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Continue testing with the right measures to stay safe and healthy

Guusje Fonville is test engineer at Kiwa. As business for a lot of companies continues during these times, our test work also does. Guusje tells how she performs her work taking the necessary health and safety measures into account.

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Kiwa Germany increases capacity for testing medical devices and components

In order to contribute to the fight against the corona pandemic, Kiwa Primara GmbH (part of Kiwa Germany) has expanded its capacities regarding testing of medical devices and components.

8 cool things you didn’t know about beavers! International Beaver Day

Today, April 7, it's International Beaver Day! In our corporate identity, the beaver, plays an important role. That is why we also like to pay attention to this steady, friendly and hard-working creature on this special day. 

Quality management certification via remote auditing

The Emergency Medical Communication Center (AMK) Nord-Trøndelag in Namsos, Norway, is now ISO 9001 certified. The audit was conducted without the physical presence of the auditor. Both AMK Nord-Trøndelag and Kiwa Norway are positive about this way of remote auditing.

Team up through remote auditing by Kiwa

Remote auditing is a great method to carry out audits, especially in times of physical distancing. What exactly is remote auditing, when can it be used and how does Kiwa do it?

All hands on World Water Day 2020

World Water Day, held on 22 March every year, is about the importance of clean water and proper sanitation for everyone. It raises awareness of the 2.2 billion people living without access to safe water.

Kiwa’s policy in relation to the Corona virus

The Corona virus spreads throughout the world and presently occurs in all countries that Kiwa is present in. To help contain the spread of the virus, this policy guides our employees and subcontractors in how to cope with (the effects of) the virus and the impact it may have on the services we offer our customers.

Kiwa and Alliander are building a demo hydrogen house

Dutch network company Alliander and Kiwa are currently building a demo hydrogen house. A training location designed as a residence, where professionals can learn how to make the current natural gas supply suitable for hydrogen in residential areas.

Europe Soya certification by Kiwa: global strength delivered locally

Kiwa is pleased to announce that Finnish tofu and tempeh producer Oy Soya Ab, Jalofoods is now fully certified to the Europe Soya Standard. It is the first company that is Europe Soya certified by Kiwa, and one of the first food production businesses to gain this certification.

Kiwa welcomes BCC Inc. of China to family of companies

Kiwa has reached an agreement with BCC Inc., specialized in management system certification in China, which makes BCC Inc. now a part of the international Kiwa Group.

Hydrogen fueling stations and ISO/TS 19880

Hydrogen is an energy carrier with great potential for the transport sector. Kiwa published a white paper on why compliance with ISO / TS 19880-1 is crucial to guarantee the safety of hydrogen filling stations.

Dutch inspection institute for safe warehouses KVVM now member of Kiwa

KVVM, an independent inspection company that specializes in the safety of storage racks, metal stairs, ladders and platforms, is now part of the Kiwa Group.

Kiwa first accredited certification body for UBA guidelines in Germany

Kiwa is the first accredited certification body in Germany to confirm the suitability of products for drinking water hygiene, according to the new UBA guidelines for products in contact with drinking water.

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