{"id":3084,"date":"2025-10-21T10:00:23","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T08:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/?p=3084"},"modified":"2025-12-18T23:06:04","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T22:06:04","slug":"the-only-pedestrian-protection-test-facility-in-the-czech-republic-achieves-international-accreditation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/en\/the-only-pedestrian-protection-test-facility-in-the-czech-republic-achieves-international-accreditation\/","title":{"rendered":"The only pedestrian protection test facility in the Czech Republic achieves international accreditation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>AUREL\u2019s pedestrian protection test laboratory is the only facility of its kind in the Czech Republic. It focuses on testing vehicle safety, particularly in the area of pedestrian protection. As the requirements of leading global automotive manufacturers continue to increase, AUREL responds accordingly and continues to advance its capabilities. In July this year, the laboratory obtained international accreditation in accordance with EN ISO\/IEC 17025. What does this mean for customers?<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pedestrian protection test facility and testing laboratory<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since 2011, AUREL\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/en\/services\/pedestrian-protection-test-facility\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pedestrian protection test facility<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has specialised in testing pedestrian safety and the protection of vulnerable road users. At the same time, it operates as a <\/span><b>dynamic laboratory<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, enabling testing with a high level of precision and repeatability. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The laboratory received its accreditation certificate from <\/span><b>the Czech Accreditation Institute (\u010cIA) <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">under identification number 1807. It has thus become part of a <\/span><b>global network of laboratories <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">whose test results are <\/span><b>internationally valid and recognised<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 without the need for repeated testing in other countries. This step confirms the company\u2019s long-term commitment to the highest levels of quality, accuracy, and international credibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2658 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/osvedceni-o-akreditace-zkusebna-aurel-724x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Osv\u011bd\u010den\u00ed o akreditaci\" width=\"724\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/osvedceni-o-akreditace-zkusebna-aurel-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/osvedceni-o-akreditace-zkusebna-aurel-212x300.jpg 212w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width:767px) 724px, 724px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cAccreditation is highly prestigious and significantly enhances our credibility. Although it places higher demands on us in terms of process documentation, we are proud to be the only facility in the Czech Republic able to offer internationally accredited <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/en\/pedestrian-protection-test-aurel-a-leader-in-passive-safety\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pedestrian protection tests<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to both our existing and future customers,\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> says <\/span><b>Miroslav Pa\u017eout, Head of Testing at AUREL.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What does accreditation according to ISO\/IEC 17025 mean?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This standard represents an internationally recognised benchmark for the <\/span><b>technical competence of testing and calibration laboratories<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. As part of the accreditation process, all procedures are assessed \u2013 from test preparation and monitoring of environmental conditions to result evaluation. Particular emphasis is placed on <\/span><b>metrological traceability<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including the accuracy, calibration, and traceability of measuring equipment used.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accreditation formally confirms that the laboratory:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Is technically competent<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 it employs qualified personnel, uses precise measurement systems, and applies validated methods that meet current standards and customer requirements.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Has an established quality management system<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 operating in accordance with clearly defined and documented procedures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ensures secure data backup<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 covering primary records, processed data, high-speed video footage, and related outputs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">System-Driven quality management<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accreditation requires a <\/span><b>continuously<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/en\/virtual-testing-and-proprietary-products-aurel-is-pushing-the-boundaries-of-automotive-technology\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">functioning quality management system<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that ensures both technical accuracy and transparency towards customers and institutions. This includes, for example:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">regular monitoring of the test environment,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">documented testing procedures,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">secure backup of test data and primary records,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">controlled processes for receiving, storing, and releasing tested components or vehicles.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to this approach, all test results are <\/span><b>repeatable, verifiable, and trustworthy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 an essential requirement for automotive manufacturers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2661 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sa704982-jpeg-pro-semtix-80p-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sa704982-jpeg-pro-semtix-80p-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sa704982-jpeg-pro-semtix-80p-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width:767px) 767px, (max-width:1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greater credibility, international recognition, and innovation<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Achieving accreditation brings tangible benefits not only to AUREL, but above all to its customers:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Higher credibility of test results<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 providing automotive manufacturers with confidence that tests meet the highest professional standards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>International recognition<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 test reports are accepted abroad, simplifying international cooperation and homologation processes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>A stable foundation for development and innovation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 accreditation supports precision and quality in the development of new solutions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirmation of a long-term commitment to quality<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For fourteen years, the testing laboratory has been building its infrastructure, expert team, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/en\/testing-at-aurel-cutting-edge-technology-and-know-how-for-the-automotive-industry\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">advanced technologies, and know-how<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, enabling it to provide services to leading OEM and Tier 1 customers. Obtaining this accreditation is another significant confirmation of AUREL\u2019s professionalism and high service standards. Customers gain <\/span><b>a partner whose results they can fully rely on<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 whether for pedestrian protection testing or other dynamic tests within the automotive industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you need confidence in precise measurement, impartial testing, and internationally recognised results? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aurelcz.eu\/en\/services\/pedestrian-protection-test-facility\/\">Contact us.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>AUREL\u2019s pedestrian protection test laboratory is the only facility of its kind in the Czech Republic. 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