What We Do

Our experts provide independent research, consultancy and testing on all aspects of wheelchair safety in vehicles. We offer a range of services from individual product assessments through to large-scale investigations. Our expertise is supplemented by our state-of-the-art Impact Sled Facility, which offers the latest sensing and control systems.

We can provide bespoke product development programmes and/or crash testing according to the latest standards for wheelchair transportation, such as:

• ISO10542 Parts 1-5
• ISO7176 Part 19
• ISO16840 Part 4
• ANSI/RESNA WC-19.

Why TRL?

TRL's Impact Sled Facility is an officially accredited testing laboratory which offers a reliable and repeatable means of testing your products. We can provide flexibility with test dates, a fast turnaround between tests and short lead times.

Consultancy by TRL's experts will provide you with accurate and impartial performance data and targeted recommendations on how to achieve your goals. In addition, we can work closely with your engineers to future-proof your products against the latest developments in standards and crash testing.

If you're interested in learning more about the topics covered in this section, or you can't find what you're looking for and would like to talk to someone in detail about a specific topic, please complete the enquiry form at the foot of this page - one of our experts will contact you as soon as possible.