Boston City Fire Code to Remove Requirement to Use CAL 133
We received a communication by e-mail from BIFMA reporting that the Boston City Fire Code will be imminently amended to…
CAN/ULC S131
It was recently brought to our attention that ULC has published a first draft standard – CAN/ULC S131 - “Test…
Micom Inc. Presents at the PAC Packaging Optimization Conference in Montreal
On Thursday March 17, 2016, Founder and CEO of Micom Laboratories Inc., Michel Comtois will present “Les essais de simulation…
Hazardous Product Matches Regulation Method F20: 2016 a verification year!
Health Canada Enforcement Policy: Matches Regulation C.R.C., ch. 929 On December 14 2015, The Healthy Environment and Consumer Safety branch…
The Importance of ISTA Package Testing
Package testing, including ISTA 2A and ISTA 3A, is an important component of a product's manufacturing and shipping process that is often overlooked. Micom can help you understand how your product and packaging will hold up.
Committee Ballot CAN/CGSB 44.232
CGSB has been reviewing its CAN/CGSB 44.232 – Canadian General Standards Board - CHAIRS FOR OFFICE ENVIRONMENTS. Following the…
The Difference between ASTM G154 and G155 and Which is Right for You
When it comes to UV exposure testing, many tests, standards and methods exist, and Micom is happy to offer numerous…
BIFMA HCF8.2 Draft Association Ballot Review
BIFMA recently closed its Association Ballot for BIFMA HCF8.2 – Health Care Seating - Tests. The comments will be reviewed…
ASTM B117 vs AASS or CASS
Our customers often wonder if a “regular” (neutral) ASTM B117 salt spray test is the best test method for their product(s)…
Portrait de Michel Comtois, président de MICOM
Interview de Michel Comtois dans le Réseaux Executif