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International Product Assurance Laboratories TCNA Laboratory is now International Product Assurance Laboratories! Do you have an innovative product?

The TCNA Product Performance Testing Laboratory offers unparalleled service to our customers. In addition to ceramic, glass, and stone tile testing, our services include testing concrete products such as pavers, tiles, and slabs, all countertop surfacing materials, and composite materials such as LVT, LVP, and rigid core products. We also offer testing for materials used in the installation of hard surface floor and wall coverings. Our team of engineers and scientists can develop customized testing programs for your needs.

Sustainability is rarely defined by a single claim.Green Squared® takes a multi-attribute approach, helping manufacturer...
10/14/2026

Sustainability is rarely defined by a single claim.

Green Squared® takes a multi-attribute approach, helping manufacturers support sustainability claims with independent verification while giving specifiers a clearer, more reliable way to evaluate products.

More transparency. Better differentiation. More informed material decisions.

Because responsible specification starts with looking at the whole picture.

What makes a tile porcelain? It comes down to water absorption. 💧 Under ANSI A137.1, porcelain tile must have a water ab...
10/05/2026

What makes a tile porcelain? It comes down to water absorption. 💧
Under ANSI A137.1, porcelain tile must have a water absorption of 0.5% or less when tested according to ASTM C373.
⚖️ Weigh → 💧 Saturate → ⚖️ Weigh Again
The Porcelain Tile Certification Agency (PTCA) program takes it one step further, providing independent verification that products labeled as porcelain meet this requirement.
Porcelain is more than a label. Verify it.

Paris’ zinc rooftops are part of the city’s identity. But recent heatwaves are revealing a new reality: the materials th...
09/25/2026

Paris’ zinc rooftops are part of the city’s identity. But recent heatwaves are revealing a new reality: the materials that shape our cities can also intensify the heat experienced within them.

Paris is already exploring green roofs, shading systems and reflective cool roofs to reduce surface and indoor temperatures. At one municipal school, a white roof coating was associated with an average indoor temperature reduction of 3°C (5.4°F).

This is where Solar Reflectance Index testing matters. SRI helps determine how effectively a surface reflects solar energy and releases absorbed heat, supporting more informed material decisions.

Because a material can look reflective without delivering the thermal performance a project needs.

Read the full article at https://hubs.la/Q04ymJrd0.

09/24/2026

A lead screening result can get your attention, but it doesn’t tell the whole story.

Screening methods can indicate that lead may be present, but determining how much lead can actually be released from a glazed ceramic surface requires a laboratory test.

In this video, Katelyn Simpson explains why understanding the difference between detection and leachability matters when evaluating ceramic tile and tableware.

Want to learn more about the different test methods?

Read the full article on the IPA Laboratories blog:
Lead in Ceramic Tile and Ceramic Tableware? Why the Right Test Method Matters.
https://ipalaboratories.com/lead-in-ceramic-tile-and-ceramic-tableware-why-the-right-testing-matters/

CeramicTile Tableware

Special thanks to The Lead Lady for helping bring attention to this topic and raising awareness about the potential presence of lead in ceramics and surfaces we live with every day.

Solar Reflectance Index and Light Reflectance Value may sound similar, but they answer very different questions. LRV mea...
09/23/2026

Solar Reflectance Index and Light Reflectance Value may sound similar, but they answer very different questions.

LRV measures how much visible light a surface reflects.

SRI looks at how a surface responds to solar energy and heat.

Different properties. Different tests. Different data.

Understanding the difference helps manufacturers and specifiers request the right testing for the performance they actually need.

What does “surface performance” actually mean?There is no single test or data point that tells the whole story.Slip resi...
09/22/2026

What does “surface performance” actually mean?

There is no single test or data point that tells the whole story.

Slip resistance, abrasion, stain resistance, chemical resistance and thermal shock are just a few ways to evaluate how a surface may perform under real-world conditions.

The right testing approach depends on the product, its intended use and the performance question you need to answer.

At IPA Laboratories, we help manufacturers identify and conduct the appropriate testing for their materials and applications.

Sustainability goals only create impact when they can be translated into measurable, verifiable actions. One of the key ...
09/21/2026

Sustainability goals only create impact when they can be translated into measurable, verifiable actions.

One of the key conversations coming out of the Flooring Sustainability Summit is the need for clearer, more reliable ways to evaluate sustainability across the flooring industry.

Green Squared® provides a multi-attribute framework that helps manufacturers verify sustainability commitments and gives specifiers more confidence when evaluating products.

At IPA Laboratories, we support manufacturers through the Green Squared® certification process.

Learn more about Green Squared® Certification with IPA Laboratories.

Paris’ zinc rooftops are part of the city’s identity. But recent heatwaves are revealing a new reality: the materials th...
09/11/2026

Paris’ zinc rooftops are part of the city’s identity. But recent heatwaves are revealing a new reality: the materials that shape our cities can also intensify the heat experienced within them.

Paris is already exploring green roofs, shading systems and reflective cool roofs to reduce surface and indoor temperatures. At one municipal school, a white roof coating was associated with an average indoor temperature reduction of 3°C (5.4°F).

This is where Solar Reflectance Index testing matters. SRI helps determine how effectively a surface reflects solar energy and releases absorbed heat, supporting more informed material decisions.

Because a material can look reflective without delivering the thermal performance a project needs.

Read the full article at https://hubs.la/Q04xdFF20.

Third-party testing is more than a compliance checkbox.It validates performance, uncovers potential risks, and builds co...
09/10/2026

Third-party testing is more than a compliance checkbox.

It validates performance, uncovers potential risks, and builds confidence in your product.

Internal testing is an essential part of product development, but independent third-party testing provides objective verification that customers, specifiers, and regulators can trust. Test beyond assumptions. Verify with Confidence.

Visit https://hubs.la/Q04x7XNs0 for more info.

Compliance risks often begin with assumptions. A product may have been tested to an industry standard, but that does not...
07/23/2026

Compliance risks often begin with assumptions.

A product may have been tested to an industry standard, but that does not always mean it meets the specific requirements expected in the U.S. market. Differences between ISO, ANSI, ASTM, and other standards can create gaps that manufacturers, importers, distributors, and specifiers need to understand.

At IPA Laboratories, we help clients reduce uncertainty through independent, ISO/IEC 17025-accredited testing, technical guidance, and standards expertise.

Partner with IPA Laboratories to support product compliance and market readiness.

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