Satchels and Luggage

Excellent Performance Results for Schoolbags, Rucksacks, and Suitcases

Customers really appreciate it when your products have an impeccable quality and safety record. Parents, in particular, are always on the lookout for ergonomics. We audit schoolbags based on the DIN 58124 norm and also offer safety and quality audits for rucksacks, suitcases, and all sorts of bags. These audits range from production of the material, functions of moving parts, or even whether the interior and bottom of the bag is rainproof.

Benefits at a glance

An internationally recognized audit seal from TÜV Rheinland helps you:

  • Document the implementation of legal requirements with audit reports and certificates
  • Feel self-assured when advertising your product
  • Improve your market position with tested products
  • Reduce liability for your company with documented safety standards
  • Demonstrate your high standard of quality

Our Audits

Our experts inspect schoolbags based on the DIN 58124 norm and rucksacks based on internal standards that are, in part, based on requirements for goods or manufacturers. Apart from that, we also audit and certify products according to the following criteria:

  • Production material
  • Mark: name of the manufacturer
  • Function of moving parts such as lock and adjustments
  • Roller test and durability
  • Size
  • Weight by comparative weighing and checking the weight stated on the label
  • Ergonomics inspection:
    • 1. Audit as to whether the back cushioning fulfills ergonomic requirements to suit the body
    • 2nd audit as to whether the carrying strap is cushioned
    • 3rd audit as to whether the carrying handle can be gripped with one hand.

  • Volume of interior
  • Interior and base rainproof
  • Resilience, that is, after a fall
  • Ease of carrying using handles and carrying elements
  • Break-proof
  • Corrosion
  • Chemistry
  • Particular focus points of audit for schoolbags, based on DIN 58124 norm:
    • Color, size, and reflection of the retro-reflectors and/or fluorescent material
    • Check as to whether the knapsack and base are waterproof
    • Audit to check durability of the cover and locks

Product Examples

  • Schoolbags
  • Luggage, such as suitcases, travel bags, trolleys, and hand luggage
  • Trekking rucksacks, tank bags, beauty cases, sports bags, handbags, wallets