Electromagnetic compatibility in Europe

The Directive on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) came into force on 1 January 1992. For various reasons, manufacturers are permitted to delay application of the Directive until 31 December 1995. The Department of Trade and Industry launched an awareness campaign in January 1993 which has provided many initiatives, and is maintaining momentum in the United Kingdom during this four-year transition period. The paper looks at some of the reasons for the EMC Directive, and at the progress during the transition period, in other member states