UKCA marking stands for “UK Conformity Assessed” marking. It is a mandatory marking that is required for products being placed on the market in Great Britain (England, Scotland, and Wales) after Brexit. It replaces the CE marking for most goods when placed on the market in Great Britain. The UKCA marking indicates that the product meets the applicable UK standards and regulations for safety, health, and environmental protection. It allows products to be sold and used legally in the UK market.
The EMC Directive, or Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, is a European Union directive that addresses the electromagnetic compatibility of electrical and electronic devices. It aims to ensure that these devices do not generate electromagnetic disturbance that could interfere with other equipment or human health, and that they remain unaffected by electromagnetic disturbances in their operating environment.
The EMC Directive applies to a wide range of products, including household appliances, IT equipment, medical devices, telecommunications equipment, industrial machinery, and more. It sets requirements for the design, manufacturing, and placing on the market of these products to mitigate electromagnetic interference.
To comply with the EMC Directive, manufacturers must conduct appropriate testing and assessment to ensure that their products meet the essential requirements specified in the directive. They may need to apply specific technical standards or demonstrate compliance through other means. CE marking is usually affixed to products that comply with the EMC Directive, indicating their conformity to the relevant requirements and allowing them to be freely sold within the European Economic Area.