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Sep 13, 2023
ECS becomes part of OETI, part of the TESTEX Group
OETI expands its activities in testing, evaluation and certification of PPE, taking over ECS GmbH effective July 1st, 2023. Existing ECS certificates remain valid and are managed through OETI from this date.
Sep 13, 2023
UK extends CE mark recognition for businesses
The Department for Business and Trade announced the indefinite extension of CE marking, covering 18 regulations including PPE. Businesses can continue to use the CE mark for goods placed on the Great Britain market.
Sep 13, 2023
New standards for eye protection published
The EN ISO 16321 series for eye and face protection introduces updated general, welding-specific and mesh-protector requirements — replacing older national standards across Europe.