Yes, once you have OG-100 certification, you may login to your account and apply for a Private Label.
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I already have a test report from a testing laboratory. Should I send a copy of the test report to SRCC?
Yes, SRCC staff can assess the test report to determine whether it can be used for OG-100 certifications. Testing conducted for other certification programs like Solar Keymark, may be applicable for OG-100 certification. In some cases the testing will meet most, but not all, SRCC requirements. In this case a gap report addressing the remaining […]
Once testing is completed, is the collector considered SRCC certified?
No. The application material and test results must be reviewed by SRCC staff and the ratings will be calculated. Once all requirements for the OG-100 program are met, including receipt of the signed program agreement, program fees, and all requested product documentation, SRCC will award certification.
How do I know which tests are required for my collector for OG-100 certification from SRCC?
Testing requirements for each type of collector is established in the ICC 901/SRCC 100 Solar Thermal Collector Standard which is available for viewing or purchase on the ICC-SRCC standards page. We encourage you to talk with us prior to testing. ICC-SRCC staff would be happy to answer any questions and explain the testing requirements for […]
How long will the certification process take?
The process time will vary with each application. The timeframe for testing is generally 2-6 months. This is something manufacturers should discuss with the approved SRCC test labs that you are considering.The test results are evaluated in the order in which they are received. Certification is usually awarded in approximately 3-4 weeks (unless additional information […]
Once our product is certified, are there additional costs?
Yes, there is an annual fee required in order to renew certifications in each OG program and for listings. If changes are made to the certified product, they may also result in Editorial or Technical Modification fees (depending on the nature of the change). Inspections of production quality systems are generally required every two years, […]
What are the requirements for marking my product if I get a SRCC certification or listing?
Certified products must be marked with the appropriate SRCC OG certification mark and the information required in each associated standard. Listed products must be marked with the ICC-SRCC Listing Mark and any specific information required per the codes and standards referenced in the listing. Each certification and listing specifies the information that must be provided […]
Are OG-100 certifications mandatory in the U.S.?
OG-100 certification for solar thermal collectors is not mandated at the national level, but it is required by incentive programs, building codes and other regulations in dozens of states. Therefore, in order to install or qualify for vital solar thermal incentives, an OG-100 certification is required in most locations in the U.S. So, OG-100 certification […]
Which standards does SRCC use to conduct OG-100 certifications?
OG-100 certifications are based on the ICC 901/SRCC 100 Solar Thermal Collector Standard which is available for viewing or purchase on the ICC-SRCC standards page. This ANSI standard sets the technical requirements for these collectors and references many other specific standards. ICC 901/SRCC 100 in turn references the internationally-accepted ISO 9806 Solar Energy – Solar […]
How are OG-100 and Standard 100 related?
SRCC’s OG-100 certification program refers to the Operating Guidelines associated with the SRCC Solar Thermal Collector Certification Program. The Operating Guidelines (OG) refer to the requirements, policies and procedures associated with the certification program, and are specific to SRCC. The OG-100 document references the SRCC Standard 100 document (ICC 901/SRCC 100), which sets the technical […]