Publications
Publications
On the topics of the association and its industry
Results: 258
13.12.2024
Exemption processes in the European directives RoHS and ELV (Factsheet)
The RoHS Directive restricts the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, that can be replaced by safer alternatives. These restricted substances include heavy…
Read more09.12.2024
ZVEI Business Cycle Report December 2024
The German electro and digital industry has been able to record a moderate rise in new orders in October 2024. The sector’s bookings were up two percent compared to a year earlier. However, a real…
Read more12.11.2024
Eliminating inconsistencies in digital regulation
The digital integration of the European single market holds immense potential for economic and social value creation. The companies of the electrical and digital industry are expected to generate…
Read more17.10.2024
Certification of voice alarm control and indicating equipment (VACIE) and its components to EN 54-16 and EN 54-4
Is certification for voice alarm control and indicating equipment (VACIE) to EN 54-16 and EN 54-4 required in Europe? What are the components of VACIE and can these be certified individually?
The…
Read more03.06.2024
Technical Guideline – TLF 0214 Validation of Low Voltage Automotive Connectors
This technical guideline represents a non-binding technical description of test procedures for automotive connectors up to 60 V DC. Representatives of the connector manufacturers in the ZVEI…
Read more27.05.2024
Portable batteries vs. industrial batteries in accordance with the Batteries Regulation 2023/1542/EU
ZVEI Position Paper
The ZVEI and its member companies have scrutinized the provisions of the new EU Batteries Regulation 2023/1542/EU (BATT2). The distinction between portable and industrial…
Read more27.05.2024
Upgrading of Luminaires
ZVEI White Paper
The past and present use of resources has led to a high environmental impact, environmental damage and a massive reduction in natural resources. The EU intends to counteract this by…
Read more10.05.2024
Measurement and diagnosis of partial discharges in low voltage applications ≤ 1000 volts (Guideline)
Partial discharge measurement
Partial discharges also occur in low-voltage applications due to the ever-increasing switching frequencies and the associated ever-increasing dU/dt. Partial discharges…
Read more22.04.2024
Start motors conserve resources
When electric motors are switched on directly, inrush currents can be up to 7 times higher and the torque up to three times higher. These effects can be avoided by using soft starters. The enclosed…
Read more21.02.2024
ZVEI Foreign Trade Report Special: Hungary
From time to time, the ZVEI provides additional information on selected countries and regions in a special edition of the foreign trade report.
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