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The Professional Testing Laboratory Guide to ASTM Testing Standards

In industries from flooring to aerospace, ASTM testing standards are vital to ensuring product...

ASTM Standards For Rigid Flooring: ASTM F3261

There are no regulatory standards established by the government that apply to rigid core flooring....

ASTM D412 Tensile Tests For Flooring, Tapes, and More

ASTM International has established stringent tensile testing standards that manufacturers...

16 Flexible Cellular Material Tests For ASTM D3574

The ASTM D3574 standard – commonly referred to as the ASTM foam test – defines a series of tests...

Select a PJLA & NVLAP Accredited Lab For ANSI, ISO, & ASTM Tests

Accuracy, reliability, and standard compliance are paramount to effective materials testing....

What to Know About ASTM E119 Fire Resistance Rating Tests

ASTM E119 fire resistance testing is an essential National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and ...

Materials & Applications For ASTM B117 Salt Spray Testing

As an NVLAP and PJLA-accredited independent, third-party testing laboratory with over 325 years of...

How to Compare ASTM Testing Labs For Carpets, Textiles, and Flooring

Comparing ASTM testing labs can be a straightforward process with a checklist of traits to look for...

Purpose and Procedures of the ASTM E84 Steiner Tunnel Test

The Steiner tunnel test, as per ASTM E84, is a standardized fire test using a Steiner tunnel...