Which documents matter?
Most buyers need a combination of electrical safety, EMC, radio, battery, charger, manual, label, packing, customs, and warranty documents. The exact list changes by destination country and product configuration.
For distributor programs, request neutral model names and final document copies before printing catalogs or publishing public claims.
CE, FCC, IEC, and battery documents
| Document family | Why it matters | Authoritative reference |
|---|---|---|
| CE / EU conformity | Relevant for products placed on the EU market, depending on applicable directives and regulations. | European Commission CE marking |
| FCC radio / EMC | Relevant for wireless and electronic products marketed in the United States. | FCC equipment authorization |
| Driverless industrial truck safety | Relevant when the robot is an AMR or industrial mobile platform. | ISO 3691-4 |
| Workplace floor safety | Deployment must support clean, orderly, and dry walking-working surfaces where applicable. | OSHA 1910.22 |
How to verify a certificate
Match the certificate holder, model number, product photos, rating label, adapter, wireless module, battery, and report number to the actual robot being purchased. If a supplier offers multiple shell colors, docking stations, or battery packs, ask whether the document still applies.
For private-label projects, verify whether the certificate can be used with the private-label model name or whether additional documentation is required.
Cleaning robots vs warehouse AMRs
A compact cleaning robot and a warehouse AMR may need different safety files. Cleaning robots are evaluated for electrical, radio, battery, charger, and cleaning-machine concerns. AMRs add payload, vehicle movement, docking, traffic, and industrial mobile robot safety questions.
| Robot class | Extra document focus | Buyer action |
|---|---|---|
| Compact cleaning robot | Wireless, charger, battery, cleaning module | Request model-specific CE/FCC/IEC and battery documents |
| Autonomous scrubber | Water recovery, wet floor controls, battery, charger | Confirm manual, maintenance, and safety warnings |
| Warehouse AMR | Payload, speed, obstacle detection, docking, route controls | Request risk assessment and industrial mobile robot safety documentation |
RFQ document checklist
- Final datasheet with model, dimensions, battery, charger, and wireless configuration.
- CE, FCC, IEC, EMC, radio, and battery documents where relevant.
- User manual, maintenance guide, warning label, and packing list.
- Spare-part list and consumable replacement schedule.
- Warranty, service workflow, and destination-country shipping documents.
FAQ
Is CE enough for a commercial cleaning robot?
Not by itself. Buyers need to confirm which EU requirements apply and whether the document matches the exact model and configuration.
Do commercial cleaning robots need FCC?
Wireless and electronic products marketed in the United States may require FCC-related authorization or compliance documentation.
What should distributors verify before publishing a product page?
Verify model name, datasheet, certificate scope, photos, claims, warranty terms, and destination-market requirements.
Are AMR certifications different from cleaning robot certifications?
They can be. AMRs add payload, traffic, route, docking, and industrial mobile robot safety concerns.
Can PanPanTech provide certification documents?
PanPanTech can prepare model-specific documentation for review, but buyers should verify final documents for the destination country before order.