Illuminating Compliance

Electrical Safety, EMC and Market Access Seminar on Luminaires

In an industry driven by innovation and evolving global regulations, ensuring compliance with Electrical Safety, EMC, and Market Access requirements is critical for manufacturers and developers of luminaires and lighting equipment. As lighting technologies advance—incorporating LED drivers, smart controls, and connected systems—so do the challenges of meeting regulatory and technical standards.

This seminar is designed for R&D engineers, Compliance specialists, and lighting industry professionals who need to navigate the complex landscape of Compliance requirements for luminaries. Attendees will gain practical insights into standard requirements, EMC and RF challenges, cyber security requirements, optical measurements and regulatory requirements for market access.

Join us to:

Understand critical electrical safety, EMC, and optical requirements for luminaires and lighting equipment.
Learn from experts about typical compliance mistakes and the best strategies to avoid them.
Discover global market access strategies, including ENEC, ENEC+ and CB certification requirements.
Get practical insights through case studies and real case testing examples.

Stay ahead of evolving compliance requirements and ensure your lighting products meet global standards efficiently and cost-effectively. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise and streamline your product certification process.

Agenda

8:30 – 9:00	Registration
9:00 – 9:10	Welcome speech, introduction Andrej Škof (SIQ Ljubljana)
9:10- 9:35	Crucial changes in the new edition IEC 60598-1 Ed.10 Most significant modifications, their impact on design and testing, and what these changes mean for manufacturers, engineers, and regulatory compliance. Igor Smrke (SIQ Ljubljana)
9:35 – 10:00	UL standard requirements for electrical safety for luminaries Understanding and meeting UL standard requirements is essential for manufacturers looking to enter and succeed in the North America market, as compliance is often a prerequisite for product acceptance. Roman Perhoč (SIQ Ljubljana)
10:00 – 10:15	Coffee break
10:15 – 10:45	Mandatory cybersecurity requirements for product compliance in Europe Addressing cybersecurity challenges and staying compliant with European cybersecurity requirements. Jože Novak (SIQ Ljubljana)
10:45 – 11:15	How to prepare for factory inspection Overview of key factory inspection requirements, common mistakes and how to avoid them, and best practices to streamline inspections and maintain compliance. Simon Malovrh (SIQ Ljubljana)
11:15 – 11:45	EN 12464-1, Why are photometric measurements important Requirements for lighting for indoor workplaces, taking into account the glare factor (UGR), illuminance levels, colours, and which fixtures ensure visual comfort for an optimal performance of employees. Asst. Prof. Matej Bernard Kobav (Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Ljubljana)
11:45 – 12:45	Lunch Break
12:45 – 13:15	How to approach certification schemes and international approvals Matej Žontar and Anja Jerovšek (SIQ Ljubljana)
13:15 – 13:45	Goniophotometry of lighting products with respect to the CIE S 025 and IES LM 79 standards Exploring goniophotometry as a key method for measuring the angular distribution of light in compliance with CIE S 025 and IES LM 79 standards and discussion of the technical aspects of LMT goniophotometers and their role in achieving accurate and standardised measurements. Stephen Dahle (LMT Lichtmesstechnik GmbH)
13:45 – 14:00	Coffee Break
14:00 – 14:30	Ensuring compliance for radio-controlled lighting; meeting standards & market requirements An in-depth look at regulatory frameworks, key certification processes, and best practices to ensure compliance with international standards, enabling manufacturers to successfully bring radio-controlled lighting products to market. Marjan Mak (SIQ Ljubljana)
14:30 – 16:00	Guided laboratory tour and live testing demonstrations A walk through SIQ testing laboratories with live demonstrations of typical tests.
16:00 – 18:00	Afternoon activity and networking Networking with industry experts in a relaxed atmosphere.

Registration fee

EUR 120 per participant.
EUR 90 per participant for 2 or more participants from the same company.

Seats are limited, so secure your spot today and stay ahead in the evolving landscape of lighting product compliance!

Accommodation

For the convenience of our seminar participants, SIQ has arranged a special discounted rate at the Austria Trend Hotel, located just a 15-minute walk from the seminar venue.

Hotel: Austria Trend Hotel Ljubljana

Distance: 15-minute walk to SIQ

Special Rate for seminar attendees: