Question: Hi Lewis Bass, We are building a series of identical systems for shipment to Spain this quarter. Each system has the same model number and overall composition (components, design, etc), but with different serial numbers. Do we need a CE Mark evaluation for each unique serial number for these identical machines? Asked by Fred in San Jose, CA   Lewis Bass: Hello Fred, Thanks for this great question about CE marking duplicate systems. No, you do not have to perform a new CE mark evaluation for each system if the models and makeup of the systems are 1:1 and identical to each oth ..read more

At Lewis Bass, we believe that success with designing a system for compliance with the SEMI Standards starts with knowing the standards intimately before the system is even designed or mocked up on paper. To that end, we are formally announcing our new SEMI S2 design consulting service this month to provide a service very similar to our previously announced NFPA 79 design consulting service back in June 2024. Knowing what standards and sections of SEMI S2 will be a factor in your system’s composition can be a major superpower for your company. SEMI S2 design review has consistently been key ..read more

Welcome to another blog in our ongoing series, Ask Lewis Bass! This series features actual submitted questions from companies in the industries we provide engineering safety consulting services to. Topics covered include those associated with our work in 3rd party field labeling, SEMI S2/S8/EMC/F47 testing, CE Marking evaluations, and general engineering questions. Question: Hi Lewis Bass, We have a standard BCD unit that received a SEMI certificate in the past. I reached out to the company we made the BCD for and asked for the certificate because we are providing the same BCD to a differen ..read more

CE compliance addendum reports are a clear, simpler path forward over a full CE compliance report. These addendum reports are specifically drafted in situations where previously evaluated systems have received minimal revisions due to either parts scarcity, redesigns specified by the end user, name changes, or other functional adjustments. For example, if a previously certified product needs a new sub-assembly, like a chiller or heating element, instead of undergoing the entire CE certification process again, an addendum report suffices. This streamlined approach is particularly beneficial f ..read more

Every year at Lewis Bass, our engineering team encounters a variety of unique compliance situations that block our clients from achieving their goals of installing unlisted equipment in their facilities at the last minute, hampering production or delaying important research. Our clients generally find their equipment in non-compliance with their local cities, counties, or government agencies due to two distinct situations: When shipping equipment from overseas suppliers directly to their facilities in the US without confirming with the supplier that the equipment is compliant to US electric ..read more

Welcome to another blog in our ongoing series, Ask Lewis Bass! This series features actual submitted questions from companies in the industries we provide engineering safety consulting services to. Topics covered include those associated with our work in 3rd party field labeling, SEMI S2/S8/EMC/F47 testing and design, CE Marking evaluations, and general engineering questions. Question: Hi Lewis Bass, Our deadline for delivering our newest semiconductor machine to our client is really tight. We want to make sure this machine has the best chance of passing SEMI S2/S8 evaluations on its first ..read more

It is the Law All construction in California is regulated by the California Building Code.  There are additional codes, such as the California Mechanical Code, California Electrical Code and the California Fire Code.  Any device 3’ tall and over and/or weighing more than 400 pounds requires a permit for installation, seismic anchoring, and compliance with the CBC. ASCE Chapter 13 Nonstructural Components ASCE/SEI1Chapter 13 is specific to equipment that needs to be seismically anchored. A few examples include anything that has to do with safety (and exiting), cabinets, labor ..read more

The following statement is provided by Highwire on behalf of LBIES 5-20-24 Burlington, MA: Highwire, the Contractor Success platform for builders and owners of capital projects, has announced the recipients of its prestigious safety awards. Lewis Bass International Engineering Services, Inc. has received the Gold Safety Award. This award is presented to companies who score between 85-94 on the Safety Assessment administered by Highwire. “Management systems are critical to any company’s ability to deliver successful outcomes and, most importantly, to keep their employees safe. Lewis Bass Inte ..read more

Ensuring the safety and reliability of electrical installations is crucial in any sector, whether it’s solar, residential, or commercial. As city regulations tighten and the demand for efficient third-party field labeling grows, Lewis Bass International Engineering Services (LBIES) has developed a comprehensive pre-visit checklist designed to make your switchgear evaluations seamless and successful. What is the Switchgear Field Label Pre-Visit Checklist? The Switchgear Pre-Visit Checklist by Lewis Bass is a strategic tool aimed at helping clients pass third-party evaluations in just one ..read more

Introducing our new website May 15th, 2024 – Lewis Bass International Engineering Services has launched the second version of its modern-themed website for our current and future clients to access the most up-to-date information on our company and the industry we are involved in. You can expect a new blog post from Lewis Bass every week or two going forward touching base on the following topics: Third party electrical evaluations (Field Labels) for North America SEMI S2/S8 assessments for the semiconductor industry CE or UKCA Marking evaluations for Europe and the UK Thermography General en ..read more