Chipshow Expanded VMS Certification to 20mm Pitch
The company secured EN 12966 certification for its 20mm pixel pitch signs to meet rigorous European safety standards.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Semiconductors
In July 2026, Chipshow achieved EN 12966 certification for its 20mm pixel pitch variable message signs. This certification allows for broader product sourcing under the EU Construction Products Regulation.
Why it matters
The certification enables major infrastructure projects to procure a wider range of compliant traffic displays from a single manufacturer. This move reflects Chipshow's ongoing investment in engineering specialized traffic safety equipment.
The 20mm series earned IP56 enclosure protection and achieved performance ratings of class C2 for colour, L3 for luminance, R3 for luminance ratio, and B6 for beam width. These models also met temperature classes T1, T2, and T3 along with resistance to pollution class D3.
The players
Chipshow
Chipshow is a manufacturer specializing in LED display products, including traffic signage and variable message systems.
DBI Certification A/S
DBI Certification A/S is a Danish-based notified body that oversees compliance testing for construction products.
SGS-CSTC
SGS-CSTC is a testing, inspection, and certification organization that provides product evaluation services in Guangzhou.
The details
The certification process was conducted under the AVCP System 1 regime, requiring exhaustive product type testing, factory audits, and ongoing surveillance by a notified body. Testing was performed by SGS-CSTC in Guangzhou, with the final certification issued by Denmark-based DBI Certification A/S.
Timeline
DBI Certification A/S issued the new certification in July 2026.
The Tech Race
This certification follows the AVCP System 1 regime mandated by the EU Construction Products Regulation. It highlights the increasingly stringent compliance requirements for manufacturers operating within the European traffic display market.
For infrastructure managers and traffic authorities, this expansion simplifies procurement by offering a wider array of compliant signage from a single source. It ensures that installed variable message signs meet verified safety and durability standards for outdoor environments.
The takeaway
Maintaining rigorous certification levels is essential for manufacturers aiming to supply critical transit infrastructure. Operators should verify specific EN 12966 class ratings to ensure equipment meets their regional deployment requirements.
Further reading
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