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IEC everywhere for a safer and more efficient world. The IEC is a global, not-for-profit membership organization that brings together more than 170 countries and coordinates the …
International Standards - IEC
The definition given in all IEC standards reads: "A normative document, developed according to consensus procedures, which has been approved by the IEC National Committee members of …
What IEC does
The IEC is a global, not-for-profit membership organization, whose work underpins quality infrastructure and international trade in electrical and electronic goods.
Who we are - IEC
Founded in 1906, the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) is the world’s leading organization for the preparation and publication of international standards for all electrical, …
About us - What does IEC do?
The IEC brings together close to ~170 countries, and about 30 000 experts cooperate on the global IEC platform to ensure that products work everywhere safely with each other.
Understanding standards - IEC
IEC International Standards are essential for quality and risk management; they help researchers understand the value of innovation and allow manufacturers to produce products of consistent …
Standards development - IEC
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Technical committees and subcommittees
The IEC offers these experts a neutral and independent platform where they can discuss and agree on state-of-the-art technical solutions with global relevance and reach. These are …
Where we make a difference - IEC
IEC Standards help build trust in emerging and current technologies which have a huge impact on our daily lives, allowing us to live more sustainably and comfortably.
History - IEC
Subsequently, the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) was founded in London and held its first meeting at Hotel Cecil on 26 and 27 June 1906 with Alexander Siemens as Chair.