The electromagnetic compatibility facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology and features several measuring halls. It allows comprehensive testing of products ranging from circuit boards and devices to cars and trucks, regardless of their shape or size.
After nearly 18 months of construction, the EDAG Group, a premier global engineering service provider operating independently, has inaugurated its new, advanced competence centre for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) in Fulda, Germany.
As digitalization progresses, the presence of electronic components in products is expected to rise in the upcoming years. Each component emits an electromagnetic field that could interfere with other components’ functionality. Hence, it is crucial to measure the interference emissions and immunity of electronic components to ensure their electromagnetic compatibility in alignment with legal standards.
The EDAG’s EMC Centre, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and multiple measuring halls, provides an optimal testing environment for various products, including circuit boards, electronic devices, and vehicles ranging from cars to trucks. The facility is outfitted with anechoic chambers and features an umbrella and several amplifier cabins, complying with the most current standards. It holds certification from TISAX and accreditation from the German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) according to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025. Andreas Boländer, the head of the EMC Centre at EDAG, states that the investment in the facility enhances safe product development and provides clients with extensive services that can significantly cut additional costs. He explains that they work closely with clients from the initial stages of developing vehicles, machinery, and devices to identify and address EMC disruptions early. Additionally, they offer detailed consultations and provide precise, actionable recommendations.
The EMC Center benefits automotive manufacturers and their suppliers as well as companies from various other sectors that require component and product testing in anechoic chambers according to industry standards.
From the onset of development, the EMC team at EDAG is equipped to assist with creating test plans and choosing appropriate testing standards. The resultant test findings are meticulously analyzed and compiled into a comprehensive final report. The expert team also guides clients in choosing effective optimization strategies.
Harald Keller, CEO of the EDAG Group, remarks that the increasing complexity of many vehicles results in more electronic components. He highlights the company’s proactive approach to this trend and acknowledges the escalating significance of EMC in interconnected systems. Keller views the EMC Center as vital in broadening the company’s service offerings and entering new industrial sectors.
EDAG’s ‘Accredited Test Center’ (ATC), another testing facility nearby, is located at the same Fulda site as the EMC Centre. This centre specializes in environmental simulations and electrical/electronic and physicochemical testing methods. With the establishment of the EMC Centre, the EDAG Group fills a crucial technological void in safeguarding electronic components, offering clients comprehensive solutions from a single source and the opportunity to protect prototypes or components in development with tailor-made testing plans.
