CE Declaration of Conformity – what does this symbol on Lena Lighting products really mean?

A little CE stamp on our luminaires.... Not a big deal, is it? Just two letters that most of us overlook when looking at labels or packaging. Yet behind this inconspicuous symbol lies a whole philosophy of safety and quality that we at Lena Lighting take deadly seriously.

The reality behind the CE marking

When I first delved into the subject of the CE Declaration of Conformity, I was surprised at how much work it takes to get the right to put those two letters on a product. It's not just a stamp or a formality - it's a promise to customers. A promise that every lamp that comes out of our factory meets the stringent European safety standards.

The CE mark is not a certificate issued by some external EU institution. It is us, as manufacturers, who declare that our products comply with the relevant standards and take full responsibility for their quality and safety.

This responsibility motivates us to continually raise the bar. When we decide to put a product on the market, we can be sure that it is something we are really proud of. The CE symbol, or Conformité Européenne, means that the product has been designed and manufactured in accordance with all European directives, which gives us the right to sell it on the EU market.

Our luminaires under test fire

Our road to CE marking can be bumpy.... and expensive. But there are no shortcuts! Every lamp we create has to go through intensive testing for compliance with:

✔ The Low Voltage Directive, or the famous LVD - because, after all, we work with electricity, and electricity, as you know, doesn't like jokes. Your safety is our priority, there is no doubt about it.

✔ EMC Directive on electromagnetic compatibility - because no lamp is an island.... It has to harmoniously interact with other equipment. I remember a situation when one of the prototypes caused interference with radios. We went back to the drawing board and redesigned all the electronics - it was an expensive lesson.

✔ RoHS Directive - because the environment is not just a fashionable slogan, but a real responsibility. Reducing harmful substances in our products is an investment in the future that is simply not negotiable.

All these tests and procedures are the backbone of our credibility.

Steps in the CE certification process

Obtaining CE marking is a complex technical and administrative process that involves the following steps:

🔹 Identification of relevant standards and directives - determining precisely which regulations apply to a specific luminaire model.

🔹 Implementation of laboratory tests - carrying out comprehensive tests of electrical, mechanical and photometric parameters, often repeatedly, until full compliance is achieved.

🔹 Development of technical documentation - preparing detailed documentation including product specifications, test results and risk analyses.

🔹 Validation of the Declaration of Conformity - formal signing of the document by an authorised representative of the company, confirming that all requirements have been met.

🔹 Affixing the CE marking - affixing the symbol to the product, packaging and technical documentation.

Each of these steps is crucial to ensure that the product actually complies with the applicable standards, rather than just formally meeting legal requirements.

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Benefits of choosing CE marked products

Choosing Lena Lighting luminaires with the CE mark brings specific, measurable benefits:

✅ Safety of use - products undergo rigorous safety testing, which minimises the risk of failure, overheating or other hazardous situations.
✅ Compliance with regulations - particularly important for installations in public, commercial or industrial facilities, where regulations are particularly strict.
✅ Guarantee of technical quality - the certification processes verify not only the safety but also the durability and reliability of the luminaires.
✅ Energy efficiency - compliance with European standards also means optimisation of energy consumption, which translates into measurable operational savings.

How to verify the authenticity of the CE marking

In view of the increasing number of products with non-authentic CE marking, it is useful to know the criteria for verifying a genuine declaration of conformity:

Complete manufacturer's data - full name, address and contact details without concealing the actual origin of the product.
Precise product identification - detailed information on model, type and serial number.
Exhaustive list of directives and standards - specific references to all applicable regulations.
Documented test results - references to specific tests with parameters and values.
Authorised signature - affixed by a person authorised to represent the company, with legible date and company stamp.

Lena Lighting attaches particular importance to transparency with regard to CE documentation, making it available to individual customers as well as business partners and inspection bodies.

Additional quality certificates

CE marking is the starting point for Lena Lighting to further improve product quality. Our luminaires have additional certificates that confirm their dedicated parameters:

ENEC label - a prestigious European safety certificate for electrical products, awarded by independent certification bodies after additional tests and production audits.
TÜV certificate - a respected international safety standard, particularly recognised in the demanding German market.
Speciality certificates - tailored to the specific requirements of individual markets or applications, e.g. certificates for the food industry, medical industry or explosive atmospheres.

Obtaining these additional certificates demonstrates the company's consistent commitment to exceeding minimum legal requirements and delivering products with above-average performance.

Quality without compromise

The CE declaration of conformity is the cornerstone of Lena Lighting's quality assurance system. Every luminaire that leaves the production line is a reflection of our full commitment to creating safe, efficient and environmentally friendly solutions.

By using and choosing our Lena Lighting products, customers get modern and attractive luminaires, as well as solutions designed for a long, trouble-free life. This is an investment in safety, comfort and energy efficiency - values that are at the heart of the brand's philosophy.

FAQ:

Do all lighting products have to be CE marked?

Yes, all electrical products placed on the market in the European Union must carry the CE mark, certifying their compliance with the relevant directives.

Who is responsible for issuing the CE declaration of conformity?

Responsibility for issuing the declaration of conformity rests with the manufacturer or its authorised representative on the European market.

What is the significance of the CE marking in terms of product quality?

The CE marking confirms compliance with basic safety and environmental requirements, but is not a comprehensive quality certificate. It is a necessary basis that can be supplemented by additional quality certificates.

How can a non-authentic CE marking be identified?

Attention should be paid to the graphic correctness of the mark, the availability of complete technical documentation and the reliability of the manufacturer. A suspiciously low product price should also arouse vigilance.

Are Lena Lighting products subject to regular CE verification?

Yes, all Lena Lighting products are subject to systematic quality control to ensure their continued compliance with current European standards and directives.

CE Declaration of Conformity – what does this symbol on Lena Lighting products really mean?

The reality behind the CE marking

Our luminaires under test fire

Steps in the CE certification process

Benefits of choosing CE marked products

How to verify the authenticity of the CE marking

Additional quality certificates

Quality without compromise

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