CERAM works with materials based industries around the world in sectors such as ceramics, metals, composites, engineering, medical and construction.
Campden BRI provides practical scientific, technical, legislative and information support to the food, drink and allied industries.
City University London is a principal provider of undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and vocational education in the United Kingdom.
E-Synergy provides management, technology and strategic support, training and early stage financing to new companies and technology spin-outs.
LGC is an international science-based company and market leader in analytical, forensic and diagnostic services and reference standards.
MIRA is a leading vehicle design, development & certification consultancy.
Thatcham is the motor insurers' research centre and provides some 70% of the data that insurers use to define a car's insurance grouping.
NAMTEC is a centre of excellence for the UK metals industry and aims to increase the global competitiveness of the metals sector.
NPL is the UK´s national standard laboratory. It develops, maintains and disseminates national measurement standards for physical quantities.
The National Nuclear Laboratory has a highly experienced workforce with unique skills and internationally recognised expertise.
Pera is one of Europe's leading innovation and business support organisations with a presence in eight European countries.
PRA provides information and technical services to support innovation and growth in the global surface coatings industry.
QinetiQ is a leading international provider of technology–based services and solutions to the defence, security and related markets.
SATRA is the largest research and technology organisation in the world for the footwear and leather goods industries.
SCI is the leading, independent provider of technical expertise and disseminator of best practice to the steel construction sector.
Smithers Rapra, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Smithers Group and is recognised as a World leading rubber and plastic consultancy.
The Scotch Whisky Research Institute is a member based company providing research, services and consultancy to the distilled drinks industry.
The Smith Institute for Industrial Mathematics and System Engineering enables businesses to secure commercial advantage.
TRADA Technology (TTL) predominantly serves the building and construction industry and its material and component suppliers and users.
TWI Ltd is the world´s foremost research and technology organisation concerned with joining and structural integrity of engineered products.
The University of Surrey has a world class research profile and a reputation for excellence in teaching and research.
PRA Coatings Technology Centre
14 Castle Mews
High Street
Hampton
Middlesex
TW12 2NP
Tel: 020 8487 0800 (switchboard)
Fax: 020 8487 0801
e-mail: coatings@pra-world.com
www.pra-world.com
Managing Director & Company
Secretary: Mr Jonathan Bourne
Turnover: £2 million
Number of staff: 28
PRA provides information and technical services to support innovation and growth in the global surface coatings industry.
Information Services: The World Surface Coatings Library, established over 80 years ago, is a unique resource for literature and patent surveys relating to paints, inks, adhesives, sealants and their chemical ingredients. A range of publications are provided to help companies be aware of the latest news, trends and developments in the industry. A high calibre consultancy team is able to respond to ad hoc and bespoke information needs and provide support to strategic planning, business development and acquisitions due diligence.
Technical Services: PRA Laboratory services provide independant test data to support product development, including a wide range of approvals, paint performance, microbiology, Eco-label and MPI. Consultancy services are provided from collaborative research to patent investigations, formulation development, environmental monitoring, problem solving and dispute resolution.
Networking and Learning: A continuous programme of events and training courses is offered to help educate and stimulate ideas, meet key business contacts and be the essential connector between industrial participants, academia and service providers.