The importance of community certificates R10, R46 and R118

The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) issued a series of mandatory regulations for companies that market active safety systems such as digital mirrors. Azimut's obtaining of the derived EU certificates allows us to supply our MirrorCam digital rear-view mirror to bus manufacturers for incorporation in their fleets.

The regulations are R10, R46 and R118. The first one reports on a series of requirements related to the approval of vehicles with regard to their electromagnetic compatibility. R46 deals with the approval of indirect vision devices and motor vehicles. And R118 deals with the fire performance of materials used in the manufacture of the interior of certain motor vehicles.

Regulations of the Economic Commission for Europe (ECE)

In order to obtain Community certificates, it is essential to comply with the regulations issued by the Economic Commission for Europe (ECE). Although they are quite extensive, below you will find the most important points of each of these regulations.

R10

Although electronic devices assist the driver, it is very important that they are all electromagnetically compatible and do not interfere with any external systems.

Electromagnetic compatibility is the ability of a vehicle and its components to operate satisfactorily in their electromagnetic environment. That is, without producing electromagnetic disturbances to any object in its environment.

The communications infrastructure and security must be flawless and these devices must not adversely affect them. This is essential, as it would be useless for one device to work properly while it is preventing another device from working just as well. They must all work in perfect harmony and be compatible.

R46

It applies to mandatory and optional devices for indirect vision intended to be installed in motor vehicles whose driver is covered by a bodywork.

Indirect vision devices are those that serve to observe the traffic area adjacent to the vehicle that cannot be viewed directly. That is to say, rear-view mirrors, cameras with monitors or other types of devices that perform the same function.

The application for type approval in the case of rear-view mirrors must be accompanied by four copies of these items. Three are to be used for testing and one is retained by the laboratory for any verification required at a later date.

Section 6 sets out a number of requirements to be met by the mirrors relating to their contour, surface, fixing device, dimensions, etc. If the samples submitted for approval meet these requirements, the relevant type approval for the device for indirect vision shall be granted.

R118

It obliges manufacturers of passenger transport vehicles to make a series of changes related to the material used in the manufacturing process. The aim is to provide greater safety in the event of fire affecting the vehicle in any way during the journey.

It applies to the fire performance (burning rate, flammability and melting behavior) of interior materials used in vehicles with a capacity of more than 22 passengers. In addition, they must not be designed for standing passengers or for city use.

Approval is granted in accordance with the following:

• Approval of a vehicle type with regard to the fire performance of the interior components used in the cabin.
• Approval of a component (seats, materials, partition panels, curtains, etc.) with regard to its fire performance.

Azimut's top priority: passenger and driver safety

In Azimut we are very clear that it is necessary to comply with all current regulations that are related to the systems we sell. Our main objective is that both passengers and the driver can circulate safely. Therefore, since these regulations were published, we have taken them into account to comply with each of its standards and achieve the corresponding approval.

Thanks to this effort , we have obtained the EU certificates that allow us to supply our MirrorCam digital rear-view mirror. This active safety system provides a number of advantages, which are described below.

It has an extended field of vision

This way, you can completely eliminate blind spots and improve your driver's visibility on both sides of the vehicle.

Offers high-definition vision

It has two cameras that show a real-time HD view of everything happening around your vehicle. In addition, the image is clear and sharp both day and night.

Installation is very simple

If you need to replace your conventional mirror with the new Azimut MirrorCam digital mirror, we carry out the installation ourselves. It is a hassle-free process that we will carry out very quickly so that your vehicle can continue to operate as soon as possible.

Proximity indicators

They help your driver at all times, as they indicate the exact position of the vehicles around them. In this way, the driver can make lane changes with complete peace of mind and without running any risk.

Complies with safety regulations

As previously mentioned, it is a rearview mirror that complies with all safety regulations in force today.

In short, the R10, R46 and R118 EU certificates are essential to be able to market active safety systems such as our MirrorCam digital rear-view mirror. In Azimut we had it clear from the beginning and we got down to work to achieve them. Today we can say that we have them and that our product complies with all EU regulations. If you are interested in our products or need any kind of information related to them, you only have to contact us. We will be pleased to help you and our professionals will answer any questions you may have.