Intertek Edmonton expands global gas detection capabilities with testing to IEC 60079-29-1 and IEC 62990-1 standards

Intertek, a leading provider of Total Quality Assurance services to industries worldwide, has expanded its testing capabilities at its Edmonton laboratory by adding IEC 60079-29-1 and IEC 62990-1 standards.

The expansion enhances Intertek’s support for manufacturers of gas detection equipment serving global markets, including industrial, energy, mining, hydrogen, and hazardous locations. The Edmonton laboratory also operates as an ATEX Notified Body, offering Canadian manufacturers of equipment designed for explosive atmospheres access to testing and certification services to enter the European market.

The additional capabilities allow comprehensive performance testing of fixed, portable, and transportable gas detection equipment for flammable and toxic gas applications. IEC 60079-29-1 defines performance requirements and test methods for detectors that identify and measure flammable gases and vapours in explosive atmospheres. Meanwhile, IEC 62990-1 specifies performance requirements for detectors measuring toxic gases in workplace atmospheres and industrial environments. Both internationally recognized IEC standards serve as the foundation for North American requirements for gas detection equipment.

“With the addition of IEC 60079-29-1 and IEC 62990-1 testing, Intertek Edmonton continues to expand its hazardous location and gas detection technologies,” said Sunny Rai, President, Intertek President ETL, Connected World, Transportation Technologies and CEA. “By bringing IECEx testing expertise, ATEX certification capabilities, and North American certification support together under one roof, we provide manufacturers with local testing expertise and streamlined pathways to global market access, helping accelerate the development and deployment of safety-critical technologies.”

Gas detection systems are essential for safeguarding personnel, facilities, and operations across various industries, including oil and gas, petrochemicals, mining, utilities, hydrogen production, renewable energy, and manufacturing. As safety standards and regulatory requirements continue to develop, manufacturers are increasingly looking for testing partners that can provide internationally recognized results while helping shorten certification timelines.

Through these expanded capabilities, Intertek Edmonton now offers:

1. Testing and certification to IEC 60079-29-1 for flammable gas detectors intended for explosive atmospheres
2. Testing and certification to IEC 62990-1 for toxic gas detectors used in occupational health and industrial safety
3. applications
4. Support for fixed, portable, and transportable gas detection systems
5. Testing to IECEx, ATEX, Canadian CSA, and U.S. UL standards
6. Local project management and technical support from Intertek's Edmonton hazardous locations team
7. Access to Intertek's global network of certification experts and market access services