Wi-SUN Alliance Appointed First European Test Lab
The certification body has named LocosLab GmbH as the first authorized test facility for Wi-SUN FAN products in Europe.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Appliances
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The Wi-SUN Alliance has appointed Germany-based LocosLab GmbH as its first authorized test lab in Europe. This move allows regional device manufacturers to certify Wi-SUN FAN products locally to support expanding smart city and utility initiatives.
Why it matters
The establishment of a European test facility is intended to lower certification costs, improve logistics, and accelerate turnaround times for companies. It directly addresses the rising demand for Wi-SUN deployments in smart grid modernization and AMI 2.0 projects.
Wi-SUN FAN is now ratified as ISO/IEC/IEEE 32857:2026. The technology is specifically engineered for low-energy devices that require a operational lifespan of 10 to 20 years.
The players
Wi-SUN Alliance
This global industry organization promotes the adoption of wireless standards for smart utility networks and smart city applications.
LocosLab GmbH
Based in Germany, this firm is an independent laboratory specializing in wireless communication testing and certification.
The details
Manufacturers can now complete full-specification Wi-SUN FAN certification through the new LocosLab facility in Germany. This capability supports the growing global ecosystem for smart infrastructure, including markets currently using these standards in North America, Brazil, Japan, and Australia/New Zealand.
Timeline
The Wi-SUN FAN specification was ratified as ISO/IEC/IEEE 32857:2026.
The appointment of LocosLab GmbH was finalized in September 2026.
Culture Shift
The formal adoption of ISO/IEC/IEEE 32857:2026 codifies a global move toward long-term interoperable standards in the IoT sector. By localizing testing, the industry is transitioning away from fragmented regional protocols toward a unified framework for smart infrastructure.
European manufacturers can now avoid the logistical burden of shipping components abroad to achieve necessary product certifications. This streamlined process may lead to faster market availability for new smart home and utility-grade connectivity products.
The takeaway
The move to establish a centralized testing hub in Europe signals a maturing market for smart utility technology. Professionals in the sector should monitor how this reduction in certification friction impacts the release cycle of new IoT-enabled infrastructure components.
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