February 23, 2024 | Taiwan - Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services, has announced its accreditation as the first wave of Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 7™ testing laboratories. This achievement marks a significant milestone and showcases Bureau Veritas' expertise in Wi-Fi technology.
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 7™ is built upon the IEEE 802.11be (EHT) standard, introducing several enhancements including 320MHz channel bandwidth, multi-link functionality, 4096-QAM modulation, and flexible channel utilization. These new features not only significantly enhance Wi-Fi performance and improve connectivity in various environments but also drive the advancement of wireless communication technology.
As a Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 7™ accredited testing laboratory, Bureau Veritas will provide cutting-edge Wi-Fi 7 technology testing and certification services, enabling clients to launch products that comply with the latest standards and capitalize on new wireless communication opportunities.
Pascal La Ray, General Manager of Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Division, Technology Products Division, Taiwan stated "We are honored to be among the first wave of accredited Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 7™ testing laboratories. This achievement reflects our leadership and expertise in Wi-Fi technology. We are dedicated to delivering the highest quality testing and certification services to our clients, empowering them to thrive in the Wi-Fi 7 technology domain."
Key features of Wi-Fi 7 technology include higher speeds and bandwidth, low latency, enhanced security, and high capacity. These features will deliver faster, more stable, and secure wireless connectivity experiences for users and support various emerging application scenarios such as cloud computing, the Internet of Things, and virtual reality.
Bureau Veritas believes that the introduction of Wi-Fi 7 will bring new development opportunities to industries worldwide. As an early adopter of Wi-Fi technology, Bureau Veritas will continue to collaborate closely with Wi-Fi Alliance®, providing clients with professional and comprehensive technical support to help them succeed in the wireless communication field.