Intertek Announces a New White Paper: The Top 10 Reasons to Conduct Performance Testing

Jan. 26, 2009 - PRLog -- Chicago, IL--Intertek (LSE: ITRK), a global leader in testing, inspection and certification services, has announced the availability of a new white paper titled: The Top 10 Reasons to Conduct Performance Testing.

Performance Testing can be utilized throughout the product lifecycle, to pinpoint or eliminate warranty issues, improve product durability & life and improve quality while reducing costs.  This whitepaper will illustrate how performance testing can:

•Work out product glitches prior to launch
•Determine the optimal warranty period
•Improve product durability and life  
•Provide independent support for marketing claims
•And more!

Beyond mandatory testing, Performance Testing can help gain a competitive edge.  This whitepaper is applicable to a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, appliances, building products, consumer products, furniture, HVAC, industrial, IT, life safety & security and medical.

Visit the link below to download this paper today!
http://www.intertek-etlsemko.com/top10wp

For further information, please contact:

Linda Hall
Field Marketing Manager
Telephone:  616-656-1347
linda.hall@intertek.com

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About Intertek
Intertek is a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world. From auditing and inspection, to testing, quality assurance and certification, Intertek people are dedicated to adding value to customers' products and processes, supporting their success in the global marketplace.

Intertek has the expertise, resources and global reach to support its customers through its network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and over 23,000 people in 110 countries around the world. For further information, visit www.intertek-etlsemko.com.