Initial Situation
A certain company in the energy and process engineering sector approached TPS Elektronik with a complex challenge. The customer planned a market entry strategy in China with a new line of pressure vessels and monitoring devices. However, their existing products lacked reliable documentation and compliance records, making certification and international approval difficult.
During preliminary checks, the units failed multiple assessments:
- Inadequate material testing procedures led to uncertainty about long-term reliability.
- No structured approach to sampling distribution had been applied in quality inspections.
- The customer had difficulty interpreting technical requirements, such as EMP – what does it mean in relation to electromagnetic pulses and protection measures.
- Outdated designs failed the initial pressure test, raising safety concerns.
- Internal teams were unclear about surveyor meaning in certification processes and the role of third-party inspectors.
- Corrosion issues, especially corrosion under insulation, created risks in long-term operation.
- Documentation such as the instruction manual was incomplete and not compliant with Chinese standards.
- Food-related applications lacked required HACCP certification, which blocked acceptance in certain sectors.
The previous supplier could not provide statistical analysis or reliable support. Their reports lacked the rigor of professional tools such as Statistica, leaving the customer unprepared for regulatory review.
The TPS Solution
TPS Elektronik implemented a comprehensive plan combining testing, documentation, and compliance:
Testing and Validation
- Performed complete material testing across metals and coatings to validate durability.
- Introduced systematic sampling distribution methods for quality control and statistical significance.
- Conducted multiple pressure tests to verify safety under extreme operating conditions.
Corrosion and EMP Measures
- Investigated and mitigated corrosion under insulation by introducing advanced protective coatings.
- Explained clearly to the client EMP – what does it mean, and designed protective strategies against electromagnetic pulse risks.
Certification and Standards Alignment
- Supported the client in obtaining HACCP certification for food-related applications.
- Provided clarity on surveyor meaning and worked with accredited inspectors to ensure compliance with Chinese regulations.
- Applied professional statistical tools such as Statistica to create detailed compliance reports.
Documentation and Guidance
- Prepared a complete, compliant instruction manual aligned with Chinese and international standards.
- Integrated requirements into the client’s broader market entry strategy in China, ensuring readiness for both industrial and consumer markets.
Results
The cooperation between TPS Elektronik and the customer achieved measurable outcomes:
- Full compliance: Products passed all material testing, pressure test, and corrosion assessments.
- Improved documentation: Updated instruction manual ensured conformity with regulatory demands.
- Certifications achieved: The customer successfully obtained HACCP certification for relevant product lines.
- Risk reduction: Long-term issues like corrosion under insulation were eliminated.
- Statistical reliability: Use of Statistica strengthened data credibility and inspection results.
- Market readiness: With a robust market entry strategy in China, the customer launched successfully in a highly competitive environment.
Conclusion
This project highlights TPS Elektronik’s ability to support customers with technical, regulatory, and market challenges. By combining material testing, sampling distribution, and professional analysis tools like Statistica, TPS Elektronik ensured safety and compliance.
From clarifying EMP – what does it mean, addressing corrosion under insulation, and conducting rigorous pressure tests, to preparing a compliant instruction manual and securing HACCP certification, TPS Elektronik delivered a complete solution.
Through this partnership, the customer achieved successful certification and market approval, demonstrating TPS Elektronik’s role as a trusted partner for international expansion and compliance excellence.
