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 global product testing, certification, and advisory services provider with over a quarter century of experience. They ensure compliance with international standards for a broad range of industries.
**Expertise & scope**
* Product testing and certification for North American market access, including mandatory third-party certification for electrical products in the USA and Canada.
* IECEE/CB Scheme participation, offering mutual acceptance of test reports and certificates among over 50 participating countries to simplify obtaining multiple national safety certifications.
* IECEx Equipment Scheme for products intended for use in explosive atmospheres (Ex equipment), facilitating international trade.
* Technical Advisory Services to guide product development and market expansion by reviewing designs and prototypes against regulatory and standards requirements.
* 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) for individuals working in potentially explosive atmospheres.
**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.
* QPS is accredited in the CB Scheme as a National Certification Body (NCB) and as a Testing Laboratory (CBTL).
* QPS is an Ex Certification Body (ExCB) within the IECEx Scheme.
* First Certification Body in North America accredited to certify personnel under the IECEx CoPC Scheme.
QPS Evaluation Services is a global product testing, certification, and advisory services provider with over a quarter century of experience. They ensure compliance with international standards for a broad range of industries.
**Expertise & scope**
* Product testing and certification for North American market access, including mandatory third-party certification for electrical products in the USA and Canada.
* IECEE/CB Scheme participation, offering mutual acceptance of test reports and certificates among over 50 participating countries to simplify obtaining multiple national safety certifications.
* IECEx Equipment Scheme for products intended for use in explosive atmospheres (Ex equipment), facilitating international trade.
* Technical Advisory Services to guide product development and market expansion by reviewing designs and prototypes against regulatory and standards requirements.
* 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) for individuals working in potentially explosive atmospheres.
**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.
* QPS is accredited in the CB Scheme as a National Certification Body (NCB) and as a Testing Laboratory (CBTL).
* QPS is an Ex Certification Body (ExCB) within the IECEx Scheme.
* First Certification Body in North America accredited to certify personnel under the IECEx CoPC Scheme.
Additional information
QPS Evaluation Services emphasizes a partnership approach with clients, aiming to make the testing and certification process efficient and satisfying. They offer custom solutions tailored to unique needs, including "just-in-time" approvals for custom-made gas appliances and equipment. For products entering the USA and Canadian markets, compliance requires testing and certification to the requirements of both countries, with complying products bearing the QPS Certification Mark. These certified products are subject to a factory surveillance program. Their technical advisory services are designed to be engaged early in the product development cycle to identify potential non-compliance issues before production, thereby avoiding costly mistakes and ensuring successful certification.
Key Highlights
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Offers comprehensive product testing and certification for global market access, specializing in electrical and electronic equipment.
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“QPS Evaluation Services offers comprehensive product testing, certification, and advisory services for global market access.”
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Mandatory third-party certification for electrical products in the USA and Canada is a core service.
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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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Participates in the IECEE/CB Scheme to facilitate mutual acceptance of test reports and certificates across over 50 countries.
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“The CB Scheme is an international network of National Certification Bodies (NCBs) from around the world. It provides a mechanism for the mutual acceptance of test reports and certificates among participating members.”
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Provides IECEx Equipment Scheme certification for products intended for use in 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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Offers IECEx Certification of Personnel Competencies (CoPC) for individuals working in potentially explosive atmospheres.
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“The IECEx Certification of Personnel Competencies (CoPC) Scheme enables individuals working in potentially explosive atmospheres to provide independent proof that they have the knowledge and skills necessary to work on, service or install Ex equipment.”
Certifications & Trust Signals
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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...”
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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...”
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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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“QPS is accredited in the CB Scheme as a National Certification Body (NCB) and as a Testing Laboratory (CBTL).”
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QPS is an Ex Certification Body (ExCB) within the IECEx Scheme.
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“Each participating country has one or more national certification organizations recognized by the IECEx Scheme as an Ex Certification Body (ExCB). A manufacturer located anywhere in the world may apply to any of the participating ExCBs – such as QPS – to carry out the required testing/assessment...”
Buyer Snapshot
Best for
- Manufacturers seeking product certification for North American markets.
- Companies requiring international certification through schemes like IECEE/CB and IECEx.
- Businesses needing technical guidance during product development for regulatory compliance.
How engagement typically works
- Partnership-driven approach for custom solutions.
- Proactive technical advisory for early-stage product development.
- Focus on timely and cost-effective market entry.
Typical deliverables
- Product Testing and Certification Reports.
- CB Test Certificates and Reports.
- IECEx Test Reports (ExTR) and Certificates.
- On-Site Field Certification.
- Personnel Competence Certifications (CoPC).
Good to know
- Best when engaging early in the product development cycle for technical advisory services.
- Requires adherence to factory surveillance programs for certified products in North America.
HQ:
Toronto, CA
Languages:
English
Timezones:
EST, CST, MST, PST, UTC-5, UTC-6, UTC-7, UTC-8
Claim 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
Lead Time Band:
Start in 0-2 weeks
Quote SLA:
< 24 hours
Additional packaging_shelf_life_testing Details
Packaging Tests Offered
N/A
Standards Supported
IEC standards, National Differences, IECEE/CB Scheme standards, IEC 60079 series
Shelf Life Methods Offered
N/A
Distribution Tests Offered
N/A
Lead Time Band
Start in 0-2 weeks
Quote SLA
< 24 hours
Sample Return Policy
N/A
Minimum Project Size
N/A
Pricing Model
Custom
