Cybersecurity assessment laboratory for electrical equipment

Infrastructures
Research areas
  • Engineering & Technology
Contact

946 430 850

(+34) 946 430 850 (International calls)

Available for external users?
Yes
Description

This laboratory specialises in assessing the cybersecurity conformity of network-connected electrical and electronic devices, such as smart meters, data concentrators, Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), gateways, protection devices and electric vehicle chargers.

It provides a controlled and accredited environment to verify that products meet regulatory requirements and standards such as IEC 62443-4-2 and the European Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

The laboratory also offers technical support to tailor testing to the specific needs of each client and device type, incorporating advanced automated testing capabilities.

Equipment

  • Test bench for functional validation of connected electrical devices
  • Automated testing tools developed by TECNALIA
  • Support for IEC 62443-4-2, the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and DLMS/COSEM protocols
  • Dedicated equipment for technical pre-certification testing
  • Interfaces for testing in conjunction with EMC, electrical and environmental laboratories
  • Independent laboratory facilities available under a third-party Lab-as-a-Service model
  • Integration with smart meter and Smart Grid equipment laboratories

 

Services
  • Functional cybersecurity conformity testing for device manufacturers
  • Technical verification prior to regulatory certification (CRA, IEC 62443)
  • Development of customised product assessment procedures
  • Automated testing to reduce validation costs and lead times
  • Rental of independent testing facilities with technical support
  • Validation of communication protocols and network security functions
  • Support for engineering firms, manufacturers and utilities in validating new equipment
  • Recognition as an official laboratory by leading utility companies, including EDP, Iberdrola and Naturgy
Location

TECNALIA

Bizkaia Technology Park, Astondo Bidea, Edificio 700, E-48160, Derio (Bizkaia)

Other info
Industrial Cybersecurity (OT/IT):
- Cybersecurity
- Digital Technologies

Application sectors

  • Electricity sector regulatory authorities
  • Capital goods and industrial equipment
  • Energy companies and utilities
  • Certification bodies and independent laboratories
  • Electrical and electronic equipment manufacturers
  • Electrical and electronic engineering firms
  • Smart Grid and smart meter integrators
  • Telecommunications

Industrial programme

  • IRABAZI · Advanced Manufacturing