CASE STUDY
Euro Towers - BS 1139 Part 6 Compliance
The Test & Research Centre is a UK-based Certification Body, Test Laboratory and Training Facility that specialises in access equipment.
02/10/25
CASE STUDY
The Test & Research Centre is a UK-based Certification Body, Test Laboratory and Training Facility that specialises in access equipment.
02/10/25
Euro Towers Ltd, based in Northampton, UK, is a leading manufacturer of aluminium access equipment, including mobile scaffold towers, podiums, and low-level units. With over 30 years of industry experience, the company prides itself on delivering high quality, innovative solutions for working at height, catering to both domestic and industrial markets.
Their product range encompasses standard offerings like the 3T Ladder Frame, AGR, and 232 Towers, as well as bespoke access solutions tailored to specific customer requirements. Euro Towers operates under an approved quality control system ISO 9001:2015, ensuring consistent product excellence. Their commitment to safety and compliance is further demonstrated by their adherence to relevant British and European standards, including BS EN 1004 for mobile access towers and BS 8620 for podiums.
In an industry where safety and compliance are paramount, Euro Towers recognised the need to validate their BS 1139 Part 6 range of products through independent certification. This standard covers prefabricated tower scaffolds outside the scope of BS EN 1004, covering more complex structures like cantilever towers. Achieving certification would not only affirm the safety and reliability of their products but also provide customers with the assurance that these structures meet stringent industry standards.
However, navigating the certification process posed challenges. Euro Towers had previously engaged with other testing bodies but found that a lack of industry-specific knowledge often led to misinterpretations of standards and prolonged certification timelines. They needed a partner who not only understood the technical requirements but also possessed a deep insight into the access equipment industry.
Euro Towers turned to the Test & Research Centre (T&R). By collaborating with T&R, Euro Towers sought to certify their BS 1139 Part 6 range, ensuring that these products met all necessary safety and performance criteria. T&R’s comprehensive understanding of the industry and commitment to rigorous testing protocols made them an ideal partner for this project..
Through detailed testing and evaluation, T&R certified Euro Towers’ BS 1139 Part 6 range, affirming their compliance with the standard. This certification has had a significant impact on Euro Towers’ operations and market presence.
Firstly, it has streamlined the sales process. With certified products, Euro Towers can confidently present their offerings to customers, providing clear documentation and assembly guides that align with recognised standards. This clarity simplifies purchasing decisions for clients, as they can trust in the safety and reliability of the products without requiring additional validations.
Secondly, the certification has enhanced customer confidence. Clients now have the assurance that Euro Towers’ products have undergone rigorous independent testing, reinforcing the company’s reputation for quality and safety. This trust is particularly crucial when dealing with complex structures like cantilever towers, where safety is of utmost concern.
Additionally, the partnership with T&R has proven to be efficient and informative. It has not only expedited certification timelines but also provided valuable insights into compliance requirements and best practices.
Building on this successful collaboration, Euro Towers plans to continue working with T&R for future certifications and product validations. They recognise the importance of ongoing compliance in an industry where standards and regulations evolve.
By maintaining this partnership, Euro Towers aims to stay ahead of industry developments, ensuring their products consistently meet the highest safety and performance standards in the access equipment sector.
“I highly recommend T&R for their efficiency, expert guidance, and excellent service quality. Their deep industry understanding makes certification straightforward and provides clear value to our business.”
Chris Bowman, Design Manager, Euro Towers
The Test & Research Centre is a UK-based Certification Body, Test Laboratory and Training Facility that specialises in access equipment.
We provide ladder and mobile access tower testing and certification services for manufacturers, importers and regulators, to check that products conform with current British and European Standards.
We work with, and are supported by, the Ladder Association and PASMA (Prefabricated Access Suppliers’ and Manufacturers’ Association), the leading not-for-profit industry bodies in their sectors. We also work closely with the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) and Trading Standards teams across the UK to offer advice, support and market surveillance testing on consumer access equipment.
The Test & Research Centre was founded to help make access products and their users safer.
If you are a manufacturer, supplier or importer of non-powered access products and you are looking to have a product tested or Certified, please get in touch to discuss how the Test & Research Centre can help.
34 Regal Drive, Soham, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5BE.
A UK-based Certification Body, Test Laboratory and training facility that specialises in access equipment.
