Regulatory Updates

CEC Introduces Energy Efficiency Regulations for Battery Chargers

On January 12, 2012 the California Energy Commission (CEC) voted 3-0 to implement energy efficiency regulations for battery chargers.

IEEE Product Compliance Engineering Symposium

Bansi Patel, our Regulatory/Compliance Engineering Manager, is hosting this electrical and product safety event at the Hilton San Diego Mission Valley Hotel.

Elpac Brand Product Line In Final Stages of Transition to IEC-60601 Third Edition

October 3, 2011 – To date, no changes have been required to any of our standard products to meet the 60601-1 3rd edition requirements. The only change that has come to our attention is for those customers who certify at the system level to 60101-1-11 (Home Healthcare Standard) – the requirement is for a class II (two prong AC connector).

New DOT Rule for Passengers Traveling with Lithium Batteries

DOT’s rule on lithium batteries in air travel, which took effect on January 1, 2008, prohibits carriage of spare lithium batteries in checked baggage, such as large suitcases you hand over to the airline for handling. If you put a portable electronic device in checked baggage, you may still do so with the batteries installed in the device.

Information on Shipping Lithium-ion Batteries

Lithium batteries are classified as regulated hazmat. They are dangerous if not safely packed and handled when transported. The new Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) ruling on lithium batteries can stop your shipments.

US DOT Lithium Battery Rulemaking Overview

As you may know, the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on January 11th, 2010 aimed at creating more strict regulations governing the air transportation of lithium cells and batteries in the United States. The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is the organization within the DOT…