Every appliance in every home must be safe, durable, and compliant. Because when safety is compromised, the risks can be devastating. Electrical failures, overheating, and poor durability lead not only to fires, shocks, and recalls, but also to loss of consumer confidence.
At Presto Laboratories, we provide end-to-end testing solutions for home appliances, ensuring they meet BIS, IEC, and international standards for safety and performance. From refrigerators and washing machines to small kitchen appliances, we validate your products under real-world usage conditions to make them market-ready and globally compliant.
What We Test
- Major Appliances (White Goods): refrigerators, washing machines, ovens, air conditioners
- Kitchen & Cooking Appliances: mixers, toasters, induction cooktops, microwaves
- Cleaning Appliances: vacuum cleaners, dishwashers, irons
- Small Electrical Appliances: fans, hairdryers, heaters, kettles
- Portable & Smart Devices: chargers, IoT-enabled home appliances
Core Tests We Offer for Home Appliances
| Test | Standard | Sample Requirement | TAT |
|---|
| Insulation Resistance | IS 302 / IEC 60335 | 3 specimens | 7 days |
| Dielectric Strength Test | IS 302 / IEC 60243 | 3 specimens | 7 days |
| Leakage Current & Earth Continuity | IEC 60335 | Complete unit | 10 days |
| Flammability (Glow Wire / UL 94) | IEC 60695 / UL 94 | 5 specimens | 12 days |
| Endurance & Durability Test | IS 302 / IEC 60335 | Product sample | 15 days |
| Temperature Rise & Overload | IS 302 / IEC 60335 | Complete unit | 12 days |
| Energy Efficiency Verification | BEE / IS Standards | Appliance sample | 20 days |
| Mechanical & Drop Tests | c | Appliance sample | 10 days |
Testing Infrastructure
Our lab is equipped with world-class testing technology to replicate real-world automotive stresses:- Dielectric & Insulation Testers – verify electrical safety
- Glow Wire & Flammability Testers – simulate fire hazards
- Endurance Rigs – long-term operation testing
- Thermal Chambers – high/low temperature durability
- Drop & Impact Machines – accidental fall resistance
- Energy Efficiency Meters – BEE compliance validation
Standards We Help You Meet
Stay ahead of compliance with our expertise in:- BIS IS 302 series (domestic electrical appliances)
- IEC 60335(safety of household appliances)
- IEC 60695 / UL 94 (flammability & fire safety)
- IEC 60068 (mechanical & environmental testing)
- SAE J2464 (EV battery safety test procedures)
- BEE Energy Efficiency Compliance
Why Choose Presto for Appliance Testing?
- Trusted Certification Partner: BIS & NABL-approved lab for domestic and global compliance
- Wide Testing Scope: Covers white goods, small appliances, and IoT-enabled devices
- Real-World Accuracy: Simulates heat, overload, shocks, and daily usage stresses
- Proven Track Record: Trusted by top appliance brands and electronics manufacturers
- Fast & Reliable Reports: Certification-ready documentation within strict timelines
Success Story
- Challenge:A popular home appliance brand faced frequent motor burnouts in washing machines, leading to warranty claims.
- Solution: Presto conducted temperature rise and endurance testing, identifying design flaws in the motor coil.
- Impact:After corrective action, the brand reduced failure rates by 60% and secured BIS certificationfor its new product line.
“Appliances Built to Last. Certified by Presto.”
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