CE Marking:
CE Mark that means "Conformity of Europe" (Conformité Européenné) in French is a mark valid for products which are presented in "New Approach Directives" issued in 1987 in the scope of "New Approach Policy" which is within the framework of technical legislation of European Union.
CE mark is not a quality document or quality brand. CE is the proof that CE marked products is providing all the conformity criterias of EU Directives.
CE marked product is supposed to satisfy all the general health and safety needs of related EU New Approach Directives. All mandatory rules related to general health and safety needs of each directive must be satisfied by the products which are presented in the scope.
Shortly, it is quite important not to see CE mark as quality mark. CE mark is the assurance that the product provide minimum conditions not to do harm to nature, environment and humanbeing. This assurance acting like a passport for circulation of product in Europe.
The issued directives conclude definition of product, existing risks, required minimum safety needs and procedures of conformity evaluation.
What do Manufacturers need to do about this subject?
Manufacturers should determine products which are the scope of the directive and directives must be examined. If necessary, you should go for a change in the production line and certification should begin preparatory work.