Road equipment includes products that are meant to help and protect you and other road users. There is a requirement that lighting columns, road restraint systems, signs, delineator posts and road traffic noise reducing devices are CE-marked in order for the road holder to be able to provide the roads with save and adapted products.

Today, there is a requirement for CE marking for road equipment components. In order to CE-mark products, essential features need to be developed or reviewed by a notified body (an approved independent partner). We at RISE can help you with testing, calculation, guidance, investigation or evaluation in the field of crash, fatigue, as well as static and dynamic load.

The requirements for the mechanical properties of road equipment components are used to reduce the number of deaths and injuries in traffic.

RISE can help you to prepare documentation for the technical documentation (the technical file) that is available to show that the product meets the necessary requirements.

We deliver an efficient evaluation process for you who need to CE-mark road equipment components. Through our work we can help reduce the cost of your development process, for example with a reduced test plan or engineering assessments. Engaging us early in the development process can make your path smoother and faster to a CE-marked product.

At RISE we can evaluate mechanical properties for the following product standards: Lighting columns - EN 40 (EN 40-4, EN 40-5, EN 40-6, EN 40-7, EN 40-3-1, EN 40-3-2, EN 40-3-3), Signs - EN 12899-1, delineator posts - EN 12899-3, road traffic noise reducing devices - EN 14388 (EN 1794-1, EN 1794-2) and road restraint systems - EN 1317 (EN 1317-5). See link below for RISE's competence as a notified body for CPR.

The work include both accredited and non-accredited testing methods. The scope of accreditation is available upon request – please feel free to contact us for more information.

We help you to achieve a CE marking. We issue evaluation reports that can be used as a basis for CE marking. We can carry out training and for non-CE marked products we can also be advisors in your development of both new products and methods.

A project often starts with a feasibility study where we help with what documentation is needed to start the certification process.

Lighting columns - EN 40

(EN 40-4, EN 40-5, EN 40-6, EN 40-7, 

EN 40-3-1, EN 40-3-2, EN 40-3-3)

Signs - EN 12899-1

Delineator posts - EN 12899-3

Road traffic noise reducing devices - EN 14388

(EN 1794-1, EN 1794-2)

Road restraint systems - EN 1317

(EN 1317-5)

Testing according to "UN Reccomendations on the transport of dangerous goods, Manual of Tests and Criteria, section 33.2.4 Test N.1: Test method for flammable solids" evaluates a materials tendency to propagate fire. The data is used for determination of safe transportation.

Dangerous goods are items or substances that can imply a risk for health, safety, property, or the environment. Some items, which may not be harmful by itself, may become a risk when combined with other substances.

Most regulations concerning dangerous goods, such as national regulations, the IMDG Code, IATA etc. are based on the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods Model Regulations. The guidance document is developed by the United Nations to uniform national and international regulations. 

Dangerous goods are divided into nine different classes, grouped by their physical and chemical properties. Through testing a packaging group is assigned, in accordance with the degree of danger they present. In Division 4.1: 

^{CLASS       SUBSTANCE}
1.          Explosive substances and articles
2.          Gases
3.          Flammable liquids
4.1        Flammable solids
4.2        Substances liable to spontaneous combustion
4.3        Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases
5.1        Oxidizing substances
5.2        Organic peroxides
6.1        Toxic substances 
6.2        Infectious substances
7.          Radioactive materials
8.          Corrosive substances
9.          Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles

Testing is performed according to the UN manual of Tests and Criteria - Section 33: Division 4.1 Test N.1: Test method for flammable solids. The test generates data which can be used to classify dangerous goods and as a basis for risk analysis and research.

Testing is performed by applying a burner to a 250 mm unbroken strip, or powder train, of the material which rests on an impervious surface. Ignition and flame propagation is observed. Initial testing is performed according to 33.2.4.3.1 Preliminary screening test, if the material propagates combustion in a given time frame the Burning rate test, according to 33.2.4.3.2, shall be carried out. In the Burning rate test the burning time is measured and depending on how fast the flame front propagates the product is assigned a suitable packing group.

The product can be classified as "Not a flammable solid", "Flammable solid - Packing group II/Cat. 1" or "Flammable solid-  Packing group III/Cat. 2".

The result is summarized by RISE in a written report. The report is delivered in English.

Leadtime is communicated separately upon quotation.

Amount of material and sampling

These tests are suitable for solid materials, such as powders, granular and paste-like substances. The amount of material required to performed a complete test program, including both Preliminary screening test and Burning rate test, is approximately 0.5 - 1 kg.

The material should be sent in sealed containers.

UN, Manual of Tests and Criteria, section 33.2.4 Test N.1: Test method for flammable solids

The trend in the industry today is that an increasing part of the risk reduction is dependent on the correct operation of the machine's control system. This applies both to traditional machines but also to mobile machines. RISE is accredited by Swedac for evaluating control systems in machines and works with standards such as ISO 13849 and IEC 6206

RISE can help evaluate that the requirements of these machine safety standards are met. The reason for taking help from RISE can either be to build up your internal expertise in the area or that you need an independent evaluation of your design. If your product is classified as Logic Units for Protective Functions in accordance with point 21 of Annex 4 of the Machinery Directive 2006/42 / EC, we can issue an EC type-approval in addition to an evaluation report.

By using RISE early in your Product development, you avoid the risk of misinterpreting these functional safety standards. The first choice is whether you shall work with ISO 13849 which is based on the risk reduction measure Performance level or IEC 62061 which is based on the risk reduction measure SIL - Safety Integrity Level or alternatively if for your product there are other functional safety requirements stated directly in your product safety standard. Even when identifying the correct standard, there are many pitfalls, we usually stress how important it is to define the safety functions correctly before proceeding with the design of the associated software and hardware.

The evaluation is based on ISO 13849-1:2015 but we are also updated on the upcoming version ISO 13849-1:2023. The updates to the standard include (among other things):

• Clearer definitions of terms and concepts that will make it easier to understand and apply the standard.
• Expanded use of Performance level (PL)
• Updated documentation requirements to ensure that all necessary information on machinery safety is documented and available.
• The new standard emphasises more the human role in machinery safety, including the need to train and develop user competence in the use of machinery and safety-related parts of control systems.

The evaluation is based on our Swedac accredited methods for:

• ISO 13849
• IEC 62061

The result of the functional safety evaluation is summarized in an accredited RISE report.

Avaliable courses

ISO 13849 Safety of Machinery

IEC 62061 Safety of Machinery

RISE is a designated technical service for testing of vehicles components for type approval according to the ECE-regulation.

The ECE-regulations are uniform technical regulations for wheeled vehicles and equipment intended to be mounted in such vehicles. The purpose of the regulations is to ensure that all compnents that are marketed have been type approved to fulfil the requirements in the regulations. RISE offer testing for type approval of vehicle components. 

In order for a product to be marketed it has to be type approved by an Authority. As a designated Technical service RISE has been approved by the Swedish Transportation Authority to perform testing in connection with type approval.

RISE is also approved for initial assessment and surveillance audits (CoP) of quality management systems of manufacturer´s within the scope of type approval.                

We use several different ackredited methods to test compnents against the requirements set forth in the ECE-regulations (see list to the right)

The work include both accredited and non-accredited testing methods. The scope of accreditation is available upon request – please feel free to contact us for more information.

The results are reported in a test report, written in English.

In accordance to agreement.

ECE R11 door latches and hinges 

ECE R14 safetybelts anchorage

ECE R17 seats 

ECE R21 interior fittings

ECE R25 heas restraints

ECE R34 prevention om fire risk

ECE R43 safety glazing

ECE R58 Rear underrun protective devices (RUPDs)

ECE R58 stregths of seats and their anchorage (buses)

Evaluation of gamma emissions in building materials.

Evaluation in field or in laboratory environment för declaration of the rates of 226-radium (238-uran), 232-thorium and 40-kalium, as a basis for the declaration of I-index. 

In order for building materials to be approved in line with the EU-directives of building materials and Swedish radiation acts and directives on gamma emissions in housings.  

Evaluation in field - gamma spectrometry - methods outlined according to SP-methodology 605. 

Laboratory methode according to document CEN/TS 17216 -  accredited method in-house guide VALO 4.5.

Test report according to method is delivered. 

Information with regard to delivery time is given by the contact person

CEN/TR 17113 as guideline for calculation of I-index and final effective dose in building. 

CE marking is obligatory for industrial doors, garage doors and gates on the European market under the Construction Product Regulation. There is a requirement that certain tests must be carried out by an accredited testing laboratory. RISE has this accreditation for testing. 

The tests are carried out to investigate how new constructions work in practice, how they match to the standard requirements and can also be used as a basis for CE marking.

CE marking is mandatory for industrial doors, garage doors and gates on the European market according to the Construction Product Regulation.

RISE are one of the leading "Notified Bodies" in all tests and assessments in accordance with the European harmonized product standard EN 13241: 2003 + A2: 2016.

RISE can help you with everything you need in connection with testing of doors and gates.

The following tests / statements can be offered in accordance with EN 13241: 2003 + A2: 2016 with associated sub-standards:

• Air permeability
• Watertightness
• Resistance to wind load
• Peak forces
• Additional mechanical properties
• U-value
• Dangerous substances
• Fire resistance
• Electrical safety

When the test is completed, the results are reported in a written report or statement describing how the test object has performed against the current standard.

The report or statement can then be used as a basis for CE marking.

Delivery time will be given on request of a quote

Any required preparatory work will be advised on request of a quote

EN 13241:2003+A2:2016 with associated sub-standards:

External and internal doors are tested at RISE in a number of different ways. Testing is carried out to partly to investigate how new construction types work and partly as quality assurance with respect to the manufacturer’s product range. Here at RISE we investigate how external and internal doors perform when subjected to different climate variab

Testing is carried out to partly to investigate how new construction types (and methods) work and partly as quality assurance with respect to the manufacturer’s product range.

Testing is conducted in a very thorough and careful manner, to see if and why any problems arise during the process.

The tests are carried out partly to examine how new designs work and also as quality control of manufacturers for their products.

The following tests determinations can be offered (and the list is not exhaustive, we can consider all related testing in the doors scope):

• Air permeability according to EN1026
• Watertightness according to EN 1027
• Resistance to wind load according to EN12211
• Closing force according to EN12046-2
• U-value according to EN-ISO 12567–1 or calculation according to EN 10077-2
• Moisture and temperature stability according to EN 1121

The customer receives a test report on completion of the investigation which shows how the door has compared with the class requirements laid down in the relevant classification standards connected to the testing standards mentioned above. 

The report includes explanations of the results achieved (often using photographs) by diagrams, tables and descriptions, plus a classification summary on the front page together with a short description of the test object. Drawings and detailed descriptions of the door supplied by the customer are included in the report appendix.

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Delivery time will be given on request of a quote

Any required preparatory work will be advised on request of a quote

Air permeability according to EN1026

Watertightness according to EN 1027

Resistance to wind load according to EN12211

Closing force according to EN12046-2

U-value according to EN-ISO 12567–1 or calculation according to EN 10077-2

Moisture and temperature stability according to EN 1121

Windows are tested at RISE in a number of different ways. 

Here at RISE we investigate how windows perform when subjected to different climate variables in the form of rain, wind and cold. 

Testing is carried out to partly to investigate how new construction types (and methods) work and partly as quality assurance with respect to the manufacturer’s product range. Testing is conducted in a very thorough and careful manner.

The tests are carried out partly to examine how new designs work and also as quality control of manufacturers for their products.

The following tests determinations can be offered (and the list is not exhaustive, we can consider all related testing in the windows scope):

Air permeability according to EN1026

Watertightness according to EN 1027

Resistance to wind load according to EN12211

Operating forces according to EN12046-1

U-value according to EN-ISO 12567–1 or calculation according to EN 10077-2

Condensation test according to RISE methods 0736/5354

Moisture and temperature stability according to RISE method 258

The customer receives a test report on completion of the investigation which shows how the window has compared with the class requirements laid down in the relevant classification standards connected to the testing standards

The report includes explanations of the results achieved (often using photographs) by diagrams, tables and descriptions, plus a classification summary. Drawings and detailed descriptions of the window supplied by the customer are included in the report appendix.

Delivery time will be given on request of a quote

Any required preparatory work will be advised on request of a quote

Air permeability according to EN1026

Watertightness according to EN 1027

Resistance to wind load according to EN12211

Operating forces according to EN12046-1

U-value according to EN-ISO 12567–1 or calculation according to EN 10077-2

Condensation test according to RISE methods 0736/5354

Moisture and temperature stability according to RISE method 258

Certification of fire alarm systems and smoke and heat ventilation products according to Construction Products regulation (CPR) and/or intruder alarm systems according to SPCR201.

Fires and burglary cost society a great deal of personal suffering and incur huge costs annually. RISE Certification has for this reason developed a service that gives the possibility for higher quality requirements for both fire alarms and burglar alarms. For fire alarms, the Construction Product Regulation (CPR) must be fulfilled before these products can be put on on the European market. By complying with this regulation, the manufacturer CE can mark its Product.

Intruder alarms are not included in the Construction Product Regulation (CPR) requirements, but must nevertheless comply with applicable EU directives and regulations such as Electrical safety, EMC and RED directives.

Fulfill current legal requirements in Europe and show that the product is a professional alarm system certified by a recognized accredited certification body that can open new doors to new markets.

The certification is performed by RISE Certification in Borås, Sweden.

Certificate according to Construction Products regulation (CPR) or product certificate RISE Security for intruder alarm systems according to SPCR201.

According to agreement in quotation.

EN 12101-10

EN 54-2

EN 54-4

EN 54-18

EN 54-21

EN 50131-3

EN 50131-6

EN 50136-2

Type testing of intruder alarms where the test result can be a base for certification according to SSF requirements and European certifications.

Unfortunately, burglary is a major problem that leads to many problems in our society. For many years there have been burglar alarms on the market. Unfortunately, these initially showed problems with operational reliability such as false alarms. To avoid these problems, standards for equipment used in  intruder alarms have been developed, This has created the conditions for operational reliability, robustness and reliability. This service for testing intruder alarms has been used since the 1970s at RISE and there is much experience in this area.

A professional intruder alarm may require proof of its robustness and reliability. We have extensive experience and a broad and deep knowledge to create valuable evidence of this.

The type testing according to European standards is performed accredited according to requirements of ISO/IEC 17025 at our test lab in Borås.

The testing according to European standards is reported in one or more accredited type test reports that can be used as a basis for certification.

An intruder alarm system may differ in complexity. The delivery time depends on this and will be defined at the request for a tender.

At request for a tender, we will need information about what Security grade and Environmental class according to EN 50131-1 you like to fulfil. We will also need a general description of you product/ products.

EN 50131-1

EN 50131-3

EN 50131-4

EN 50131-6

EN 50131-10

EN 50136-1

EN 50136-2

EN 50136-3

EN 60839-11-1

SSF1014 edition 6

SSF114 edition 3

SSF 1120 Cybersecurity