An important aim of the VDE is consumer protection and maximum safety while handling electrotechnical products. Standards, safety research and product testing are traditional tasks of the VDE in pace with the progress of technology.

In our dedicated areas you obtain valuable hints for every day life and can give insight into the work of VDE: safety testing for the renowned VDE Mark, prevention of electrical accidents, new surveys concerning mobile phones and health issues and - last not least - energy efficiency of electrical appliances.