Sunglass testing
We test all common types of sunglass lenses to the Australian standard and issue test reports that state the lens category and other mandatory labelling information.
Film, glass and materials testing
ARPANSA can measure the amount of UV radiation blocked out by transparent plastic films and all types of glass as well as transparent and translucent building materials. Examples include automotive window tint films, product packaging films and polycarbonate roofing.
Shade fabric testing
Shade fabric, also known as shadecloth, is a popular method of providing climate control in greenhouses and nurseries for plants and for providing shade for people outdoors. We operate a service for measuring effectiveness of shade fabrics for sun protection
Clothing and fabric testing
All fabrics have some ability to block UVR but laboratory testing is needed to tell how useful different fabrics are for sun protection by measuring the Ultraviolet Protection Factor or 'UPF' rating.
Labelling sun protective clothing
The UPF Certification Trade Mark is an Australian government trade mark that is used to label sun protective clothing.
Comparison confirms world-class radiation dose measurement and treatment
Recent tests conducted at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (BIPM) in Paris have confirmed that the Australian Primary Standard for ionising radiation, which underpins every radiotherapy treatment for cancer in Australia, remains accurate and in-line with international standards.
Ultraviolet radiation calibrations
We provide calibrations of ultraviolet radiation detectors against National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) traceable standard lamps.
