MEET THE TEAM
Test-Tech offers specialist analysis, testing and consulting services in the paper, packaging and print sectors for clients worldwide.
All the team have many years’ experience with Arjowiggins, latterly as part of Intertek, and now as Test-Tech, working independently of any manufacturer or industry supplier.
Richard Saunders
Paper and Print Consultant – Tel 07986 044134
Richard’s consultancy has extensive contacts with digital press manufacturers and major paper suppliers, giving him access to an unrivalled range of conventional and digital printing systems.
He has developed many papers for a wide range of digital printing technologies, alongside benchmarking testing and compatibility tables. These resources are frequently called upon for problem-solving for digital print suitability.
Richard also leads the microscopy and analytical services offered by Test-Tech with industry-relevant interpretation.
Robert Langley
Stock Preparation and Fibre Consultant – Tel 07786 136601
Rob is a pulp and fibre expert with comprehensive experience of stock preparation plants and fibre selection, using state-of-the-art test equipment and pilot facilities.
He has undertaken audits of customers’ existing paper manufacturing systems for efficiency and CAPEX investment.
His wide-ranging knowledge of pulp and fibre materials for papermaking and related products is in demand for specialist consultancy.
Robert and his colleagues run a unique paper fibre and species identification service for a wide range of clients from the UK, Europe and beyond, including testing related to the European Timber Regulations (EUTR).
Ken Holroyd
Materials Testing and Process Consultant – 07780 667174
Ken leads Test-Tech’s UK independent paper, plastic film, and packaging testing lab. Here we offer consulting on materials testing and process analysis, specialising in the paper, plastic film, and corrugated packaging industries. Ken is a member of the BSI Committee for methods of test for paper, board and pulps, enabling clients to benefit from in-depth knowledge of test and measurement to international standards.
Previously a Senior Manager in a multi-national paper manufacturing company, Ken has extensive experience in the paper and film industries, in several different roles combining both technical and management activities.
Ken’s background in paper manufacturing process engineering gives the added benefit of comprehensive knowledge of the papermaking and converting processes, the structure and nature of the paper products. This means that strong advice, project work and problem-solving can support materials testing that clients are unable to do themselves or require independent verification.