It is the basis for accreditation from an accreditation body. Eurobitume is the voice of the European bitumen industry, promoting the efficient, effective and safe use of refined bitumen in road, industrial and building applications.įor more information about our bitumen and asphalt testing capabilities, contact the Inspectorate team in Antwerp. ISO/IEC 17025 is the global quality standard for testing and calibration laboratories.
Inspectorate became a member of Eurobitume at the start of 2017 to support the quality and HSEQ task forces. The first difference is all calibration standards & tools associated with the ISO-17025 calibration process are certified by ISO-17025 accredited metrology labs. Originally known as ISO/IEC Guide 25, ISO/IEC 17025 was.
“By heavily investing in new equipment in Amsterdam and rapidly achieving ISO 17025 accreditation for our bitumen and asphalt testing capabilities, Inspectorate is demonstrating our commitment to supporting customers in ARAH and reinforcing our position a technical leader in the industry,” said Dave Groen, General Manager, Inspectorate ARAH. ISO/IEC 17025 is the main international standard used by testing and calibration laboratories.
Inspectorate is engaging in a series of investments and developments in the ARAH (Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp, Hamburg) region to continue providing first-class support for our customers, recently adding a 3rd RON/MON Engine in our Amsterdam laboratory. “The ability to rely on the industries’ benchmark systems and resources from our established, state-of-the-art laboratory greatly helps to deliver high-quality services for our customers,” said Luc De Moor, Laboratory Manager, Inspectorate. In the second edition of ISO/IEC 17025, released in 2005, clauses were amended or added only when considered necessary in the light of ISO 9001:2000 Testing and calibration laboratories that comply with ISO/IEC 17025 will therefore also operate in accordance with ISO 9001. Senior technicians from our team in Antwerp led this project from concept to completion and are operating the bitumen testing facility, ensuring fast sample turnaround times and value-adding technical advice for customers. Now accredited to ISO 17025 for testing capabilities to EN 12591 and related standards, Inspectorate is applying the latest equipment and best-practice methods to ensuring the required conformity are achieved for buyer and seller. Facilities are regularly reassessed to ensure technical expertise is maintained. ANAB assessors evaluate the laboratory’s ability to produce precise, accurate test and calibration data. Strategically located in the centre of Antwerp Harbour, our 24/7 laboratory and inspection office has been providing support services for customers requiring independent testing results for bitumen and asphalt since July 2016. ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation can help move your organization toward global recognition, consistent operations, and a competitive advantage.