Hari Shankar Singhania Elastomer and Tyre Research Institute (HASETRI) becomes an accredited Proficiency Testing Provider (PTP) for rolling resistance tests by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL).
The certification is awarded according to ISO 17043:2010 standards for the testing of three key categories, C1 (passenger car tyres), C2 (light truck tyres) and C3 (heavy truck tyres). The recognition is based on the evaluations of various parameters under the chemical and mechanical sub-disciplines at HASETRI.
The certification is valid from November 30th, 2023, to November 29th, 2025. Dr. Raghupati Singhania, President of HASETRI, said, "The recognition is a strong reflection of our laboratory and our team’s commitment towards developing world-class standards in areas of overall personnel competency and allows for peer group comparisons of test results."
The accreditation services for Proficiency Testing Providers (PTP) are awarded in a range of disciplines, including testing, calibration, Medical and inspection. The process involves a formal recognition of technical proficiency for specific tests or measurements, with evaluations conducted by external parties in adherence to international standards. It is one of the evaluation tools for National Accreditation Bodies to judge the competence of the laboratory under accreditation.