Kiwa Stories

Exploring the Value of Testing, Inspection, and Certification: Kiwa Stories is a blog dedicated to providing insights into how how Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) bring value, trust and progress to organizations and people all over the world.

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    Discover the world of FSSC 22000 Certification and what this means for your business.

    Want to learn how global food safety standards can benefit your brand, improve efficiency and enhance trust? Then you are in the right place! Get in touch with Kiwa today to learn how we can support your business.

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    Trilab Australia: Celebrating 30 Years of Soil and Rock Testing Excellence

    Trilab Australia celebrates 30 years of excellence in soil and rock testing. With continuous NATA accreditation since 1995, Trilab provides trusted geomechanical testing services to the mining, exploration, engineering, and infrastructure industries across the Asia Pacific and beyond.

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    Ensuring Food Safety Through Sustainability: Certifications that Make a Difference

    At the moment, there is great demand for LEAF Marque, SPRING (GLOBALG.A.P. Module), ZERYA Waste-free Production and Wine Sustainability certifications. Each of these certifications requires the implementation of sustainable agricultural practices as a way of guaranteeing safe, high-quality food

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    The road to a new detergent for the Accelerated Notched Pipe Test (ANPT)

    The Accelerated Notched Pipe Test (ANPT) ensures the durability of polyethylene (PE) pipes, but European regulations limiting Arkopal N100 pose a challenge. Kiwa Technology is leading efforts to validate Dehyton PL as a viable alternative through standardization and upcoming tests. Learn more about Kiwa’s role in this important transition

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    IFA v6-Smart vs. IFA v6-GFS: What Producers Need to Know

    At Kiwa, we have extensive experience providing GLOBALG.A.P. IFA – Integrated Farm Assurance certification. Amongst others, we offer certification for IFA v6-Smart and IFA v6-GFS standards. Let’s take a closer look at the two versions: IFA v6-Smart and IFA v6-GFS.  

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    Should I expect non-conformances at my stage one audit?

    An essential step in seeking ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or ISO 27001 certification is to undertake your Stage One audit. This can be daunting if your business has minimal experience with ISO certification.

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    Animal Welfair®: Differentiate your brand in the Global Market

    In an increasingly competitive and conscious market, differentiation is not only a luxury, it is a necessity. Animal Welfair® certification is the perfect tool for agri-food companies seeking to stand out, improve their practices and gain the trust of demanding consumers. Lekkerland, a renowned Costa Rican premium cheese brand, became a pioneer in Latin America by obtaining the Animal Welfair® certification.

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    Towards a Sustainable Future with Kiwa’s Upcoming Hydrogen Certification

    As the EU shifts towards greater sustainable practices, hydrogen becomes a strong contender for replacing fossil fuels and addressing carbon emissions and climate challenges. Ramses Sterckx, Lead Contract Engineer in Sustainability and Environment at Vinçotte, shares insights into the hydrogen certification initiative undertaken by Kiwa and Vinçotte

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    Expert Guidance on EU Batteries Regulation from Kiwa and Vinçotte

    In a strong move towards fostering sustainability and environmental responsibility, the European Union has enacted the EU Batteries Regulation 2023/1542. This regulation replaces the EU’s previous regulation on batteries sold in the market and partly focuses on their environmental impact. Moreover, it comprises mandatory carbon footprint verification requirements and other stringent regulations, signifying a new era for businesses in battery production, import, and sales within the EU.

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    Celebrating the Importance of International Standards

    Join us in celebrating World Standards Day on October 14! Explore how international standards shape a safer, more sustainable world and see how Kiwa is contributing to global progress through our commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Discover more about our role in building a better future.

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