The world is full of technical testing standards. The ASTM alone publishes more than 12,000 each year! However, in some cases, you might find that you need a customized test approach that fits your specific needs. Here are 3 tips that will help you get faster results. … [Read more...]
The five types of product TESTING laboratories in China
A few months ago, I wrote a list of testing labs that has proven helpful to many importers. Today I want to give a bit of perspective on the different categories of laboratories. Let's start with the ones you have probably heard of. 1. The big third-party laboratories Who hasn't heard of Bureau Veritas, SGS, Intertek, or TUV Rheinland? Their consumer testing divisions tend to focus on big retailers and on the importers that sell to these retail chains. They are the best option in … [Read more...]