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Gardening is so much more fun when you know you can rely on your lawn mower, leaf vacuum, or hedge clippers. Our independent test marks help home gardeners and professionals choose the right product. We test your gardening equipment and examine features such as safety, functionality, quality, harmful substances, noise emissions, and electromagnetic compatibility. We keep you up to date with the latest technology thanks to our cooperation with standards committees, professional organizations, and manufacturers.

Benefits at a Glance

With TÜV Rheinland's internationally recognized test marks, you can

  • Lower your risk of liability through documented safety standards
  • Increase your customers' confidence in the quality and reliability of your gardening equipment
  • Gain a competitive edge thanks to an independent test mark
  • Make it easier for your customers to decide which product to purchase
  • Meet requirements for marketing your products at home and abroad

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Introducing TÜV Rheinland's innovative solution, High Efficiency Mowing

A transformative approach to landscape maintenance that prioritizes both performance and sustainability. This state-of-the-art mowing technology integrates advanced engineering principles to deliver superior cutting efficiency, ensuring that lawns are maintained to the highest standards without compromising on environmental responsibility.

TÜV Rheinland's commitment to quality assurance means that every aspect of High Efficiency Mowing is rigorously tested to meet safety and performance standards. The technology is designed for versatility, making it suitable for a variety of mowing applications, from residential lawns to expansive commercial landscapes.

By embracing this innovative mowing solution, users can enjoy a beautifully maintained lawn while contributing to a greener planet. With High Efficiency Mowing, TÜV Rheinland is not just setting a new standard in lawn care; it's paving the way for a more sustainable future in landscaping.

Our Services for You

  • Testing based on your requirements
  • Document verification as a purchasing aid
  • Functional testing
  • Shipment inspection
  • Quality assurance

Test Standards

  • (German) Product Safety Act (ProdSG)
  • Noise Emissions Directive 2000/14/EC
  • Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
  • EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
  • Low-Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC

Our Test Marks

  • GS mark
  • LGA tested quality
  • EMC
  • Tested for harmful substances

Product Examples

  • Shredders
  • Hedge trimmers
  • Leaf vacuums and blowers
  • Brushcutters
  • Lawn mowers and ride-on mowers
  • Trimmers
  • Scarifiers
  • Water pumps

White Paper for “Household Robotic Lawnmowers”

With numerous lawnmower options available in the market, choosing the right product can be challenging. This white paper aims to provide insights including a product definition, market overview, testing results by TÜV Rheinland, and future development prospects. Read more

Successful case

01.04.2025 The first High Efficiency Mowing Q-mark certificate awarded to Willand Lawn Mower, X350E (branded as Segway Navimow X3) at Paris. The certification consists of various dimensions, some highlights Segway Navimow X3:

  • Mowing efficiency test: X3 passed the standard 3 hours ahead of schedule during an 8-hour cutting efficiency test, with a final measured coverage rate of up to 98.5%.
  • Narrow passages: X3 is fitting through a 0.8-meter-wide channel with a body width of 22.8 inches (approximately 58 centimeters). Its advanced AI perception and path planning capabilities, along with precise obstacle recognition technology, allow it to operate efficiently in complex environments
  • 30-day field test: X3 maintained high efficiency and stability without any machine failures and does not require human intervention, demonstrating its intelligent optimization capabilities

https://www.tuv.com/press/en/press-releases/new-certification-lawn-mower.html

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