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A common question we receive from manufacturers is: “If I offer accessories with my product, what testing do these require?” The answer, perhaps frustratingly, is not always straightforward. Many of the older standards for respiratory
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If your product is available in multiple sizes, it is natural to ask: do I need to test every size? The answer is not always straightforward. In many cases, not every size will need to
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A question we are frequently asked is: “How many samples do I need to send for testing?” The answer depends on the type of testing you require and the applicable product standard. However, there are
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One of the most common questions we receive from manufacturers and product developers is: “How long will my testing take?” This is a perfectly understandable question. When you’re preparing a product for certification, regulatory approval
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EN 12942 specifies the requirements, testing, and marking for powered filtering respiratory protective devices (PAPR) incorporating full face masks, half masks or quarter masks (tight-fitting respiratory interfaces). The 2023 edition replaces EN 12942:1998 + A2:2008
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When people hear we are a laboratory, we often get asked, “Do you test on animals?”. The simple answer is no, we do not. Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE), including masks and filters, are tested using
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