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QAI is pleased to align ourselves with the Global Solar Certification Network (GSCN) whose aim is to facilitate cross-border trading for manufacturers and other suppliers of solar thermal products while minimizing the need for re-testing and re-certification in each new country where products are marketed and sold.  The certification program applies to solar thermal collectorsRead more

QAI was recently selected by Technology Headlines Magazine as a top 10 QA/testing solutions provider!  Steve Harris, CEO at QAI, gave an interview with the magazine where he touched on many important points about QAI. QAI’s customer focused approach was a main and recurring theme throughout the article. “The client remains the focus of our businessRead more

QAI is pleased to announce the addition of gas appliances and solid-fuel burning appliances to our IAS accreditation scope. As a certification body accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) and International Accreditation Service (IAS), we are very excited to add new accreditation. Our team has worked diligently to expand this portion of our scope,Read more

QAI Is happy to announce that we have received accreditation from the Standards Council of Canada to conduct special inspections on electrical medical equipment using the SPE-3000 standard. With the hard work of our electrical team we were able to expand our scope, which presents an exciting opportunity for QAI as it allows us toRead more

Did you know? New or newly revised harmonized plumbing standards have been released. The first edition standard for Manually Operated Valves for Use in Plumbing Systems (ASME A112.4.14/CSA B125.14-2017) has been released and replaces ASME A112.4.14-2004 which addressed Manually Operated, Quarter-Turn Shutoff Valves only. The second editions of Flush Valves and Spuds for Water Closets,Read more

On the morning of June 14, 2017, Grenfell tower started to go up in flames. Located in North Kensington, West London, the Grenfell tower fire was one of the fastest growing fires that was seen in some time. Unfortunately the fire claimed 79 lives and left many other injured. Authorities say the fire burned forRead more

As of May 23, 2017, the EPA has extended the compliance dates for the formaldehyde final rule. Originally, the effective date of the final rule was delayed from March 21, 2017 to May 22, 2017. However, there has now been one more extension for the final rule until July 10th, 2017.  There are many dates thatRead more

To help encourage the development of high-performance windows, the Province of BC will offer BC based window manufacturer’s incentives up to $80,000 to design, test, certify, and build new, energy efficient window products. Manufacturers who obtain an ENERGY STAR Most Efficient product certification are eligible to receive up to $25,000 while Passive House Institute certifiedRead more

Hearth, Patio, & Barbecue Expo 2017  QAI recently attended the HPBE show in Atlanta, Georgia.  The show proved to be a valuable opportunity for all exhibitors at the show, as well as all those who walked the floor. Frank and Kevin, who were representing QAI at the show, had the chance to connect with industryRead more

QAI is proud to announce the construction of a new Semi-Anechoic Chamber to expand on the current electromagnetic capabilities the company offers. With an expected completion by spring 2017 QAI will be operating two Semi-Anechoic Chambers at our Burnaby, British Columbia location. This is exciting news for the company as it comes at a timeRead more