Quality & Certifications

All cooling systems are fully developed and produced in the Netherlands. We do not outsource complete units or assemblies.

This ensures:

• Full control over design and production
• Consistent quality across every series
• Transparent and reliable supply chains
• Predictable production and delivery

By keeping development and production within the European Union, we offer a stable and future-proof manufacturing approach.

This reduces:

• Exposure to import tariffs and trade restrictions
• Dependency on intercontinental logistics
• Supply chain risks for OEM production

All systems are designed and manufactured in accordance with applicable European directives:

• EU 2023/1230 – Machinery Regulation
• 2014/68/EU – Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
• RoHS & REACH material compliance

Applied standards include:

• EN 378 – Refrigeration safety and environmental requirements
• EN IEC 60335-1 / 60335-2-89 – Commercial refrigeration safety
• EN IEC 60204-1 – Electrical safety of machinery
• EN 1127-1 and EN IEC 60079-10-1 – Explosive atmospheres (R290)
• NPR 7600 – Application of flammable refrigerants

Each system is delivered with a Declaration of Conformity.

Van West Cooling operates according to SMETA 4-pillar standards, covering:

• Labour conditions
• Health and safety
• Environmental management
• Business ethics

This ensures responsible and transparent operations across our organisation and supply chain.

Depending on application or market requirements, we can support:

• CB certification
• Third-party testing and verification

This allows OEM customers to meet region-specific or application-specific compliance requirements.

• Fully European development and production
• Compliance with EU regulations and standards
• Consistent quality across series production
• Stable and reliable supply chain
• Transparent documentation and traceability