A design is only finished when you can show that it works, and keeps working, in the conditions it was built for. Test and validation turn the specification into evidence, and reduce the risk of expensive surprises at certification, in production and in the field.
What we cover
- Test plans derived from the requirements, so every requirement has a way of being verified.
- Functional tests of hardware and firmware on prototypes and pre-series units.
- Measurement of performance: power consumption, timing, accuracy, signal quality and thermal behaviour.
- Pre-compliance measurements for EMC and safety-related behaviour, to find problems before the formal laboratory test.
- Production test concepts and fixtures, so that every unit leaving the line is checked in a consistent way.
Fewer surprises at certification
Formal compliance testing is expensive, and failing it costs time and repeated lab sessions. We prepare for it: reviewing the design against the relevant standards early, doing pre-compliance measurements and fixing weaknesses while changes are still cheap. We help you prepare the technical documentation, while the formal certification itself is carried out by accredited laboratories.
Testing in production
A good production test finds assembly faults and component problems quickly and cheaply. We define what needs to be tested, design the fixture and the test software, and make results traceable. The firmware can be prepared to support this, with test modes and programming access built in. See embedded firmware.
What you receive
- A documented test plan and test procedures.
- Test setups, scripts and fixtures that your team can reuse.
- Validation and pre-compliance reports with findings and recommendations.
- Input for the technical file needed for certification.
Frequently asked questions
Can you test a product that is already on the market?
Yes. We can investigate returns, intermittent faults and compliance concerns, and recommend corrective actions. See also design review and rescue.
Do you perform the formal certification tests?
Formal certification is performed by accredited test laboratories. We prepare you for it and support you through the process.