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26. 03. 2018

Tensile test of free coating films

Results of a study on the method for the determination of the tensile properties of free coating films, useful to assess the coatings for exterior wood.

in: Technical news

24. 04. 2018

IOS-MAT surface resistance tests: FAQs

We thought of doing a useful thing, by making a list of the most frequently asked questions on surface resistance tests according to IOS-MAT specifications, and of the relative answers.

in: Technical news

24. 04. 2018

A good 2017 is the basis for a further growth in 2018

The reaction to the huge fire of end 2016 made us record a very positive 2017, in terms of turnover, number of tests and side activities. Our 2018 starts under the best auspices.

in: Technical news

23. 03. 2018

The hardness of coated furniture surfaces.

How to assess the surface hardness of a paint film: the point on the standardization work in progress.

in: Technical news

26. 03. 2018

Let’s shed light on CE marking of electrified furniture.

The main points from a recent seminar on the CE marking of electrified furniture.

in: Technical news

23. 03. 2018

New uses of wood.

From the research world, innovative processes of working and use of wood.

in: Technical news

23. 03. 2018

Novità in tema di emissioni in atmosfera.

Aggiornamenti in ambito normativo per gli stabilimenti che producono emissioni in atmsfera.

in: Technical news

23. 03. 2018

Novità in tema di gestione dei rifiuti.

MUD e SISTRI: le principali novità previste per l'anno 2018 in tema di gestione dei rifiuti.

in: Technical news

21. 02. 2018

CATAS 4.0

The furniture testing lab embraces the Industry 4.0.

in: Technical news

15. 01. 2018

Test reports and counterfeiting

Are the CATAS digital test reports legally valid? And how is it possible to understand if they have been counterfeited?

in: Technical news

15. 01. 2018

A quick and accurate study of the material composition

TGA or thermogravimetry: how it works and its benefits in the quality control of materials.

in: Technical news

22. 12. 2017

Renewal of the notification for CE marking on building products

Catas has recently obtained the renewal of the designation as notified body for the evaluation and verification of the building products according to the EU Regulation no 305/2011.