Emser Tile, a designer and producer of tile and natural stone, announced the opening of Emser Tech, a state-of-the-art product testing facility in Houston, Texas, is equipped to effectively conduct all industry standards tests.

The new facility allows Emser to validate testing, data analysis and quality control metrics. This is a strategic decision that enables the company to meet and exceed industry standards.

Emser Tech is situated inside one of the company’s four distribution centers. All Emser products pass through the location, giving the lab team immediate access to the newest products, ensuring timely and detailed results.

Capabilities at Emser Tech include the following, which are in-line with current industry standards:

• Water Absorption    ASTM C373
• Breaking Strength    ASTM C648
• Scratch Hardness (MOHS)    ASTM C1895
• Abrasion Resistance    ASTM C1027
• Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF) ANSI A326.3
• Chemical Resistance    ASTM C650
• Stain Resistance    ASTM C1378

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