Verification of Conformity (VoC) for Machinery as independent proof of compliance
Independent Proof of Machinery Compliance
Bringing industrial machinery to market requires more than testing: it requires documented evidence that the machinery complies with applicable standard(s), including edition and date.
Intertek's Verification of Conformity (VoC) provides independent proof that a machine has been assessed and found to comply with the requirements of a specified standard. The VoC can be shared with customers, end users, machine integrators, and other stakeholders as objective evidence of compliance.
Whether you are demonstrating compliance with ISO, IEC, EN, or other machinery safety standards, a Verification of Conformity gives your stakeholders confidence that your machinery has been independently evaluated.
Test Report vs. Verification of Conformity
A test report documents the results of testing agianst applicable technical standard. A Verification of Conformity, instead, provides an independent statement that the machinery is officially compliant. It's a summary document that rely on test reports and technical documentation, but doesn't disclose any technical result, thus keeping confidentiality about test results.
Why choose a Verification of Conformity?
Demonstrate compliance. Get an independent evidence that your machinery complies with the requirements of a specific standard maintaining confidentiality on the test results.
Simplify customer acceptance. A VoC gives your customers a clear and concise conformity statement, removing the burden of interpreting lengthy test reports and technical documentation.
Strengthen your technical file. A Verification of Conformity complements your technical documentation and demonstrates that compliance has been independently assessed.
Reduce project risk. Identifying and resolving compliance issues before delivery minimizes redesigns, commissioning delays, and costly project changes.
Build confidence. An independent assessment from Intertek demonstrates your commitment to machinery safety and product quality.
The STEP4M Approach
Every Verification of Conformity is supported by Intertek's Structured Testing and Evaluation Process for Machinery (STEP4M), a systematic methodology developed to guide machinery manufacturers through the compliance journey.
STEP4M provides a structured framework that helps you:
- Identify the applicable requirements and standards for your machinery
- Review machinery design and documentation
- Plan and perform the required testing and technical evaluations
- Verify conformity and document compliance
The structured approach delivers clear outputs at every stage and can be applied throughout the machinery development lifecycle: from concept through final conformity assessment. It is designed to reduce uncertainty, improve efficiency, and help you achieve compliance with confidence.
What You Receive
- An independent Verification of Conformity issued by Intertek
- Clear identification of the verified machinery
- Reference to the applicable standard(s), including edition and date
- Confirmation that conformity has been independently assessed
- A document you can share with customers and stakeholders as evidence of compliance
Ready to move from data to confidence? Contact our machinery experts to scope your Verification of Conformity.