A new structure for the EU LVD directive: The European union new legislative framework and new low voltage directive

Changes in the European Union legislative process over the past decade have resulted in common sets of definitions, requirements, roles and responsibilities that are finding their way into EU Directive updates. These changes have shaped the new EU Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU, helping to ensure products within the scope of this directive are compliant prior to being placed into EU market countries, and remain in compliance throughout their life cycle. This new directive will fully repeal and replace the previous Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC on April 20, 2016, at which time all products entering the EU will be required to meet the new 2014/35/EU criteria.