Hari Shankar Singhania Elastomer and Tyre Research Institute (HASETRI), becomes the world's first accredited proficiency testing provider (PTP) for rolling resistance tests by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). The unique certification is awarded according to ISO 17043:2010 standards for the testing of three key categories: C1 (passenger car tyres), C2 (light truck tyres), and C3 (heavy truck tyres). The recognition is based on the evaluations of various parameters under the chemical and mechanical sub-disciplines at HASETRI.

The certification, valid from November 30th, 2023, to November 29th, 2025, positions HASETRI at the forefront of proficiency testing power, reinforcing its commitment to excellence in the field of elastomer and tyre research. The achievement highlights HASETRI's dedication to employing simulation and prediction techniques to optimise product performance and design cycle time.

Raghupati Singhania, President HASETRI, said, "HASETRI's success in garnering accreditation as a Proficiency Test Provider is a testament to our continuous pursuit of quality and innovation. The recognition is a strong reflection of our laboratory and our team's commitment towards developing world-class standards in areas of overall personnel competency and allows for peer group comparisons of test results."

The accreditation services for Proficiency Testing Providers (PTP) are awarded in a range of disciplines, including testing, calibration, medicine, and inspection. The process involves a formal recognition of technical proficiency for specific tests or measurements, with evaluations conducted by external parties in adherence to international standards. It is one of the evaluation tools for National Accreditation Bodies to judge the competence of the laboratory under accreditation.

HASETRI is an independent research and testing laboratory in India located in Mysuru, Karnataka, and is recognised as a Scientific Industrial Research Organisation (SIRO) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. It is an accredited laboratory as per the ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard for chemical and mechanical testing of rubber and rubber products.