Volkswagen has accredited Element Materials Technology as an approved provider for defined materials testing programs. The designation, which applies to Element’s Warren and Plymouth laboratories in the USA, strengthens its position as a trusted partner to both Volkswagen as well as the broader automotive industry.
Volkswagen’s materials testing program aims to establish a global network of approved laboratories to verify the quality and safety of parts manufactured by the auto maker’s suppliers. Through this accreditation, Element can support suppliers with reliable, independent testing services aligned with Volkswagen’s requirements, helping streamline validation and approval processes.
Kinzie Austin, VP of mobility at Element, commented, “We are delighted to become an approved participant in Volkswagen’s supplier testing program and support their supplier network with accredited testing that meets their high performance standards. It is important recognition of the expert testing work our team undertakes across the automotive industry.”
Element’s Warren and Plymouth laboratories offer a broad range of advanced materials testing capabilities supporting the automotive sector, including durability, environmental resistance, surface performance and interior and exterior materials validation. This accreditation further enhances Element’s ability to support original equipment manufacturers and suppliers throughout the automotive supply chain.
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