Jun 18, 2020
UCI Approval Support
For bicycle brands developing performance-oriented carbon wheelsets, meeting the UCI technical requirements for competitive cycling is an important part of bringing a new product to market. At ORNANBIKE, as a carbon rim and wheelset manufacturer specializing in OEM/ODM solutions, our product specification is meet the UCI racing requirement and ISO4210 test standard, and we can provides UCI wheel approval preparation support, helping our partners obtain the technical materials needed for their applications. Our service covers the preparation of customer-branded wheelsets, impact testing, product photography and video documentation. The formal application is then coordinated and submitted by the responsible applicant from brand through the UCI's official online platform. How ORNANBIKE Supports the UCI Wheel Approval Process? Our OEM/ODM support is organized around five practical steps. Step 1: Confirm the Wheel Model and Configuration Step 2: Build the Complete Wheelset With Your Brand Logo Step 3: Conduct Wheel Impact Testing Step 4: Prepare Photos, Videos and Supporting Technical Information Following testing, ORNANBIKE prepares supporting materials for the customer's application, these may include: Product photographs Images showing the complete branded wheelset, including the required views of the front and rear wheels. Impact test photographs Images documenting the testing setup, tested wheel and relevant details of the process. Impact test videos Video footage showing the test procedure and identifying the wheel model being evaluated. Step 5: Submit the Application Through the UCI Website Once the relevant technical materials are ready, the responsible applicant from Brand submits the application through the official UCI online platform. Frequently Asked Questions 1. Can ORNANBIKE help us obtain UCI approval under our own brand? We can help prepare a wheelset featuring your brand logo and provide relevant testing materials and technical information. 2. Does approval of one wheel model automatically cover other models? No. Approval applies to the identified wheel type or model. Technical changes or developments may require notification and a new application under UCI rules. Brands should confirm the intended model range and specifications before applying. 3. How long does the approval process take? The overall timeline depends on wheelset preparation, testing, documentation and the UCI review. The published UCI protocol provides for a document review period of up to one month, but this does not include all manufacturing and testing preparation time. Additional requests or changes may affect the schedule. Prepare Your Carbon Wheelset for UCI Approval With ORNANBIKE Whether you are introducing a new carbon wheel model or developing a private-label racing wheelset, having the right manufacturing and testing support can make the approval preparation process more manageable. ORNANBIKE helps OEM/ODM partners move from a defined wheelset configuratio...
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