This document is confidential to the Quality and Conformity Council
Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council
GCC Solar Photovoltaic Testing Centres Network
15 MAY 2017
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High risk counterfeit products are
difficult to identify without
sophisticated local testing
capabilities
Low quality imports fail to meet
safety standards and pose risk to
consumers
Enable Abu Dhabi’s locally
produced goods to meet technical
requirements for foreign export
Develop the substance of reputation
to support goods “Made in the UAE”
and “Made in Abu Dhabi”
Abu Dhabi Emirate requires a solid Quality Infrastructure (QI) to achieve its economic objectives and integrate with global markets
The Abu Dhabi Quality Agenda
Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030
is shaping a diversified and
globally integrated economy . . .
“Abu Dhabi as a
sustainable, diversified,
high-value-added economy
that encourages
enterprises and
entrepreneurship and is
well integrated in the
global economy leading to
better opportunities for all”
. . . Which requires a dedicated effort to prepare the
Emirate for the challenges presented by varying
degrees of Quality around the world. . .
. . . and which has driven the Abu
Dhabi Quality agenda across
three areas
Integrate with the Global Trade System
Eliminate Low Quality Imports
Ensure Capabilities to Test Products
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The QCC operates across six key areas of activity related to provision of Quality Infrastructure
Quality Conformity Council’s Core Activities and Outcomes
Standards
development and
harmonization,
working in
partnership with
ESMA to integrate
federally and
internationally
Product conformity
and certification
programs for
industry and
regulators
Personnel and
systems certification
for industry and
regulators
Dangerous product
control in the
Emirate in
coordination with
federal entities
Consumer product
recalls in Abu Dhabi
Counterfeit control
e.g. electrical
products
Trading balance
verification and
inspection in high
value markets
Pre-packaged goods
inspection
Product safety
inspections
Regulation
enforcement
Testing infrastructure
enabling regulation
of:
−Food & Water
−Pharmaceuticals
−Construction
−Medical Devices
−Electrical
−Safety Systems
Measurement
infrastructure
development to
support industry in
line with Economic
Vision 2030 and
current needs
StandardsConformity Schemes
and CertificationConsumer Safety
Legal Metrology /
Market SurveillanceTesting Infrastructure
Metrology
Infrastructure
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The Conformity Scheme Services Sector performs two main services: Scheme Development and Certification Issuance
The two services are complementary and involve support from all QCC departments
Conformity Scheme Development Certification Issuance
• Define Scheme Concept
• Convene Technical evaluation committees
• Conduct Technical assessment of product specifications
• Create Scheme Hypothesis
• Assess Environmental, Social and Economic Impact of
scheme adoption
• Develop Implementation Program
• Launch Scheme and follow up marketing
• Promote conformity scheme adoption
• Assist scheme applicants
• Application review
• Application technical evaluation
• Certification decision by Committee
• Certified product, personnel, system surveillance
• Support on Trustmark promotion
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QCC develops Products Certification Schemes that distinguishes products of good quality, safety and environmental performance
Covers PE pipes
used in water
and gas
distribution
Focused on
Adhesives and
Sealants used in
construction
projects
Polyethylene
Plastic Pipes
Adhesives
and Sealants
Covers Toilets,
Urinals,
Showerheads,
Taps, Bidets and
Flow Regulators
Water Fixtures
Ensures safety
and reliability of
window latches
used in new
residential
Window Safety
Fixtures
Covers Interior,
Exterior paints,
varnishes and
stains
Paints
Covers Exterior
LED Luminaires
of 11 functional
types
LED Exterior
LightingCarpets and
Hard Flooring
Covers carpets,
underlay, lino,
rubber, wood
hard flooring
Children's Play
Equipment
Hot and Cold
installation pipe
systems
Covers play
equipment for ADM
and ADEC projects
Chillers
Covers air-cooled
and water-cooled
chillers. Co-
developed with
personnel scheme
Plastic Pipe
systems
Unitary ACs
Covers splits,
windows, VRFs,
packaged units,
etc.
Solar Hot Water
Covers solar hot
water collectors
and solar hot water
systems
Insulation
Covers insulation
products used in
walls, roofs,
ducting, etc.
Glazing
Covers glazed
windows and
doors as
complete units
Water tanks
Covers pre-
insulated thermo-
plastic water
tanks
Steel
Covers rebar and
stainless steel
Gypsum
Board
Covers plaster
and cement
board products
used in
construction
Interlock Tiles
Covers pavers
for pedestrian
and vehicular
traffic
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QCC develops Products Certification Schemes for good quality, energy efficient products
Covers Toilets,
Urinals,
Showerheads,
Taps, Bidets and
Flow Regulators
Water Fixtures
Covers Exterior
LED Luminaires
of 11 functional
types
LED Exterior
LightingChillers
Covers air-cooled
and water-cooled
chillers.
Unitary ACs
Covers splits,
windows, VRFs,
packaged units,
etc.
Insulation
Covers insulation
products used in
walls, roofs,
ducting, etc.
Glazing
Covers glazed
windows and
doors as
complete units
Pearl Community Rating System
Pearl Building Rating System
Pearl Villa Rating System
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The QCC Solar PV Systems Conformity Assessment Scheme supports RSB’s regulations
Implementation and installation requirements of
small-scale solar PV energy-netting systems:
• Grid connectivity;
• Connection process;
• Municipal Permits;
• Certification and qualification;
• Metering and billing;
• Licensing; and
• Promoting [environmental and cost benefits] of
small-scale solar PV installations.
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The QCC Solar PV Systems Conformity Assessment Scheme supports RSB’s regulations
Key issues currently under consideration:
• Certification of Solar PV integrators in line with
a designated registration scheme
• Implementation of a Solar PV Knowledge
Scheme as an additional requirement for
qualification/certification of Solar PV
integrators within the first year of the
Regulations issued.
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Solar PV Systems Certification Scheme Development (DRAFT) – Under Consultation
Solar PV Installers
Product Conformity Assessment Scheme
Personnel Conformity Assessment Scheme
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Solar PV Systems Certification Scheme Development (DRAFT) – Under Consultation
Specific Performance Requirements:
• IEC 61730-1: 2016 & IEC 61730-2: 2016
• IEC 61215-1-x: 2016 (depending on the module type)
• IEC 60068-2-68
Solar PV Systems shall meet Application Class 0 or Class II of IEC 61730.
Class III applications are not permitted.
The testing laboratory used for performance measurement of the solar PV
module shall be certified to ISO/IEC 17025 within the scope of the testing
performed. The certification shall be issued by an ilac-MRA member.
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Solar PV Systems Certification Scheme Development (DRAFT) – Under Consultation
Table 1: Performance type tests for Solar PV modules
Type Tests Pass Criteria
Artificial ageing: accelerated climatic test at different environmental conditions, intensive UV exposure, outdoor exposure
Mechanical stress: static mechanical load and suction, simulation of hail impact, robustness of connections
Fault conditions simulations: bypass diode test, hot-spot effect due to partial shadowing
Electrical characterization: Nominal Operating Cell Temperature (NOCT) determination, measure of performance at NOCT conditions and low irradiance, determination of temperature coefficients.
No visual defects before/after each test as defined in the relevant standards
Power output degradation lower than 5% after each test and lower than 8% after each sequence
Power output after final light soaking no less than 90% of the minimum value specified by the manufacturer
Resistance insulation greater than 40 MW/m2
Fire resistance: flammability test Comply with IEC 61730
Salt mist corrosion: in particular for PV systems intended to be installed in coastal environments.
Comply with severity level SL 6 as per IEC 61701
Ammonia corrosion: in particular for PV systems intended to be installed in farms.
Comply with IEC 62716
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Solar PV Systems Certification Scheme Development (DRAFT) – Under Consultation
Table 2: Performance type tests for Solar PV inverters
Parameters Test Standard Compliance
Degree of protection IEC 60529
Protection class IEC 60664-1
Characteristics of the utility interface IEC 61727
EMC conformance IEC 61000
Harmonics conformance IEC 61000
Power converting equipment safety IEC 62109
Overall efficiency of grid connected PV Inverters BS EN 50530
Islanding prevention measures of utility-interconnected PV inverters IEC 62116
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Solar PV Systems Certification Scheme Development (DRAFT) – Under Consultation
Table 3: Performance type tests for Solar PV Systems ancillaries
Item Test Standard Compliance
DC connectors – safety requirements IEC 62852
DC cables shall be:
UV and Ozone resistant as per BS EN 60811
Weather and moisture resistant
Temperature resistant (min. +90ºC)
Flame retardant as per IEC 60332-1-2
Non halogen as per BS EN 60754
Acid and alkaline resistant as per BS EN 60811
EN 50618
UL 4703
IEC 60332-1-2
BS EN 60754
PV junction boxes BS EN 50548
IEC 62790
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Jawdah is the platform that must be used for the certification application, review and issuance process
Website: jawdah.qcc.abudhabi.ae
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Certification is valid for one year during which market surveillance activities are performed to verify compliance
Performance Testing
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