SGS, the Leading Global Testing and Certification Company, Unveils Advanced Automotive and Consumer Electronic Testing Facility in Pune, India

SGS, the Leading Global Testing and Certification Company, Unveils Advanced Automotive and Consumer Electronic Testing Facility in Pune, India

(IN BRIEF) SGS, a leading global testing and certification company, has opened a state-of-the-art testing facility in Chakan, Pune, India. The new facility specializes in automotive and consumer electronics testing, featuring advanced laboratories for metallurgy, polymer, chemical, and environmental testing, as well as dynamics, airbag deployment, and electromagnetic capability (EMC)/electromagnetic interference (EMI) testing. Located near Pune’s automotive hub, the facility offers reduced logistics costs and improved turnaround times. It operates 24/7, delivering fast and accurate results while accommodating high capacities. The site includes customer amenities, an engineering room for product debugging, and provisions for overnight stays. The facility aims to provide comprehensive testing solutions for automotive and consumer electronics industries, serving national and international clients. It is aligned with sustainability goals, incorporating green building practices and eco-friendly features such as rainwater harvesting, rooftop solar panels, EV charging points, and food waste recycling.

(PRESS RELEASE) PUNE, India, 28-Jun-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — SGS, a leading global testing and certification company, announced the opening of a state-of-the-art testing facility in Chakan, Pune, India, catering to the automotive and consumer electronics sectors. This larger facility boasts cutting-edge laboratories specializing in metallurgy, polymer, chemical and environmental testing, dynamics, airbag deployment, and electromagnetic capability (EMC)/electromagnetic interference (EMI) testing. It stands as the sole laboratory in India offering complete automation for device under test (DUT) and sample monitoring.

The strategic location of the Chakan laboratory near Pune, a major hub for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and automotive supply chains, enables reduced logistical costs and improved turnaround times. Operating around the clock, the facility possesses high capacity capabilities while delivering rapid and precise results.

In order to enhance customer experience, the site features an in-house customer lounge and pantry, and provisions for overnight stays with a dedicated guest room. Additionally, a specialized engineering room allows customers to debug and rework their products, eliminating the need for travel.

Key details of the facility are as follows:

• Location: Chakan, Pune, India
• Established: 2011, with the new facility opening in 2022
• Size: Total site area of 8,900 m2
• Employees: 120

SGS offers a range of testing and certification services for both national and international clients in the automotive and consumer electronics industries.

Key services provided by the facility include:

Automotive:

• Airbag testing at extreme temperatures from -40oC to 100oC
• Comprehensive EMC/EMI tests for automotive electronics sub-assemblies
• Vibration testing in high-capacity (8 ton) chambers
• Electric vehicle (EV) component testing
• Solar simulation testing
• Environment simulation testing
• Physical, chemical, and mechanical tests on automotive components
• Homologation services
• Certification services such as ECR 10, Inmetro, and country-specific certifications

Consumer electronics:

• EMI/EMC testing
• Wireless testing
• Certifications including CE, CB, CCC, G-Marking, BIS, and TEC

The Chakan facility is approved to adhere to JASO, ISO, CISPR, and IEC Indian standards, as well as global OEM specifications for renowned companies such as Volkswagen and Renault.

In alignment with SGS’s sustainability commitments, the new Chakan site has been designed with eco-friendly practices. All construction materials comply with green building guidelines, and the facility incorporates rainwater harvesting, a rooftop solar plant with a capacity of 340 kWp, EV charging points to encourage the use of electric vehicles, and a food waste recycling process for fertilizer production. The site is currently undergoing evaluation for Green Building certification.

Media contacts:

Shailesh Pandey
Deputy Director, Automotive
tel: +911246787600

SOURCE: SGS