Live Webinar: Field Evaluation for Machinery in North America

Companies exporting machinery or electrical equipment to the U.S. or Canada face different product safety, approval, and commissioning requirements than in Europe. CE marking alone is not sufficient for the North American market. The local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) may require an additional evaluation before equipment can be approved and put into operation.

Depending on the machinery, installation, and location, a field evaluation may be required. This involves assessing the equipment directly at the installation site against the applicable safety requirements. Field evaluations are commonly used for imported, custom-built, or modified machinery and equipment.

In our live webinar, you’ll learn when a field evaluation may be necessary, how the process works, and how to prepare your machinery and the required documentation for a smooth evaluation.

What You’ll Learn in the Webinar

Using practical, real-world examples, we’ll show you what to expect before, during, and after a field evaluation.

You’ll gain a better understanding of the requirements to consider during the planning stage, the documentation you’ll need, and how proper preparation can help reduce potential delays during commissioning.

Our experts will guide you through the entire process and answer key questions, including:

• Why machinery may be rejected by an inspector or Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
• What a field evaluation is and when it may be required
• The difference between product certification and field evaluation
• The roles of OSHA, AHJs, and Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs)
• What information and documentation are needed for a quote and evaluation
• What to expect during the technical review and testing
• What happens when non-compliance issues are identified
• How field labeling and the final report complete the evaluation process

Who Should Attend?

This live webinar is designed for professionals involved in bringing machinery and electrical equipment to the North American market, including:

Machinery and equipment manufacturers | Exporters | System integrators | Equipment owners and operators | Project managers | Engineering and compliance professionals

No prior experience with field evaluations is required. Our experts will explain the process clearly and provide practical insights based on real-world scenarios.

The webinar is particularly relevant for companies working with imported machinery, custom-built equipment, new installations, or modified machinery and systems.