What do we test?
As an accredited and notified test laboratory (NB 0534), we are allowed to perform all necessary tests for the awarding of CE marking for textile, resilient and laminate floor coverings according to EN 14041, and partly for parquet and wood floors according to EN 14342.
We are your experts in all areas of flooring technology. The following tests are particularly important:
- Tests for CE marking
- We check the fire behaviour of floor coverings in line with the following standards: EN ISO 9239-1, EN ISO 11925-2 and classification of burning behaviour based on EN 13501-1.
- Various test standards and regulations are in place concerning the anti-slip properties of floorings sold in Europe. We offer:
- - Dynamic coefficient of friction testing for textile, resilient and laminate floorings according to EN 13893, EN 16165 and ÖNORM Z 1261.
- - The “ramp-test” (R-classes) according to DIN 51130 and EN 16165
- Testing of construction characteristics
- Use classification and additional characteristics such as castor chair, staircase and underfloor heating suitability.
- Tests and assessments according to product standards EN 1307, EN ISO 10581, EN ISO 10582 and many more.
- Checking the electrical and antistatic behaviour
- Odour, emissions and pollutants
For full details of our emissions tests, please click here.
In addition, we offer
- Tests in the context of the complaint processing and for preserving evidence.
- On-site testing and evaluation of the dynamic coefficient of friction
What are the advantages of doing your flooring technology tests with OETI?
- Our quality guarantee: We are an accredited testing laboratory and certification body under EN ISO/IEC 17025 and EN ISO/IEC 17065 standards. On EU level, we are a Notified Body (NB 0534).
- EU-wide recognition: EU regulations (Regulation of Construction Products 305/2011) require that construction products' reaction to fire performance is tested and classified by a notified body (NB). OETI is such a notified body.
- Thanks to our market expertise, we are ideally positioned to guide flooring producers through the challenges of the European flooring market.
- We help you to interpret technical test reports so that they can be used as marketing instruments
- With our testing and certification services, we support our customers in developing new products, improving existing products and consequently increasing our customers‘ competitiveness – nationally and internationally.
- We guarantee reliable, high-quality consulting and testing services geared towards the latest standards on the market.
- With OETI, you create the basis for the successful national and international marketing of your products.
Who are our tests suitable for?
- Producers of floor coverings
- Importers of floor coverings
- Retailers in floor coverings
OETI is a professional testing laboratory with outstanding expertise in carpet testing. We use this know-how to develop new products and improve the performance of existing products.
We have been working with OETI for over 30 years. The competence of the OETI Vienna staff is decisive for us when it comes to developing and implementing testing concepts aimed at investigating the causes of defects and damage that have occurred.
Complete satisfaction with OETI for over 15 years: we appreciate the extraordinary know-how, the quick, uncomplicated communication with the entire OETI team and the constant willingness to support us in technical matters.
The use of pollutant-free products and building materials is very important, mainly because the issue of allergens is becoming increasingly crucial for the end user. The CLEANAIR indoor air certification provides general contractors with an additional quality check.
For decades, OETI has certified our curtains and upholstery fabrics according to their flame retardancy and other technical properties. We are delighted with the customer orientation and the service speed.
OETI has been very helpful throughout the whole certification process and has supported us at all levels with the various challenges we faced. We can ask them any questions at any time.