Litigation / Forensics testing labs

ISO/IEC 17025 accredited by UKAS (No. 4266) testing laboratory (accreditation status: active). Located at Abu Dhabi, AE.

ACS Asbestos Measurement & Testing Ltd is a specialist asbestos testing and surveying company operating as part of the ACS Risk Group of Companies, which has been delivering health, safety, and environmental services from Glasgow, Scotland since 1978. With nearly five decades of continuous operation, ACS is among the founding pioneers of professional asbestos risk management in the United Kingdom, having been one of the first organisations in the country to receive accreditation from the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) for asbestos testing and surveying. The company serves a broad client base spanning commercial property owners, housing associations, local authorities, contractors, and insurers across Scotland and the wider UK. At the core of ACS's offering is a comprehensive suite of asbestos measurement and testing services governed by UKAS accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025, the internationally recognised standard for testing and calibration laboratory competence. All analytical work is conducted in strict accordance with HSE Document HSG248, Asbestos: The Analysts' Guide, which sets out the definitive technical requirements for sampling, fibre counting, analysis, and clearance procedures in the UK. ACS analysts are enrolled in the RICE (Reference Inspection of Collected Elements) and AIMS (Asbestos in Materials Scheme) proficiency schemes, providing independent external verification of analytical accuracy and consistency across the organisation. ACS conducts four distinct types of asbestos surveys aligned with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012): Management Surveys, which locate and assess the condition of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in occupied premises; Refurbishment Surveys, undertaken before renovation works to identify all ACMs in affected areas; Demolition Surveys, providing a complete and intrusive census of ACMs prior to building demolition; and Re-Inspection Surveys, reassessing previously identified ACMs over time to check for deterioration or damage. Each survey type produces a detailed asbestos register and risk assessment report, enabling duty-holders to implement appropriate management and remediation actions in full compliance with CAR 2012. Asbestos air monitoring and four-stage clearance certification represent a critical technical specialty for ACS. The company undertakes background and personal air sampling using membrane filter techniques and phase-contrast optical microscopy (PCOM) fibre counting, following the WHO and RICE counting methodology. During and after licensed asbestos removal, ACS provides the independent analytical clearance testing required at Stage 3 of the four-stage clearance procedure, verifying that airborne fibre concentrations have fallen below the clearance indicator of 0.01 fibres per cubic centimetre (f/cm³) before an enclosure is reoccupied. This independent testing role is legally mandated under CAR 2012 Regulations 20 and 21, and ACS's UKAS ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation fulfils this statutory requirement. Beyond air monitoring, ACS undertakes bulk asbestos material sampling and analysis, characterising fibre type and quantifying asbestos content in suspect building materials, including all six regulated fibre types: chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite, tremolite, actinolite, and anthophyllite. The company also offers full asbestos project management services, encompassing the interpretation of survey findings, scoping and tendering of removal contracts, on-site supervision, and final clearance testing. This end-to-end capability allows clients to engage ACS as a single point of accountability for an entire asbestos remediation programme, from initial identification through to confirmed safe reoccupation. ACS has developed a nationally recognised Expert Witness and Legal Services practice led by its CEO, Professor Roger Willey, who has provided expert witness opinion in more than 500 asbestos-related illness and death legal cases. This capability positions ACS as a credible technical authority in litigation involving asbestosis, mesothelioma, pleural plaques, and related occupational diseases. The company's expert witness reports and courtroom testimony are used by claimants, defendants, and insurers alike, underpinning its reputation for analytical rigour and objectivity in high-stakes legal proceedings throughout the UK. Complementing its measurement and testing work, ACS holds UKATA (UK Asbestos Training Association) approved status and delivers a comprehensive programme of face-to-face and online asbestos training courses — including asbestos awareness, non-licensed work, licensed operative categories, and duty-to-manage — from its dedicated ACS Training Suite in Glasgow. For over 30 years the company has provided specialist services to the social housing sector in Scotland in partnership with EVH (Employers in Voluntary Housing), and also delivers contaminated land assessments, fire risk assessments compliant with BSI PAS 79, and broader health and safety management systems. Shortlisted in two categories for the ASCP UK Safety and Compliance Awards, ACS is a credentialed, multi-disciplinary environmental and safety services partner for any organisation requiring rigorous asbestos measurement, regulatory compliance, and authoritative technical support.

Airborne Environmental Consultants (AEC) is a specialist UK-based consultancy and testing laboratory providing expert services in asbestos surveying and analysis, Legionella and water hygiene control, occupational hygiene, fire safety, and health and safety training. Trusted by thousands of organisations across the United Kingdom and internationally, AEC operates under the guiding principle of advancing today for a safer tomorrow. The company serves a broad spectrum of clients in the built environment — including building owners, facilities managers, property developers, housing associations, local authorities, and industrial operators — helping them meet their legal obligations under UK health and safety legislation, including the Control of Asbestos Regulations and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations. AEC's asbestos division is one of its core service lines, encompassing asbestos management surveys, refurbishment and demolition surveys, asbestos bulk material identification, and asbestos air monitoring and clearance testing. The laboratory is UKAS accredited to BS EN ISO/IEC 17025 for both asbestos bulk identification and asbestos air monitoring and clearance procedures, conducted in accordance with HSE guidance document HSG248. Bulk samples are analysed by dispersion staining and polarised light microscopy (PLM), the industry-standard techniques for identifying asbestos fibre types including chrysotile (white asbestos), amosite (brown asbestos), crocidolite (blue asbestos), and other regulated mineral fibres. For surveying and sampling activities, AEC holds a separate UKAS accreditation to ISO/IEC 17020 (Type C inspection body, award No. 0232). AEC also participates in the Asbestos in Materials Scheme (AIMS) and the Regular Interlaboratory Counting Exchange (RICE) proficiency testing programmes, which independently verify the quality and accuracy of analytical results on an ongoing basis. The company surveys more than 14,500 properties annually and has provided guidance to UK retailers and consumers regarding asbestos found in play sand and craft sand products. Water hygiene and Legionella risk management form another significant service area at AEC. The team delivers Legionella risk assessments, water sampling, monitoring programmes, and remediation support in accordance with the Approved Code of Practice L8 and the Health and Safety Executive's HSG274 guidance series. AEC is a member of the Legionella Control Association (LCA) and operates under the LCA Code of Conduct, which provides additional assurance to clients that services are delivered to the highest professional standards. All client reports are accessible around the clock through the company's digital client portal, powered by Alpha Tracker software, enabling organisations to view water risk data centrally, track compliance schedules, manage risk items, and download building plans and inspection photographs. AEC's occupational hygiene consultancy supports employers in systematically measuring and controlling workplace exposure to hazardous substances and physical agents. Workplace exposure monitoring services cover airborne contaminants including dusts, chemical fumes, and solvent vapours, as well as physical hazards such as noise and hand-arm or whole-body vibration. These assessments are conducted to demonstrate compliance with the COSHH Regulations and applicable Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs). AEC also provides quantitative face fit testing for respiratory protective equipment (RPE), using recognised quantitative methods to accurately measure the effectiveness of face masks and respirators, ensuring that workers handling asbestos, chemical agents, or other airborne hazards are genuinely protected. Full COSHH assessments and air quality consultancy form additional components of this service line. The company extends its health and safety expertise into fire safety compliance, holding BAFE accreditation to the SP205 scheme. AEC's fire safety consultants conduct fire risk assessments across residential, commercial, and industrial premises, develop fire safety strategies, and provide fire safety training tailored to specific building types and occupant needs. Additionally, AEC offers expert witness services for both civil and criminal legal proceedings. Qualified AEC experts are available to undertake incident investigations, produce detailed written technical reports, interpret applicable regulations and guidance documents, provide media commentary, and attend court hearings to give formal testimony. AEC is widely recognised as a leading provider of health, safety, and environmental training in the United Kingdom. The company's purpose-built practical training facilities are described as the most advanced of their kind in the UK and the training division delivers more than 3,000 delegate places each year. Courses span accredited classroom-based open programmes, virtual learning, and bespoke in-company group training. AEC is an approved training provider for both the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS) and the Independent Asbestos Training Providers (IATP) association, covering programmes ranging from asbestos awareness and licensed contractor training through to occupational hygiene fundamentals. AEC's quality and accreditation framework is broad and independently verified. In addition to its UKAS laboratory and inspection body accreditations, the company operates certified management systems covering quality (ISO 9001), environmental management (ISO 14001), and occupational health and safety (ISO 45001). It holds CHAS Advanced contractor assessment credentials and JOSCAR registration, the latter demonstrating approved supplier status for the UK defence industry. Safe Contractor accreditation from Alcumus — a SSIP member scheme — further validates AEC's health and safety performance, while Cyber Essentials certification reflects its commitment to information security. With operational bases serving Essex and Manchester and a national reach across the United Kingdom, AEC combines rigorous analytical capability, extensive regulatory expertise, and digital data management tools to act as a comprehensive and credible testing, inspection, and consultancy partner for organisations managing built environment hazards.

AlphaBiolabs is the United Kingdom's leading independent testing laboratory, specialising in DNA, drug, alcohol, and health testing for private individuals, the legal sector, and employers. Established over two decades ago, the company has built a recognised reputation as the UK's No.1 testing authority, combining advanced analytical capabilities with unmatched nationwide accessibility. All samples are processed at the company's own state-of-the-art laboratory based in the United Kingdom, ensuring rapid turnaround times and rigorous quality control without outsourcing to overseas facilities. The organisation serves a broad base of clients ranging from members of the public seeking personal peace of mind to solicitors, social workers, local authorities, and corporate HR departments requiring legally defensible results. DNA testing forms one of the core pillars of AlphaBiolabs' analytical offering. Services include paternity testing, prenatal non-invasive paternity testing, immigration DNA testing for visa and residency applications, and a wider range of biological relationship tests. All DNA analyses are conducted using validated molecular biology methods at the company's dedicated UK laboratory. For legal proceedings, AlphaBiolabs is approved by the Ministry of Justice to perform parentage tests, and its DNA testing outputs meet the evidentiary requirements of UK courts, family law professionals, and government immigration authorities. Results are produced with a focus on accuracy, chain of custody compliance, and rapid reporting. Drug testing represents another major analytical competency, with AlphaBiolabs providing comprehensive toxicology services for private individuals, employers, legal professionals, and social services. The laboratory analyses a wide range of biological matrices including urine, oral fluid (saliva), hair, and nail samples. Hair and nail testing is particularly valued for its extended retrospective detection window, enabling analysis of substance use over weeks or months rather than days. The laboratory's drug panels cover a broad spectrum of controlled substances and their metabolites, including opioids, cannabinoids, cocaine and its metabolites, amphetamines, benzodiazepines, and alcohol-related biomarkers, using analytical methods validated for both screening and confirmation purposes. Alcohol testing at AlphaBiolabs spans multiple methodologies suited to different evidential and clinical contexts. In addition to conventional breathalyser and urine alcohol analysis, the laboratory offers advanced biomarker testing from hair and nail samples, including ethyl glucuronide (EtG), ethyl sulphate (EtS), and fatty acid ethyl esters (FAEEs), providing objective evidence of longer-term alcohol consumption patterns. AlphaBiolabs is also the exclusive UK provider of SCRAM Continuous Alcohol Monitoring® — a transdermal ankle bracelet system that provides near-real-time alcohol surveillance — widely used in court-mandated monitoring and rehabilitation programmes. Blood-based alcohol testing is also offered, rounding out a complete alcohol testing portfolio. AlphaBiolabs holds an extensive portfolio of accreditations that underpin the legal and scientific credibility of its results. The laboratory is accredited by UKAS to ISO/IEC 17025, the internationally recognised standard for testing laboratory competence, and additionally holds UKAS 9001 quality management system certification. The company also holds Lab 51 accreditation and Ministry of Justice approval for parentage DNA testing. These credentials ensure that results are accepted by UK family courts, criminal courts, social services, and government bodies. All legally instructed testing is conducted under strict chain of custody protocols, from sample collection through laboratory analysis to final reporting, to ensure the integrity and admissibility of evidence. Sample collection capability is a distinctive differentiator for AlphaBiolabs. The company maintains a UK-wide network of professionally trained sample collectors available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, who attend clients at homes, offices, or other agreed locations. Collectors are trained to handle a comprehensive range of specimen types including buccal (cheek cell) swabs for DNA, urine, hair, fingernails, oral fluid, blood, and breath samples. AlphaBiolabs is the only UK laboratory operating its own nationwide network of walk-in collection centres, with 21 locations across the UK and Ireland, offering free sample collection for legally instructed tests — a service unique within the UK testing sector. For the workplace, AlphaBiolabs delivers fully accredited and bespoke drug, alcohol, and health testing solutions tailored to businesses of all sizes and industry sectors. Services include pre-employment screening, random and for-cause drug and alcohol testing, post-incident testing, and occupational health panels. The laboratory also operates a partnership programme for organisations such as occupational health providers, GP practices, solicitors, and charities that require a trusted laboratory partner. Rated 'Excellent' on Trustpilot and the recipient of multiple industry awards, AlphaBiolabs combines rigorous analytical science with client-centred service delivery, making it a highly credible and comprehensive testing partner for both routine and complex forensic and health testing requirements across the UK.

APM Testing

Ithaca, NY· 8:47 AM

APM Testing, formally known as Advanced Plastic & Material Testing, Inc., is an independent, third-party materials testing laboratory headquartered in Ithaca, New York, USA. Founded in 1983, the laboratory has built more than four decades of expertise in characterizing and certifying a broad spectrum of engineering materials. APM Testing serves manufacturers, engineers, quality managers, and research teams across North America who need reliable, accredited data on the physical, mechanical, chemical, thermal, electrical, and environmental performance of their materials and components. The laboratory's testing scope covers virtually every major category of engineering material: metals and platings, plastics and polymers, rubbers and foams, paints and coatings, composites and laminates, circuit boards and electronic assemblies, oils, adhesives, and other specialty materials. For each material type, APM Testing offers a tailored combination of analyses — including chemical analysis, mechanical testing, thermal characterization, electrical evaluation, material identification, and regulatory specification certification. This breadth makes the laboratory a single-source testing partner for companies that work with multiple material classes or require cross-material performance comparisons. Mechanical testing is a core competency at APM Testing. The laboratory performs tensile, elongation, flexural, compressive, shear, and impact strength testing, as well as fatigue analysis and hardness evaluation. Physical properties routinely measured include density, abrasion resistance, adhesion, dimensional stability, color (via colorimetric instrumentation), and gloss. Metallographic examination — including cross-sectioning, grain structure analysis, and microstructural evaluation — is available for metal alloys and plated parts. For circuit boards, APM Testing conducts cross-sectional analysis, solderability evaluation, and plating thickness measurement to IPC standards. Chemical characterization at APM Testing spans quantitative elemental analysis of metal alloys and platings, polymer identification, filler and ash content determination, viscosity measurement, corrosion resistance testing, and chemical resistance evaluation. Thermal testing capabilities include melting point determination, glass transition temperature (Tg), coefficient of thermal expansion, heat aging resistance, melt flow rate, heat deflection temperature, and Vicat softening point — critical qualification parameters for plastics, rubbers, and composites. Electrical property testing encompasses surface and volume resistivity, dielectric strength, dielectric constant, dissipation factor, and conductivity, supporting qualification of insulating and semi-conductive materials. APM Testing provides environmental exposure and durability testing using controlled environmental chambers. Capabilities include temperature and humidity cycling, ultraviolet (UV) weathering, salt spray (corrosion) testing, and thermal cycling — all essential for validating material performance under realistic service conditions. Flammability testing is conducted in accordance with FMVSS, UL, and ASTM standards, supporting regulatory compliance for automotive interiors, electrical enclosures, and consumer products. Failure analysis services allow APM Testing to investigate field failures, determine root causes, and deliver expert technical reports suitable for quality engineering reviews and, where required, litigation support. APM Testing's client base spans a wide range of end-use sectors. Automotive manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers rely on the laboratory for material certification, performance validation, and FMVSS compliance testing of plastics, rubbers, coatings, and metals. Aerospace clients working to Pratt & Whitney and Airbus material specifications depend on APM Testing's approved-supplier status for conformance testing of structural and non-structural materials. Railway and municipal infrastructure clients use the laboratory for mechanical and chemical testing of materials such as cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) used in municipal rehabilitation projects. Research and development teams — particularly those developing 3D-printed materials and advanced polymer formulations — partner with APM Testing for iterative characterization. Consumer products companies engage the lab for independent third-party verification of raw materials and finished goods, including competitive benchmarking. APM Testing holds A2LA (American Association for Laboratory Accreditation) accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 across both mechanical and chemical scopes of testing, confirming that the laboratory meets international requirements for technical competence and measurement traceability. Beyond ISO 17025, APM Testing holds approved-supplier status with Pratt & Whitney (PWA) under 56 test codes covering tensile, hardness, impact, metallographic, salt spray, and multi-material analysis disciplines, as well as Airbus approval under specification A2ERD-GEN-018 encompassing instrumental chemical analysis, mechanical testing of composites and adhesives, physical and rheological properties, thermal analysis, and paint evaluation. The laboratory is additionally an approved Bombardier supplier. Testing is performed to ASTM, ISO, AMS, PWA, IPC, FMVSS, and UL specifications as applicable. Located at 42 Dutch Mill Road in Ithaca, New York, APM Testing occupies a dedicated facility staffed by experienced scientists whose collective management experience exceeds 45 years in materials characterization. The laboratory emphasizes rapid turnaround, flexibility for custom and non-standard test programs, and the production of high-quality, technically defensible test reports. Prospective clients can reach APM Testing by phone at (607) 257-8378 or by email at quality@apmtesting.com to discuss project requirements, request quotes, or arrange sample submission.

Applied Technical Services, LLC (ATS) is a leading testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) provider serving over 15 industries with more than 2,000 unique services. Founded in 1967 and recently acquired by SGS—the world's largest TIC company—ATS combines deep technical expertise with a trusted reputation for delivering accurate, reliable results across multiple testing and engineering disciplines. The company operates 60+ locations across the United States and employs approximately 1,300 professionals, making it one of the most accessible and geographically dispersed testing laboratories in North America. ATS specializes in comprehensive materials and mechanical testing, including tensile testing, hardness and impact analysis, fatigue testing, and precision calibration. Their chemical and composition analysis capabilities encompass polymer identification via FT-IR and DSC, metals analysis using ICP and XRF, RoHS and heavy-metals testing, volatile organic compound (VOC) analysis, and advanced techniques such as SEM/EDS and XRD. The laboratory excels in nondestructive testing (NDT), offering radiography, liquid penetrant inspection, magnetic particle inspection, and ultrasonic testing, with certified NDT personnel trained across radiography (RT), penetrant (PT), magnetic particle (MT), eddy current (ET), ultrasonic (UT), visual (VT), infrared (IR), and leak testing (LT) methods. The laboratory serves a diverse range of industries including aerospace, automotive, chemical and petrochemical, construction, consumer products, defense, energy and power generation, healthcare and medical devices, insurance and legal (forensic investigations), manufacturing, and oil and gas. For consumer products, ATS is CPSC-approved and conducts lead, heavy metals, phthalates, formaldehyde, and mechanical hazard testing in compliance with ASTM and EN standards. Environmental testing capabilities include temperature and humidity exposure, accelerated corrosion testing, thermal shock, and vibration testing. Additional specialized services encompass metallurgy analysis, weld testing, structural and forensic engineering, and precision equipment repair and metrology. ATS holds ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation across five critical fields of testing and calibration—mechanical, chemical, calibration, electrical, and nondestructive testing—with all certifications commercially available to the general public through January 31, 2028. The laboratory also maintains ISO 9001 quality management certification, ensuring consistent adherence to international standards and best practices. These accreditations reflect ATS's commitment to technical competence, quality assurance, and the rigorous standards demanded by regulatory bodies, industry partners, and clients requiring independently verified testing results. With headquarters in Marietta, Georgia, and service locations spanning major metropolitan areas and industrial hubs from coast to coast—including Denver, Houston, Charlotte, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Chicago, and dozens more—ATS provides convenient access for clients nationwide. The laboratory accepts a wide range of sample types, from raw materials and individual components to complete systems and assemblies, accommodating metals, polymers, ceramics, liquids, children's products, furniture, and specialized industrial components. Since 2025, ATS operates as part of SGS, providing access to expanded capabilities, a broader national and global network, and deep technical expertise while maintaining independent operations and brand continuity. Whether clients need to protect products through safety testing, prove compliance and reliability through certification, or improve designs through performance analysis, ATS delivers comprehensive solutions grounded in 57 years of laboratory excellence. The company's commitment to "moving from confidence to certainty" reflects its role as a trusted partner in quality, safety, and reliability across sectors where testing precision directly impacts product safety, regulatory compliance, and operational performance.