Comprehensive Protection & Performance Testing
With an extensive array of ISO and EN standards, we guarantee thorough testing of riot gear for colorfastness, heat and flame resistance, tear and tensile strength, and durability. This ensures your protective equipment performs reliably in the most challenging environments.
Laboratory Visits
We encourage clients to visit our laboratories to observe challenging tests firsthand. Helping you gain a better understanding of what is required and how to improve if necessary.
50 Years' Experience
With over five decades of expertise in testing riot protection gear and clothing, we bring exceptional experience and in-depth knowledge to ensure your products meet the highest standards of safety and performance in the most demanding environments.
Specifications We Test To
This is not a comprehensive list, reach out to our team to explore the full range of what we offer.
Violent & Aggressive Risks
- BS 7971-10 – Protective clothing and equipment for use in violent situations and in training.
Riot Protection - Test Methods
- ISO 105 B02 - Colour Fastness to Light
- ISO 105 C06 - Colour Fastness to Washing
- ISO 105 X12 - Colour Fastness to Rubbing
- ISO 105 E04 - Colour Fastness to Perspiration
- ISO 17493 - Heat Resistance
- ISO 15025 - Flame Spread
- ISO 6942 - Heat Transfer – Radiant
- EN 702 - Heat Transfer - Contact
- ISO 9151 - Heat Transfer – Flame
- EN 530 - Abrasion Resistance
- ISO 13934-1 - Tensile Strength
- ISO 13937-4 - Tear Strength
- ISO 13938-1 - Bursting Strength
- ISO 13935-1 - Seam Strength
- ISO 5077 / ISO 15797 - Domestic and Industrial Washing
- ISO 5077 - Dimensional Change
- ISO 11092 - Water Vapour Resistance (Ret)
This is not a comprehensive list, reach out to our team to explore the full range of what we offer.
Trusted by Industries That Prioritise Safety & ProtectionKey Sectors Benefiting from Our Testing Expertise
• Law Enforcement & Police Agencies
• Military & Defense
• Private Security Firms
• Correctional Facilities
• Firefighting & Emergency Response
• PPE Manufacturers
• Oil & Gas & Chemical Industries
• Event Management & Crowd Control
• Healthcare Security
Our range of UKAS accredited tests can be found here, together with tests which have recently been approved via our flexible scope.
Between our laboratory team and our technical customer services team, we can provide you with expert guidance throughout the entire testing process from application through to issuing of test report and we will offer continued support once testing is completed.
Please contact our customer service team today if you would like to find out more about any of the services we offer.
