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 |
|---|---|
Tension test according to EN71-1 §8.4Pulling is awesome! A child up to 3 years old can exert a pulling force of 90 Newtons or 9 pounds. If the toy can sustain that for 10 seconds, it is safe. |
Physical lab |
Textile floor covering soiling test according to ISO 11378-2:2001The test assesses how easily textile floor coverings get soiled under controlled lab conditions |
Floor & wallcovering |
Thermo-physiological Comfort according to ISO EN 11092 and ISO EN 15831Centexbel determines the thermal insulation (expressed in Rct) and water vapour permeability (Ret), as well as the moisture management of fabrics and garments. |
Physical lab |
Thermogravimetric Analysis according to ISO 11358-1TGA is an analytical method that measures the changes in weight of a test sample during a heating process. |
Plastic characterization |
Thickness of plastic sheeting according to EN71-1 §8.25.1This test is designed to address the dangers associated with thin flexible plastic sheeting. |
Physical lab |
Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) of textilesThe Solar Light’s Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) Analyzer, SPF-290AS, allows us to determine the UPF values of sun protecting fabrics and clothing. |
Physical lab |
Universal testerThe universal tester is used to determine the tensile stress diagram, the bending modulus and compression force of plastic samples |
Plastic characterization |
Useful carpet thickness according to ISO 1766Test method to determine the thickness of the pile above the substrate of a textile floor covering. |
Floor & wallcovering |
Useful mass (volume) according to ISO 8543Test method to determine the total mass per unit area, total pile mass per unit area, and mass of pile per unit area above the substrate, and for the calculation of measured surface pile density and measured pile fibre volume ratio, of textile floor coverings. |
Floor & wallcovering |
Viral Filtration Efficiency (VFE) of surgical masks according to EN14683 / ASTM F2101Filtration efficiency of different types of masks in relation to very small biological structures, i.e. viruses. |
Microbiology |
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.
Check our manual below!
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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