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Why Independent Testing Matters | Professional Testing Laboratory

Third-party testing is exactly what it sounds like: a completely independent evaluation conducted...

CRI Seal of Approval Program | Professional Testing Laboratory

The CRI Seal of Approval program sets the gold standard for evaluating the effectiveness of carpet...

Introducing UL 410 and EN 16094 Micro Scratch Testing: Ensuring Surface Durability

Micro scratch testing is a specialized technique used to assess the scratch resistance of coatings,...

Floor Covering Flammability: Essential Testing & Safety Standards

With over 35 years of experience overseeing approximately 250,000 flammability tests, I have come...

Conducting EN 16165: Determination of Slip Resistance

EN 16165 is a standardized test method designed to measure the slip resistance of surfaces intended...

PTL Ensures OEM Compliance for Automotive Flooring Materials

In North America, automotive recalls have cost the automotive industry roughly $20 billion annually...

Why Choose PTL For Comprehensive Consumer Product Testing

Professional Testing Laboratory (PTL) provides comprehensive consumer product testing across a...

The Value of an Accredited Material Testing Laboratory For Product R&D

Rigorous materials testing is a cornerstone of the quality, safety, and performance of your...

Assess Carpet Cleaning Effectiveness With XRF Testing for ASTM F2828

Carpet cleaning efficiency goes beyond surface results. It takes advanced technology such as XRF...