ARDL: Discover Excellence in PPE Pharmaceutical and Microbiological Testing with ARDL

Discover Excellence in PPE Pharmaceutical and Microbiological Testing with ARDL

In the ever-evolving world of the medical and pharmaceutical industries, ensuring the safety, efficacy, and compliance of the Personal Protective Equipment products is paramount. Akron Rubber Development Laboratory, Inc. (ARDL) stands at the forefront of this mission, offering unparalleled testing services that set the gold standard in the industry. With decades of innovation, experience, state-of-theart facilities and a commitment to excellence, ARDL is your trusted partner for all your PPE testing needs.

At ARDL, quality is not just a promise, it is a guarantee. The laboratory is certified to the highest standards of quality management and laboratory competence. These certifications ensure that every test conducted meets rigorous international standards, providing you with reliable and accurate results.

Discover Excellence in PPE Pharmaceutical and Microbiological Testing with ARDL

ARDL’s Pharmaceutical and Microbiological Testing Services are certified under ISO 9001 (QMS Requirements), ISO 17025 (Testing and Calibration Laboratories QMS) and ISO 13485 (Medical Devices QMS).

ARDL’s data is recognized and accepted worldwide and used for regulatory compliance, compound development and troubleshooting, competitor analysis and supply chain assurance purposes. ARDL offers a wide array of testing services tailored to meet the diverse needs of the medical and pharmaceutical sectors.

ARDL’s expertise includes:

ASTM F3267-22 Standard Specification for Protective Clothing for Use Against Liquid Chemotherapy and Other Liquid Hazardous Drugs – Newly Added

ASTM D6978-05(2023) Standard Practice for Assessment of Resistance of Medical Gloves to Permeation by Chemotherapy Drugs

ASTM F1670/1670M-24 Standard Test Method for Resistance of Materials Used in Protective Clothing to Penetration by Synthetic Blood

ASTM F1671/1671M-22 Standard Test Method for Resistance of Materials Used in Protective Clothing to Penetration by Blood-Borne Pathogens Using Phi-X174 Bacteriophage Penetration as a Test System

ISO 16604:2004 Clothing for protection against contact with blood and body fluids — Determination of resistance of protective clothing materials to penetration by blood-borne pathogens — Test method using Phi-X 174 bacteriophage

ISO 10993-5:2009 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices (Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity)

ASTM F739-20 Standard Test Method for Permeation of Liquids and Gases Through Protective Clothing Materials Under Conditions of Continuous Contact

Discover Excellence in PPE Pharmaceutical and Microbiological Testing with ARDL

ASTM D5712-15(2020) Standard Test Method for Analysis of Aqueous Extractable Protein in Latex, Natural Rubber, and Elastomeric Products Using the Modified Lowry Method

ASTM D6499-24 Standard Test Method for Immunological Measurement of Antigenic Protein in Hevea Natural Rubber (HNR) and its Products

ANSI/AAMI PB70 Standard includes four standard tests to evaluate the barrier effectiveness of surgical gowns, isolation gowns, and surgical drapes (PPE-Info - Standard Details (cdc.gov))

Discover Excellence in PPE Pharmaceutical and Microbiological Testing with ARDL

1 In order of increasing protection

2 American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) 42 Water resistance: impact penetration test determines the ability of a material to resist water penetration under spray impact [AATCC 2000]

3 AATCC 127 Water resistance: hydrostatic pressure test determines the ability of a material to resist water penetration under constant contact with increasing pressure [AATCC 1998]

Consulting and STAT services are available as well as Volume Discounts where applicable.

In a field where safety and compliance are paramount, ARDL stands out as a beacon of excellence. ARDL’s extensive certification, advanced testing methods, and customer-centric approach make it the ideal partner for all your pharmaceutical and microbiological testing needs. By choosing ARDL, you are not just selecting a testing laboratory, you are partnering with a team of experts dedicated to ensuring the safety and efficacy of your products.

Visit www.ardl.com or contact them directly at sales@ardl.com to learn more about how ARDL can support your testing needs. Experience the ARDL difference and discover why they are the trusted choice for leading companies in the PPE medical and pharmaceutical industries.

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