UKTC achieves record growth in testing services

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Record year for fire resistance testing at UKTC

According to United Kingdom Testing & Certification (UKTC), the East Kilbride-based laboratory has completed a record-breaking year in 2024.

Over 450 fire resistance tests were conducted in their UKAS-accredited facility, maintaining a four-week turnaround time for final reports.

The laboratory has also seen its workforce nearly double.

Reflecting on the year’s success, Dan Fitzsimmons, Head of Testing at UKTC, said: “I’m very proud of what we have achieved here at UKTC over the last 12 months.

“Adding to our already extensive customer service portfolio, we have added new test methodologies and have kept up with our industry-leading report turnaround times.”

Expanding testing capabilities for 2025

UKTC is preparing for further growth in the upcoming year.

Plans are in place to expand its fire resistance and reaction-to-fire testing capabilities.

Fitzsimmons outlined the upcoming investments: “Looking to the future, we are expanding our Reaction to Fire capabilities by adding several pieces of equipment and technology to our already extensive portfolio of testing services.”

In addition to enhancing testing services, UKTC has launched a certification division.

This new department is led by Ian Laithwaite and Matthew Dale, who bring a combined four decades of industry expertise to the organisation.

Recognition through industry awards

UKTC received notable recognition in its first year as an Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) member.

The organisation was nominated for two awards, showcasing the contributions of staff members Nathan and Rob.

Fitzsimmons said: “Both Nathan and Rob are a credit to this business and help us drive the business forward.”

These achievements reflect the company’s continued focus on delivering high-quality services to its clients across the UK, from fire resistance to reaction-to-fire testing.

Supporting UK manufacturers of passive fire products

UKTC provides accredited testing and certification services for passive fire product manufacturers in the UK.

The organisation’s expertise supports compliance with industry standards while helping manufacturers improve product safety and performance.

For more details, visit their website at www.uktestcert.com.

UKTC achieves record growth in testing services: Summary

United Kingdom Testing & Certification (UKTC), based in East Kilbride, has reported record-breaking achievements in 2024.

The laboratory conducted over 450 fire resistance tests with an industry-leading four-week report turnaround time.

Workforce numbers nearly doubled, and the company was recognised with two nominations in its first year as an ASFP member.

Plans for 2025 include expanding fire testing capabilities and launching a certification division led by experts Ian Laithwaite and Matthew Dale.

UKTC continues to provide accredited testing services to UK passive fire product manufacturers.

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