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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

Coquitlam, BC, Canada QAI Laboratories (QAI), a front runner in global testing, inspection and certification of consumer electronics and building products has gained recognition by OSHA as a NRTL for Luminaires (UL 1598) and Fire Tests of Door Assemblies (UL 10B & 10C). This is the first step in QAI’s acceptance by OSHA, with plansRead more

The week of May 25th, the IAS Board of Directors visited QAI Laboratories at their Coquitlam, BC location. During the visit, IAS was given a presentation issue relating to a commercial lab and accreditations. They also spent some time in the lab witnessing fenestration, electrical and fire tests. Additionally, QAI had multiple representatives attend theRead more

The International Sleep Products Association was formed in 1915 and has since come to represent manufacturers and suppliers in countries around the world. QAI is a proud member of ISPA and was more than happy to celebrate their centennial in St. Petersburg, Florida. Brian McDonald, Operations Manager and Victoria Basso, Inside Sales joined ISPA fromRead more

The Office of the California State Fire Marshal has appointed Chris Bowness, P.E. of QAI to serve on the Flame Retardent Technical Advisory Committee QAI’s laboratory in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, has been working closely with the State Fire Marshals office for many years, conducting testing programs for manufacturers of a wide-range of flame-retardant and fire-resistiveRead more