Our testing offer
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.
| Testing title | Testing lab |
|---|---|
Burning behaviour of PPE according to EN-ISO 9185/EN 469Assessments of the resistance of PPE to heat, fire, splashes of molten metal |
Burning behaviour |
Burning behaviour testing of upholstered furnitureThere are several standards in Europe that describe test methods for the burning behaviour of upholstered furniture. Although some of their specifications are similar, it is the differences that makes it difficult to compare them. |
Burning behaviour |
Capillary Rheometry according to ASTM D3835 / ISO 11443Measuring the rheological properties of polymeric materials at various temperatures and shear rates common to processing equipment. It covers measurement of melt viscosity, sensitivity, or stability of melt viscosity. |
Plastic characterization |
Carpet wear - changes in appearance according to ISO 23106 - ISO 23122Testing and evaluation of changes in appearance by means of Vetterman drum and hexapod tumbler tester. |
Floor & wallcovering |
Castor chair test according to ISO 4918Evaluation of the change of appearance and stability of a textile floor covering or any damage caused by detachment of layers, opening of joints, or crazing of a resilient or laminate floor covering under the movement of a castor chair. |
Floor & wallcovering |
Chemical Determination of Extractable Metal Content in Leather according to ISO 17072-1:2019Method for determining the amount of extractable metals in leather (such as chromium, lead, arsenic, cadmium, etc.). It measures the metals that can leach out under conditions simulating consumer exposure, such as perspiration or prolonged skin contact. |
Chemical lab |
Chemical Determination of Total Metal Content in Leather according to ISO 17072-2:2022Method for determining the total content of specific metals (such as chromium, lead, arsenic, cadmium, etc.) in leather. |
Chemical lab |
Chemical safety of textiles and plasticsWith the globalisation of the textile and plastics processing industry, it is becoming increasingly difficult and complex to control the production flow and to know exactly what products (chemicals) have been used. |
Chemical lab |
Colour fastness according to ISO 105 seriesColour fastness is an important demand and refers to the resistance of colour to fade or bleed of a dyed or printed textile materials to various types of influences including water, light, rubbing, washing, perspiration, etc. to which they are normally exposed during textile manufacturing and in daily use. |
Chemical lab |
Compression test of toys according to EN71-1 §8.8Any accessible area on the surface of a toy (for example a toy driver inside a toy truck) that is inaccessible to flat surface contact during the drop test shall be subjected to a compression test. |
Physical lab |
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.
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.
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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Manual "authenticity check of our certificates and reports"
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General terms and conditions
Please take the time to read our general terms and conditions of sale.
Specific Testing Conditions
Specific conditions concerning our testing reports
Certificate: designation as technical service
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.
Testing application form
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!
Complementary information
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Substances of Concern
REACH and POPs Regulations for a Healthy Population and Environment
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European legislation
Impact of European Regulations on your activities
Contacts
Davy Van Cauwenberghe