NovitaTech’s Test Laboratory
NATA Accredited Test Laboratory Number 2953
NovitaTech’s Test Laboratory provides independent testing and quality assurance services for assistive technology manufacturers and suppliers across Australia and internationally.
Established in 1989, our Test Laboratory was created to support the development of quality and performance standards for wheelchairs and other rehabilitation equipment.
Located at our Croydon Park facility, NovitaTech operates Australia’s only NATA-accredited assistive technology testing laboratory, providing independent testing to relevant Australian and International Standards.
Why have your Assistive Technology tested at a NATA Accredited Test Lab?
Independent testing gives manufacturers, suppliers, clinicians, prescribers and end users confidence that assistive technology meets recognised performance, safety and durability requirements.
NATA accreditation provides independent assurance that testing is carried out thoroughly and accurately in accordance with relevant Australian and International Standards.
Testing can also provide important evidence for regulatory, compliance and certification requirements.
Our experienced Test Laboratory team can test products against a complete standard or specific sections, depending on your requirements.
What we can test
Our NATA-accredited testing capabilities include:
- Manual wheelchairs
- Powered wheelchairs and batteries
- Walking aids
- Hospital beds
- Patient lifting and transfer equipment
- Shower and toilet equipment
- Bath seats
- Vehicle-mounted hoists and ramps
- Lower limb prostheses
- Ignitability of upholstered furniture
- Motor vehicle controls for drivers with disability
Manufacturers and suppliers receive a formal test report following completion of testing.
Why test to Australian or International Standards?
Testing can provide:
- Independent verification of product quality, strength and endurance
- Confidence that products perform as intended
- Greater traceability if product issues arise
- Evidence to support regulatory and certification requirements
- Confidence for manufacturers, suppliers, clinicians, prescribers, funders and end users
Prototype and pre-production testing
NovitaTech also offers prototype and pre-production evaluation to support the development and verification of new assistive technology.
Testing during product development can provide valuable information about potential reliability, durability and compliance before a product moves into production.
Talk to our Test Laboratory
If you’re developing a new assistive technology product, preparing for certification or need independent testing against an Australian or International Standard, talk to the NovitaTech Test Laboratory team about your testing requirements.
Call – (08) 8424 6160
eMail – [email protected]