Glow Wire

Inscription

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The E-mail Subject MUST contain the name of the PEP + Company name (Example: Glow Wire - Company)
After sending, wait for contact from our company via E-mail.
*If more than one company is participating, each of them will have to have an individual application.

If you have any difficulties, please contact us and we will help you in the best way possible and ensure that your registration is successful!

Description

The Proficiency Testing Program (PTP) Glow-Wire Test aims to determine the Glow-Wire Flammability Index (GWFI) of the sample. GWFI is defined as the highest temperature at which the material (all three specimens) does not ignite during the test procedure, or, if ignition occurs, the flame extinguishes within 30 seconds after the removal of the heated wire, and the test specimen is not completely consumed.

Participants shall test the sample (polymer) in accordance with the ABNT NBR IEC 60695-2-12 standard, specifically the fire hazard testing procedures described in Part 2-12: Incandescent/Heated Wire Test Methods. The participants must identify the GWFI, which is expected to range between 650°C and 960°C.

Objective

The main objective of the proficiency testing program is to assess the laboratories' capability in performing this test, ensuring the reliability and consistency of the results. Participation allows for the identification of possible deviations, validation of methodologies, improvement of processes, and demonstration of compliance with technical and regulatory requirements. Eligible to participate are accredited laboratories, those in the accreditation process, or those seeking to evaluate their performance in this test.

Evaluation Method

In this program, the following model will be used: Z'-Score.

Reason: Primarily used in proficiency testing for assays and sampling when there is no accredited and widely recognized assigned value. In this case, the assigned value is determined by the consensus of the participating accredited laboratories. It is preferred over the Z-Score whenever possible and is mandatory when the uncertainty of the assigned value exceeds 1/3 of the round’s robust standard deviation.

Premise: Based on ISO 13528 guidelines.

Commitment Term

Qualabor’s activities as a proficiency testing provider are carried out with impartiality, and are structured and managed to ensure this characteristic. Qualabor guarantees that the identity of the participants in each program is kept confidential and is only known to those directly involved in its operation. It will only be made public if the participant waives confidentiality. Qualabor also ensures that all information provided by participants will be treated as confidential.

Furthermore, Qualabor guarantees that no commercial, financial, or other pressures will compromise the provider's impartiality. This is ensured through the “Acknowledgment and Agreement Term” signed by Qualabor personnel who are involved in activities that affect the quality of the proficiency testing program.

Schedule

*This schedule can be modified before the round confirmation for Qualabor, client or regulatory bodies necessity.

Investment

Investment*: 1190 USD/EUR per registration.

Payment Method: By bank transfer.

For more information:
E-mail: contato@qualabor.com.br
Phone: +55 (41) 4106-8010
WhatsApp: +55 (41) 99799-1298

Accreditation

Qualabor is accredited as a provider of proficiency testing (Certificate Number: AP-2654, ANSI National Accreditation Board - USA) under the ISO/IEC 17043 standard for this program.

Reference Standards

Qualabor's QMS is implemented and effectively maintained according ISO/IEC 17043.

EPTIS

EPTIS helps you find a suitable proficiency testing (PT) scheme for your laboratory (a PT scheme is a coherent series of single rounds). For a large number of schemes we have produced data sheets and collected them in the EPTIS database. What is not included in the database is topical information on next PT rounds. When is the next round, and what is the matrix material this time? This information is too dynamic as to be included in the database. But you can find such details for a selection of schemes in our PT calendar.

At present, a listing on the database is only open to PT providers from countries that are covered by our so-called coordinators. They check the plausibility of the data sheet submissions and decide on their publication. They speak the language and are ideally familiar with local PT providers and cultural peculiarities. This helps to safeguard a reasonable level of database quality. There is no cost for PT providers who follow this basic mechanism.

Source: EPTIS

Qualabor register every finished PTs on EPTIS (European Proficiency Testing Information System) database, informing its technical characteristics to anyone who shows interest.

To access this PT’s registration, click in the link below:

https://www.eptis.bam.de/eptis/WebSearch/view/452407

• Send the complaint or appeal to the email pep@qualabor.com.br.

• Qualabor will notify the participant once the message is received.

• Qualabor will assess the complaint/appeal and, if necessary, will implement corrections or corrective actions, communicating the outcome to the participant.

• The participant can monitor the progress or request additional information at any time.

• The participant may challenge the decision if they find it unsatisfactory.

• If an accrediting or regulatory authority requires information related to the programs (such as participant lists or results), the data will be provided, and all affected participants will be notified in writing.