Information on packaging

Changes on product names and packaging

In addition the EU directive provides that the term “energy-saving" may only be applied to products with Energy Level A. In the future, packaging for energy-saving products is to provide information very simply on wattage, energy level, light color etc. with the help of pictograms. The new directive will also lay down new minimum quality requirements for lamps – to the benefit of the consumer.

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The Eco-design Directive for energy-using products (EU Directive) specifies that the packaging of non-directional household lamps must comply with the requirement to integrate specific technical information into the packaging design since September 2010 (see table on packaging above).

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Our aim is a lot of light with energy saving

The EU energy label provides information on power efficiency of an energy using product and alleviates the comparison between domestic appliances. Products are classified in determined energy efficiency classes for an easy appraisal and comparison. These go from A to G while products with energy label A display the lowest energy consumption.
Since 1 September 2010 the term "energy saving" product may only be used for products of energy saving class A.

 

EU directive - special purpose lighting

The European Parliament has issued a directive regarding the eco-design of for non-directional household lamps. However, special-purpose lamps designed essentially for applications such as traffic signals, terrarium lighting and household appliances and clearly indicated as such on accompanying product information are not subject to these eco-design requirements.

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