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The latest news and views from the team behind the Test & Research Centre. This is where you’ll find case studies, updates on our products, services, the work we’re doing and how our facility is being used, as well as news from the wider world of testing, certification and access.

Dangerous ladders prevented entry to the UK with T&R help
Possibly the most dangerous ladders in the UK? Test & Research Centre helps to block another shipment of dangerous ladders from hitting UK shelves, in

T&RGETMARK granted to Parrs for UK made Kick Step
First T&RGETMARK goes to Parrs for UK-made Kick Step Test & Research Centre is proud to announce the first access product to hold its T&RGETMARK

Testing Vs Certification?
Testing vs Certification? What is the difference between testing and Certification? Does it mean the same thing? Does it matter anyway? By the end of

What is the value in Certification?
The value of Certification The word ‘Certification’ is thrown around a lot, but it has a very specific meaning. Do you know what it tells

New investment in automated fatigue ladder testing equipment
New investment in automated fatigue ladder testing equipment The Test & Research Centre is announcing new investment into automated fatigue ladder testing equipment. It has

Mobile Tower standard EN 1004 is changing
The mobile tower standard, EN 1004, is changing The European mobile tower standard, EN 1004, is changing. The Test & Research Centre’s General Manager, John

T&R testing helps stop dangerous ladders at port
Test & Research Centre helps stop dangerous ladders at port When Suffolk Trading Standards Imports Team intercepted a suspicious shipment of ladders, they turned to