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Energy Label

Energy consumption, efficiency, stand-by losses…

Politics challenges and promotes measures for energy efficiency. Through the measures for saving the manufacturer obtain economic advantages. Energy-efficient products are an important purchase criterion for the consumer.

The European Union has adopted directives with the target to reduce the energy consumption of products in order to make a significant contribution to climate protection. Observing these guidelines is mandatory for the manufacturer, the legally required consumer information is given in form of an energy label for a range of products. The data for energy efficiency will be documented on the energy label. The basis for testing are EC directives and standards.

The wfk – Testing Institute has a wide range of facilities for the measurement of energy efficiency. The measurement results give information about potential energy savings and prove the compliance with the legal requirements.