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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3 minReliable innovations, safe installations and a sustainable future: Kiwa’s role in the energy transition
Working with companies across the value chain to support the energy transition is a strategic focus for Kiwa, and a key driver of growth globally. But as Luca Votta, Global Business Sector Leader Renewable Energy at Kiwa, says: "This is not about following market trends. We believe that our new world will be greener and more sustainable for our future and also for generations to come.
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3 minProtecting information through continuous improvement: ISO/IEC 27001
Information security is a major consideration for organisations around the world. Fortunately, the ISO/IEC 27000 family of standards is here to help to better secure corporate information assets. In 2022, ISO 27001 and its extension 27002 are subject to change. Marjolein Veenstra from Kiwa knows all about these standards and helps our customers on their journey towards continuous improvement of their information security.
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3 minDigital X-rays: the future of material inspection
Materials used in pipelines, machines and other industrial assets have traditionally been inspected visually or by means of X-ray imaging on film. Our colleagues at Kiwa Finland are among the world’s leading experts in using a new method: digital radiography, or digital X-ray imaging.
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3 minEat them pure: delicious tasty bananas with a holistic touch
Biodynamic farming stands for consistently organically grown food produced in harmony with nature, following a holistic, ecological and ethical approach to agriculture. We take you to Finca Laguna Salada, one of the first biodynamic Demeter-certified banana plantations in the Dominican Republic.
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3 minOn-track to a high-speed future with railway certification
As the world heads towards Net Zero, the promise of rail to lower energy use and emissions means more and more people will travel by train. Certification against the International Railway Industry Standard (IRIS) – a global system for the evaluation of rail sector companies ensures trains are running safely and efficiently.
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3 minKeeping our streets safely lit: Kiwa’s work with lighting columns
When you walk or drive down the street at night, your path is likely illuminated by streetlights. They are so ubiquitous it’s easy to take them for granted. In the UK, for example, there are about 6.5 million publicly owned lighting columns. By inspecting the quality of these columns, Kiwa helps to keep our roads safely lit.
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2 minExplore PVEL’s Testing at Historic PVUSA
PVUSA is one of the first solar plants built in North America, and currently serves as the home of grid-connected, research-grade outdoor testbed operated by PV Evolutions Labs (PVEL), a member of the Kiwa Group.
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2 minTesting environmentally friendly infill in artificial turf pitches
Every day, millions of people play on artificial turf pitches infilled with plastic or rubber granules. Despite the major advantages of these pitches, there are also drawbacks in terms of environmental impact. Kiwa has tested the use of environmentally friendly or organic filling. What challenges do these alternatives to rubber or plastic infill present?
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2 minFacing the MDR: Kiwa races to help customers transition
Huge numbers of medical devices manufacturers will have to comply to the Medical Devices Regulation (MDR) by May 2024 to be able to market their products in Europe. Kiwa helps clients throughout Europe, and beyond, with this challenge.
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2 minFinns and Dutch certify first water utility in Finland to ISO 55001
Kiwa Finland has awarded the ISO 55001 certificate to Alva Water Supply. Kiwa colleagues from Finland and the Netherlands worked closely together, helping Alva to become the first water utility in the Nordic region to be certified according to ISO 55001. An effective international cooperation, with a satisfied customer as a result.
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3 minDam safety experts improve their environmental management with ISO 14001
Hydroelectric plants produce 17 percent of the world’s energy. These systems rely on the environment – our waterways and surrounding areas – to function. ISO 14001 environmental management certification can support continuous improvement and show a commitment to the environment.
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