Export to Canada
AC&E North America services
AC&E for the Canadian Market
AC&E offers a complete one stop solution, from preliminary inspections to laboratory testing and on-site field evaluations.
Our accredited laboratories (ISO/IEC 17025) offering certified testing services to support product compliance across international markets.
Inspection Body
AC&E North America is an SCC-Accredited Inspection Body recognised in all provinces of Canada, for approval, in accordance with SPE-1000 Model Code For The Field Evaluation Of Electrical Equipment.
One-stop solution
AC&E supports manufacturers at every stage of the compliance process, providing a single point of contact from the identification of Canadian requirements to on-site evaluation and final approval.
Identification of local requirements
Every project starts with a detailed analysis of the destination market and the applicable local requirements. We identify the relevant codes, standards and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) expectations, defining the most efficient compliance strategy before manufacturing or shipment begins.
Technical pre-inspection support
Our engineers review the technical documentation, electrical design and machine configuration to identify potential non-conformities before the field evaluation. This proactive approach helps minimise corrective actions, reducing project time, costs and installation delays.
On-site support
AC&E specialists provide direct support during installation, testing and field evaluation activities. Working alongside your team, we perform the required inspections and technical assessments, ensuring that any issues are resolved quickly and efficiently.
Direct Contact with AHJ and local authorities
We act as the technical interface between manufacturers and local authorities. By managing communications directly with AHJs and regulatory bodies, we streamline the approval process, reduce administrative complexity and help avoid unnecessary delays.
Labelling & final report
Once compliance has been successfully verified, AC&E issues the required technical documentation, inspection reports and Field Evaluation label where applicable. This final step provides documented evidence of compliance, enabling faster installation, acceptance and commissioning in the destination market.
Our core services for faster market access
Our integrated technical services support manufacturers throughout the compliance process, helping reduce project complexity, minimise delays and achieve faster market access across Canada.
Approval and certification of automation, distribution, and power electrical panels
Field Evaluation and certification of industrial electrical panels to meet North American codes and facilitate safe installation and market acceptance.
Machinery safety according to Canadian standards
Comprehensive machinery safety assessments to verify compliance with local requirements, reducing risks and supporting regulatory approval.
Electrical equipment for machinery
Inspection and evaluation of complete electrical equipment to ensure compliance with applicable North American electrical safety standards.
Testing and compliance verification for Machinery and Industrial Systems in North America
On-site testing and technical verification to demonstrate compliance with Canadian requirements before commissioning and operation.
Installation in Hazardous Location according to North American Standards
Ensuring the compliance of equipment and installations for Hazardous Locations with applicable North American standards and requirements.
Electrical Equipment Installation Services in Ontario
Supporting the installation and approval of electrical equipment in Ontario, ensuring compliance with applicable provincial electrical safety requirements.
TSSA Compliance Support in Ontario
Support throughout the TSSA (Technical Standards and Safety Authority) compliance and approval process for machinery and industrial equipment installed in Ontario.
PHSR – Pre-Start Health and Safety Review
Supporting the PHSR process to verify that machinery, equipment and industrial processes meet applicable Ontario health and safety requirements.
Our certification labels
Benefits of working with an Accredited Field Evaluation Body
Direct Labeling Authority
As an accredited Inspection body, AC&E can issue certification labels directly, eliminating delays caused by intermediaries or third-party bodies.
Faster Market Access
Our evaluations and labeling services are recognized across the U.S. and Canada, allowing your products to be cleared for use and installation without unnecessary rework.
Technical Compliance, On-Site
We perform field inspections and testing according to the standards, providing immediate feedback and solutions to meet local electrical code requirements.
Approval of special unlisted components
By certifying the entire electrical equipment AC&E accepts all those special components that are not certified by testing them, issuing the relevant test-report and including them in the assembly certification.
Type of tests
Testing carried out at the customer’s premises or at AC&E Laboratory:
- Dielectric test
- Temperature test
- Flame test
- Leakage test
- Equipotential protection circuit continuity test
Type of components
Examples of testable components:
- Custom circuit boards
- Electro spindles
- Resistors
- Rotating manifolds
- Special motors
- Transformers
- Special power units
Products and Standards we cover
AC&E supports a wide range of machinery and industrial equipment, applying the relevant Canadian standards and requirements to ensure compliance and streamline access to the Canadian market.
Specialized Expertise for Complex Challenges
AC&E extends its North American expertise to critical areas such as Hazardous Locations and Industrial Cyber Security, supporting manufacturers in addressing complex safety, regulatory, and technology requirements.
Hazardous Location USA & Canada
AC&E supports manufacturers in assessing and certifying electrical and mechanical equipment intended for hazardous locations, where explosive gases or dusts may be present.
Our experts perform risk assessments, conformity evaluations, and testing according to international Ex standards to ensure products meet the required safety levels before entering global markets.
Cyber Security
Our solutions to ensure compliance, data protection, and defense against cyber threats.
Cyber Risk Reduction
For 25 years, AC&E has been the strategic partner for companies exporting machinery and industrial equipment to North America, offering a comprehensive package tailored to the U.S. market—including cybersecurity.
In addition to being a recognized Field Evaluation Body in the United States, we are also an ISA SECURE Technical Partner and can support you in achieving compliance with NEC 2023 and NFPA 79, section 4.10.
Why choose us
Certified laboratories
Accelerated time to market
Worldwide Certifications
Inspectors located globally
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