ACCREDITATION  |  CERTIFICATION

The CTCV has its Quality Management System certified by CERTIF, according to the NP EN ISO 9001: 2015 standard. The scope of this certification includes the areas of industrial or applied research, development and innovation in technological processes, materials and products, transfer of know-how and technology, technical and scientific advice, audits, analysis, measurement, technical training, information and technological surveillance.

Some of CTCV technicians are certified auditors for the areas of Quality, Environment, Health and Safety, Innovation, Energy and Social Responsibility.

It is recognized by the DGE as an entity that audits the conditions of energy use, rationalization plans and audits of cogeneration facilities.

All laboratories are accredited by the Portuguese Accreditation Institute (IPAC), within the scope of the Quality Management System, according to the norm NP EN ISO / IEC 17025: 2005.

CTCV is a Notified Body as Testing Laboratory to perform tests for the CE marking of adhesives for tiles, ceramic wall and floor tiles, drainage channels and liquid membranes for waterproofing.

It is recognized by the CSTB for conducting audits on the production control of ceramic tile manufacturers and conducting tests for the assignment of the NF UPEC mark.

CTCV is integrated the National Benchmarking Entities since 1997 and has participated in several initiatives and projects with the aim of promoting Benchmarking among Companies and promoting technological innovation in SMEs.

Some of CTCV technicians are certified National Benchmarking Consultants. CTCV has worked with other National Benchmarking Entities in several projects.

CTCV is accredited by AMECA for laboratory and in situ testing of automotive glass.

CTCV is an entity accredited by IAPMEI to provide Innovation, R&D, Entrepreneurship and Incubation services supported by National and European funding through R&D and Innovation programs.

CTCV is part of the SOLAR KEYMARK laboratory network.

CTCV Energy Laboratory is recognized by DIN CERTCO for conducting tests on solar thermal collectors.

Entity authorized by ACT to provide security services.

The Order of Engineers has awarded to the course of Qualification of Auditors NP EN ISO 9001: 2015, promoted by CTCV, the OE + AcCEdE Accreditation.