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Testing

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This lists features a selection of the tests we carry out for the textiles and plastics converting industry. If you don't find what your looking for, contact us.

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Abrasion Resistance of Protective Gloves according to EN 388:2016

Abrasion-resistant gloves must be used as personal protective equipment (PPE) in any environment where workers face a significant exposure to abrasive material.

 Physical lab

Accelerated ageing according to ISO 1419:2019 / ASTM-F1980

The ageing of textiles, composites and plastics, due to light, heat and humidity, causes changes in their appearance and in their physical and chemical properties, often to the point of material failure. 

 Physical lab

Accelerated weathering of plastics according to ISO 4892-2:2013/ASTM D4329

Ultraviolet radiation, temperature, and moisture contribute to material degradation of products exposed to the elements. Accelerated weathering tests simulate these conditions to speed up the weathering process and to measure its effects on parts, components, products, and materials.

 Plastic characterization

Antibacterial efficiency according to SN 195920 / AATCC 147 / EN ISO 20645

Resistance to bacterial growth

 

 Microbiology

Antifungal efficiency according to ISO 846 / EN 14119

Determination of the Antimycotic Activity - Agar Diffusion Plate Test

 Microbiology

Antimicrobial Activity of New Carpets according to AATCC 174: 2022

The test is crucial for evaluating how effectively a carpet resists or inhibits the growth of microorganisms, which is especially important in settings like healthcare facilities, schools, and public buildings.

 Microbiology

Barrier properties of textiles according to ISO 16604 / 22610 / 22611 / 22612

Centexbel has the knowhow and equipment to assess the barrier properties of textiles, surgical gowns, masks and drapes, against microorganisms and blood.

 Microbiology

Biological evaluation of medical devices according to ISO 10993-5

To assess the health and safety risks linked with the skin contact with medical devices, Centexbel examines their toxic effect on the skin (cytotoxicity, irritation, sensitivity,…) according to ISO 10993-5 “Biological evaluation of medical devices – part 5 - cytotoxicity : in vitro methods”

 Microbiology

Burning behaviour of children's nightwear according to ISO 14878:2007

ISO 14878:2007 specifies design and performance requirements for children’s nightwear to reduce fire hazards. It doesn’t prescribe a single test method itself but refers to existing flammability tests (e.g., ISO 6940, ISO 6941) to measure the burning behaviour of fabrics intended for children’s sleepwear.

 Burning behaviour

Burning Behaviour of Curtains and Drapes according to EN 13773

This method defines a classification scheme for curtains and drapes using ignitability and flame spread properties of vertically oriented textile fabrics in response to flame contact under controlled conditions.

 Burning behaviour
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Accreditation

Centexbel is EN ISI/IEC 17025 accredited by BELAC (the Belgian accreditation body).

Our laboratories are known for their: 

  • vast testing offer including several tests that are unique in Europe
  • professional advice
  • thorough knowledge and follow-up of international standardisation and legislation
  • continuous updating and expansion of testing equipment, testing methods, and database of chemical compounds
  • accredited tests involving an annual severe audit of all our laboratories
  • conditions in conformity with the market

056-TEST scope granted by BELAC

The scope consists of a fixed scope, including test and product standards, and of a flexible scope, where no specific reference to the standard is included.

056-TEST scope

Flexible Scope

Accredited tests included in the flexible scope have a specific code mentioned in the first column (e.g. B001). Centexbel has a detailed list of these tests where a direct link between the specific codes, the test and product standards can be found.

On page 30/31 of the 056-TEST scope, BELAC states:

The laboratory is authorized to determine, under accreditation, the measured properties/parameters belonging to the specified group of measured properties/parameters for the products/matrices belonging to the specified group of products/matrices, using methods that utilize the specified test or measurement principle or measurement technique. This authorization is granted on the condition that appropriate validation and/or verification has been performed in accordance with the overall validation and/or verification concept, as established in the laboratory's management system and the provisions of BELAC 2-002 and BELAC 2-101. The laboratory maintains, for each applicant, an updated and detailed list of the specific tests (in terms of specific measured properties/parameters belonging to the specified group of measured properties/parameters, specific products/matrices belonging to the specified group of products/matrices, and specific test methods) performed under accreditation. 

detailed list
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Authenticity of Centexbel certificates and reports

To prevent any misuse of certificates and test reports, Centexbel has added an additional security. 

Official documents are digitally signed to indicate and provide proof of their authenticity.

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Certificate: designation as technical service

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Designation of Centexbel as technical service by the Flemish Department of Mobility & Public Works – technical requirements to which cars, their trailers, their parts and safety accessories must comply.

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Testing application form

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If you have received a quotation, you're welcome to fill in and sign this form, and submit a printed copy together with your sample(s). In this way we can start testing immediately, and serve you much faster!

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