes proactive planning during product development to avoid costly mistakes and ensure successful certification. For products intended for explosive atmospheres, they provide IECEx Equipment Scheme certification, testing to applicable IEC standards and national differences. They also offer IECEx Personnel Competence Certification, enabling individuals to prove their skills for working with Ex equipment. Their Field Certification service is an internationally recognized option for products not approved under Field Evaluation, providing a timely and cost-effective route to market.
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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Accredited in the IECEE/CB Scheme as a National Certification Body (NCB) and Testing Laboratory (CBTL).
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“QPS is accredited in the CB Scheme as a National Certification Body (NCB) and as a Testing Laboratory (CBTL).”
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Provides IECEx Equipment Scheme certification for products intended for explosive atmospheres.
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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.
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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 market entry.
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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”
Buyer Snapshot
Best for
- Manufacturers seeking electrical product certification for North American markets.
- Companies requiring certification for equipment used in explosive atmospheres (IECEx).
- Businesses needing guidance on product development and regulatory compliance.
How engagement typically works
- Partnership approach to custom solutions.
- Proactive technical advisory for early-stage development.
- Streamlined certification processes for market access.
Typical deliverables
- Product testing and certification reports.
- IECEE/CB Test Certificates and Reports.
- IECEx Ex Test Reports (ExTR) and Equipment Scheme Certificates.
- IECEx Personnel Competence Certificates (CoPC).
- On-Site Field Certification (Unit Verification).
Good to know
- Best when products require testing and certification to international electrical safety standards.
- Suitable for equipment intended for use in explosive atmospheres.
HQ:
Toronto, CA
Languages:
English
Timezones:
EST, CST, MST, PST, UTC-5, UTC-6, UTC-7, UTC-8
Status:
listed
Services & Capabilities
Packaging + Shelf-life + Distribution Testing
Industries:
Medical Devices
Pricing model:
Custom pricing
Packaging Tests Offered:
Compression, Vibration, Drop
Shelf Life Methods Offered:
Real-time aging, Accelerated aging, Both
Distribution Tests Offered:
Vibration, Drop, Compression
Standards Supported:
ISO 11607, ASTM D4169, ISTA, ISO 16775, Other
Is Accredited:
Yes
Accreditation Body:
SCC
Has Climate Chambers:
Yes
Has Distribution Simulation:
Yes
Nda Support:
Yes
Additional packaging_shelf_life_testing Details
Packaging Tests Offered
N/A
Standards Supported
IEC standards, IECEE/CB Scheme standards, IECEx standards, US standards, Canadian standards, IEC 60079 series
Shelf Life Methods Offered
N/A
Distribution Tests Offered
N/A
Lead Time Band
N/A
Quote SLA
N/A
Sample Return Policy
N/A
Minimum Project Size
N/A
Pricing Model
N/A
