Germany's Pepper One opens certification centre for Z-Wave devices

The Z-Wave wireless standard is a interoperable wireless mesh networking technology used to control home devices such as lights, heating, air-conditioning and home security systems. To certify Z-Wave integrated products, Pepper One GmbH has now opened the first certification centre in Europe. In thorough testing procedures, Pepper One tests all devices with regard to their correct functioning and interoperability.

Pepper One services include comprehensive test programmes, assistance in preparing products and documentation, development services upon customer request and also maintenance contracts and support.

In order to receive a Z-Wave certification for a new product, the customer initially carries out a self-certification. The results of this test are then checked by Sigma Designs and, upon acceptance, passed on to Pepper One. This is where the actual certification process begins, with this taking between two and five days. Then range of tests are carried out by Pepper One.

Alexander Hische, Managing Director of Pepper One GmbH, explains: "With the Z-Wave certification programme we are ensuring the reliable deployment of future-oriented home control products. Pepper One is characterised by the rapid and personalised support we offer our customers. Direct contact between manufacturers and our engineers makes it possible to react quickly to any problems that occur."

For more details visit www.z-wave.com and www.pepper-one.de.