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Metals and Electrical Industries: Shaping the Future with Quality, Safety, and Innovation

The metal and electrical industry is undergoing a transformation. Digitization, automation, energy efficiency, and international requirements are changing markets and production processes. TÜV NORD supports companies with testing, certification, audits, and technical services throughout the entire value chain.

Our services for the metal and electrical industry
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Your Partner for the Metal and Electrical Industries

The metal and electrical industry is one of Germany’s most innovative sectors. Companies face the challenge of safely introducing new technologies and complying with international standards, whilst at the same time improving quality, efficiency and sustainability. TÜV NORD supports manufacturers, suppliers and industrial companies with independent testing, certification and technical assessments.

Challenges facing the metal and electrical industries

How can the transition to a smart factory be achieved? Companies are increasingly investing in automation, robotics and connected production systems. The secure integration of new technologies is becoming a key factor for success.

How can energy and operating costs be reduced? Rising energy costs are increasing the pressure on manufacturing companies to improve their energy efficiency in the long term.

How can international requirements be met? New regulations, standards and market access requirements demand transparent and robust evidence.

How can companies secure their supply chains? Global value chains demand continuous assessment of risks, quality and compliance.

Machinery and Equipment Safety

Safe production facilities minimise risks and increase availability.

Machinery Directive

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Materials Testing and Manufacturing Technology

Quality begins with the material and continues throughout the entire production process.

Materials technology – tests for material quality and manufacturer approvals

Safety in welding technology

Pipeline condition – assessed on the basis of data

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Digitization and Industry 4.0

Digital production environments require secure and reliable systems.

Protection against cyber attacks in Industry 4.0 (IEC 62443)

Effective information security management ISO 27001

An overview of all Industry 4.0 services

Quality Management and Certification

The highest quality standards are crucial for competitiveness and meeting international market requirements.

UKCA product marking – placing products on the market in the UK

ISO 9001 – Quality management

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Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

Competitiveness and climate action go hand in hand.

ISO 50001 – Improving energy efficiency 

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Why TÜV NORD?

Designing technology safely. Shaping a successful future.

  • Many years of experience in industry
  • International expertise
  • Independent testing and certification
  • Comprehensive knowledge across the industrial value chain
  • Support with digitalisation and transformation
  • Solutions for quality, safety and sustainability

Frequently asked questions from the metal and electrical industries

Depending on the field of activity, standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 27001 and ISO 50001, as well as other sector-specific requirements, may be relevant.

The digitization of production processes leads to greater efficiency, transparency and competitiveness.

Through testing, conformity assessments and certification for machinery, plant and production processes.

Companies can systematically analyse their energy consumption, identify potential savings and improve their energy efficiency. 

All services for the metal and electrical industry

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Baseline Reports and Soil Analyses
In order to ensure the prevention of significant pollution of soil and groundwater, a baseline report, continuous monitoring and the obligation to return to the baseline might be necessary.
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Carbon Management
Carbon management encompasses strategies to reduce and control carbon emissions in order to combat climate change. It involves the measurement, analysis, and optimization of CO₂ emissions within a company. The goal is to minimize environmental impact through sustainable practices and technologies while contributing collectively to achieving the climate targets set by the EU and Germany.
Certification of data centers according to TSI, EN 50600, or ISO/IEC 22237
The certification of data centers according to TSI, EN 50600, or ISO/IEC 22237 by TÜV NORD guarantees availability, security, and resilience. Since 2002, over 1,000 projects have been successfully completed, making certified data centers a reliable benchmark in Germany and internationally and creating trust among third-party users.
Certification of security requirements in accordance with IEC 62443-2-1 and -2-4
The IEC 62443 standard provides an internationally recognized standard for network security in the process and automation industry, which is increasingly used in Industry 4.0. It helps prevent cyberattacks and serves as proof of due diligence in accordance with the Industrial Safety Regulation and Product Safety Act.
Commissioning of data centers
TÜV NORD's commissioning of data centers includes integration tests that ensure the proper functioning of critical infrastructure such as power supply, climate control, and security systems. As a neutral third party, TÜV NORD provides quality assurance to ensure trouble-free operation and verify system interactions.
Company Representatives
Company officers are essential for compliance with legal requirements in companies. They monitor environmental protection, occupational safety and data protection, advise management and train employees. Their expertise helps to minimise risks and promote sustainable practices in order to make operations legally compliant and efficient.
Conformity assessment of data centers
TÜV NORD's conformity assessment of data centers ensures physical security and availability through standards such as TSI, EN 50600, and ISO/IEC 22237. These provide comprehensive requirements definitions for power supply, climate control, building construction, and security systems, enabling companies to demand quality guarantees from colocation providers.
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Design Assesment of data centers
TÜV NORD's planning assessment of data centers ensures compliance with standards such as TSI.STANDARD, EN 50600, and ISO/IEC 22237. Early review of the draft design allows for corrections to be made in the event of deviations, ensuring high availability classes and optimal structural and technical measures.
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Emission measurements
In accordance with the Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG), operators of plants requiring authorization are obligated to have the type and scope of emissions from their facilities regularly assessed by an accredited measuring body, as notified under Section 29b BImSchG. Our experts conduct these emission measurements for a wide range of individual substances.
EN 50600 (DC)
The European standard EN 50600 provides comprehensive guidelines for the planning, construction, and operation of data centers, focusing on power supply, air conditioning, and security infrastructure. TÜV NORD experts support you in designing your data center to be future-proof and state-of-the-art.
Events technology
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Fire and explosion protection for industry, energy and critical infrastructure
Fires and explosions are among the most significant risks for technical installations and complex production environments. TÜV NORD helps operators to identify hazards at an early stage and to design protective measures that are reliable, standards‑compliant and cost‑effective. The goal is a safe, stable and permit‑ready operation of industrial plants, energy facilities & critical infrastructure.
Functional testing and calibration of monitoring equipment
Regular functional testing and calibration are essential for the operation of automatic measuring systems (AMS) for emission monitoring. This ensures that the measuring equipment works precisely and that the measurement signals are correctly analysed and stored. This promotes both environmental protection and operational safety.
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Gates, doors, and shutters
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Immission Control Officer
As company representatives for immission control, we offer you competent support in complying with legal requirements
Industrial noise
As an accredited measuring body, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers reliable noise measurements and noise forecasts on industrial plants. Trust our long-standing experience to reliably meet legal noise protection requirements.
ISO 22301 - Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)
The ISO 22301 standard for business continuity management systems (BCMS) helps companies ensure business continuity in the event of critical incidents such as natural disasters or IT failures. TÜV NORD CERT offers certification to ensure proactive measures and testing procedures for crisis management.
ISO 27001 Certification
ISO 27001 certification (correctly: ISO/IEC 27001 standard) defines criteria for an effective information security management system (ISMS) that ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. TÜV NORD offers customized certification audits to ensure trust, maximum information security, and continuous improvement.
ISO/IEC 22237
The international standard ISO/IEC 22237 provides comprehensive guidance on the planning, construction, and operation of data centers to ensure their physical security and availability. TÜV NORD experts support you in planning, operating, or expanding your data center in a future-proof manner in line with the latest state of the art.
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Location assessment of data centers
The location assessment for data centers is crucial for security. Early identification and mitigation of risks such as water, explosions, and hazardous substances are essential. The location influences the level of security, whereby potential hazards and traffic routes must be taken into account to ensure optimal conditions.
LOOP: Digital Twin for Pipelines
With LOOP, TÜV NORD’s innovative digital twin approach, you obtain an accurate, data-driven representation of your pipeline. This enables early detection of damage (e.g., corrosion), objective risk assessment, and supports well-founded decisions regarding maintenance and remaining service life.
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Machine acoustics
We help you to develop low-noise machines that meet the highest standards in occupational safety. With our expertise and first-class technical equipment, we are the ideal partner in the field of machine acoustics.
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Machinery Directive
Machinery Regulation
The Machinery Regulation replaces the existing Machinery Directive.
Materials Technology
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Outdoor Noise Directive
TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers acoustic testing for products covered by the Outdoor Noise Directive 2000/14/EC. Rely on our expertise in testing, certification, and production monitoring of your products.
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Permit Management
The construction and operation or modification of a plant according to the Federal Immission Control Act requires a comprehensive permit management. Operators must go through complex application procedures and submit extensive application documents. Current legal framework conditions and the permit status must always be taken into account.
Personnel Certification NDT
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Quality Gates & Construction guidance for Data Centers
TÜV NORD offers effective construction supervision to ensure the conformity and certifiability of high-availability data centers. Up to five on-site appointments during the construction phase allow deviations to be identified and corrected at an early stage, based on standards such as TSI.STANDARD, EN 50600, and ISO/IEC 22237, in order to avoid high costs for subsequent changes.
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Radiation Protection in Industry – Materials Testing, Quality Assurance and NDT
Industrial applications such as X-ray inspection, non-destructive testing (NDT) or quality assurance require strict compliance with the Radiation Protection Ordinance (StrlSchV). TÜV NORD carries out expert inspections of X-ray systems, radiation-emitting devices and radioactive sources – legally compliant, practice-oriented and tailored to the industry.
RFNBO certification support
TÜV NORD, as a knowledge-based service provider, supports the analysis and preparation of auditable evidence to demonstrate compliance with certification criteria – ranging from electricity sourcing and operational data to GHG accounting and traceability along the supply chain.
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Safety Adviser for Dangerous Goods
As safety advisers for dangerous goods, we offer competent support in complying with legal requirements
Safety and risk assessments for technical installations and infrastructure
Technical installations and infrastructures are becoming more complex and increasingly interconnected. At the same time, requirements for safe, demonstrable and compliant operation are rising. TÜV NORD supports operators in identifying hazards at an early stage, assessing risks in a structured manner and deriving robust measures for safe, economical and efficient plant operation.
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Safety management for technical plants and critical infrastructures
Technical plants and critical infrastructures must be operated safely, reliably available and demonstrably in compliance with regulations. TÜV NORD supports operators, manufacturers and authorities in systematically identifying and assessing risks and building a robust level of safety throughout the entire lifecycle of the plant.
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TSE.STANDARD: Energy efficiency & sustainability in data centers
The TSE.STANDARD from TÜV NORD supports data centers in implementing energy efficiency and sustainability in accordance with the Climate Neutral Data Center Pact and the Energy Efficiency Act. It offers a modular system for compliance with EU directives and ISO 50001:2018 to demonstrate CO2 neutrality and sustainable operation.
TSI.INTENSIVE Trainings
The TSI.INTENSIVE training courses offered by TÜV NORD provide an in-depth examination of topics such as refrigeration, energy supply, fire alarm and extinguishing technology, safety systems, and EN 50600 & ISO 22237. These one-day modules complement the TSI.PROFESSIONAL training and can also be booked separately to develop practical supply concepts.
TSI.PROFESSIONAL Training
The TSI.PROFESSIONAL training course from TÜV NORD offers comprehensive insights into the planning, construction, and operation of data centers, based on the TSI methodology and the TSI.STANDARD. It covers physical security, availability, and energy efficiency, based on BSI IT-Grundschutz and standards such as DIN EN 50600.
TSI.PROFESSIONAL Update Training
The TSI.PROFESSIONAL update training course from TÜV NORD extends your TSI.PROFESSIONAL status by 24 months. It includes individually planned content, including changes to TSI.STANDARD and TSI.EN50600, current standards, new processes, group exercises, and experience sharing.
TSI.STANDARD: Availability & Physical Protection of Data Centers
TSI.STANDARD is a methodology developed by TÜV NORD for evaluating and certifying the physical security and availability of data centers. It offers a holistic approach that takes into account the physical infrastructure, organizational processes, and documentation to ensure high availability and security of the infrastructure.
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UKCA marking
TUEV NORD is your expert for UKCA product labelling for Great Britain
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Waste Management Officer
As waste management officers, we offer you expert support in complying with legal requirements. We optimise your waste management, develop sustainable concepts and ensure environmentally friendly disposal. Our expertise helps to increase efficiency and fulfill your operator obligations.
Water Protection Officer
As company representatives for water protection, we provide expert support to help you comply with legal requirements.
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Workplace measurement
As an accredited measuring body, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz specializes in hazardous substance measurements at workplaces. We offer expert guidance to enhance your working environment. Leverage our expertise to ensure optimal workplace safety.
Workplace noise
As an accredited measuring body, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers noise measurements and noise assessments. We offer competent support to optimize your working environment. Trust our expertise to optimize the occupational safety and productivity of your employees.
Workshops for Data Centers
The workshop provides an overview of security standards for data centers based on TSI.STANDARD, EN 50600, and ISO/IEC 22237. Participants receive an assessment of certifiability, clarify project-specific questions, and learn details about test procedures and requirements.