About X-reference

Welcome to X-reference Limited, the specialists in laboratory approval and proficiency testing for the worldwide textile industry. Our ongoing aim is to offer a flexible, cost-effective evaluation service to the full spectrum of textile testing organisations.

The team at X-reference have over many years, gained extensive knowledge of operating approval and correlation services on behalf of a number of purchasing organisations. These services are supported by personnel experienced in textile technology, method development and statistical data analysis.
  Whether you are an independent laboratory looking for a comprehensive proficiency testing scheme, or a small production laboratory requiring approval for a limited number of tests, X-reference can offer the solution.

The LACE approval scheme is being utilised by a growing number of retailers to monitor the testing capabilities of their suppliers.

The TEPS proficiency testing scheme is proving to be a valuable tool for laboratories all over the world in monitoring the ongoing quality of results. TEPS organises regular interlaboratory trials that: a) enable participants to identify areas of strength or weakness in their laboratory, and b) allow participants a confidential means of comparing their results with other laboratories.