Value-added products
IEC value-added products are derived from official publications. They offer tools to enhance the understanding and usage of IEC publications.
We offer the following value-added products:
CSV Consolidated version
A Consolidated version (CSV) allows users to access technical content from multiple publications that have been merged into a single, user-friendly product.
The CSV incorporates the content of amendment(s) into the publication. The track changes mode shows where the publication has been modified by the amendment. The release of the CSV is synchronized with the release of the amendment.
RLV Redline version
A Redline version (RLV) allows users to easily access the changes between the new and previous edition of a publication.
The RLV is a package that includes both the official publication and its redline version. In the redline version, the track changes mode highlights all the changes between the new edition and previous edition of the publication.
CMV Commented version
A Commented version (CMV) is the only product where the consensus-based content of a publication is enriched with technical commentary.
CMVs are an enhanced version of the traditional Redline version which highlights the changes between the previous edition and the new edition. With the commented versions, users can better understand the rationale for changes made to the newest edition of the standard. Comments may include an explanation for the changes as well as information on the impact of these changes on the application and usability of the standard.
These comments display in pop-up windows in the publication content, and are also listed at the end of the document.
EXV Extended version
Recognizing that it may be difficult and time consuming to consult IEC Standards and its references simultaneously, the Extended version (EXV) compiles the key information and content into a single, easy to use document. The extended version includes the relevant clauses from one publication inserted directly into the second publication and highlighted for easy reference.
PRV Pre-release version
A Pre-release version (PRV) allows users to access the content of an upcoming publication up to two months prior to its official release.
A PRV contains the final draft international standard (FDIS) of a publication. The FDIS is the last approval stage in the development process of a publication when only minor editorial changes are permitted. During the six week voting period, the FDIS is made available as a PRV.
Those who purchase a PRV also receive the official publication at the time of its release.
Maintenance - the PRV has a life cycle of six weeks after which it is definitively deleted.
SER Series
Series allows users to access all parts of an International Standard at a discounted rate.
Series is a package which contains all the official publications and VAPs within an IEC International Standards (i.e. all of the parts).
Maintenance - A Series is automatically withdrawn when the corresponding International Standard is withdrawn.
The content of a Series evolves regularly with the addition, replacement or withdrawal of publications.
Key point - Series are only available from the IEC Secretariat and for the most popular IEC International Standards.
PAC Package version
A PAC allows users to purchase 2 VAPs of an International Standard at a discounted rate.
A PAC contains either the EXV and the RLV or the EXV and the CMV of an official publication.
Maintenance - A PAC is automatically withdrawn when the corresponding International Standard is withdrawn.