Intertek Blog
The Intertek Blog is a trusted source for insights on product safety, quality, sustainability, innovation, and compliance. The articles written by our experts explore industry trends, emerging technologies, regulatory developments, and best practices, delivering the knowledge and perspective you need to stay informed and inspired.
Most Recent Posts
21 Oct 2026
Process safety: more than just ticking boxes
Process safety is concerned with preventing the unplanned or uncontrolled release of hazardous materials or energy, and minimising consequences if a release does occur. History has shown what can happen when the management of hazardous processes breaks down. Learn more from our expert.
21 Oct 2026
Functional Safety: Where Manufacturers Should Start
A Framework for Ensuring Systems Behave Predictably When Failures Occur
21 Oct 2026
Functional Safety Documentation and Certification Readiness
A Proactive Documentation Approach Strengthens both the Quality of the Safety Process and Confidence in the Final System
19 Oct 2026
Food Supplements Versus Medicinal Products in the European Union: Understanding the Regulatory Boundary and What it Means for your Product Development
Understand EU Rules for Supplements and Medicines
19 Oct 2026
Extending Smoke Alarm Notifications: Why Product Listing and Approval Matter
Adhering to Recognized Standards helps Ensure that Safety Systems Perform as Intended
16 Oct 2026
Preparing Florida Product Approvals for the 2026 Florida Building Code
Reviewing Existing Approvals, Test Data and Documentation Before the 9th Edition Takes Effect
12 Oct 2026
A Smarter Strategy for Medical Device Components
Early Component Decisions Can Reduce Compliance Risks, Resting Delays, and Supply Chain Disruptions
09 Oct 2026
Fire Door Inspections and Field Labeling
Common Inspection Issues, Field Modifications and Field Labeling
08 Oct 2026
VOC Thresholds Update for Building Products
New CDPH changes are reshaping emission limits – what manufacturers should know now to stay ahead of compliance and certification expectations.
08 Oct 2026
From Seawater Intake to Utility Distribution: Where Microbes Thrive Offshore
Every litre of seawater brought onto an offshore platform contains millions of naturally occurring marine microorganisms. While these organisms pose little threat in the open waters, conditions change dramatically once seawater enters engineered systems. Read more.
08 Oct 2026
Are You Ready for the 2027 Ukraine REACH Pre Registration Deadline?
Prepare for Ukraine REACH’s 2027 pre-registration deadline.
05 Oct 2026
Why Biodiversity Matters to Medical Device Manufacturers
Understanding Environmental Dependencies Can Help Businesses Manage Risk and Build Resilience
02 Oct 2026
Certification creates confidence: The real value beyond the Certificate
Why certification is about more than passing tests, and how manufacturers can use it strategically throughout the product lifecycle.