Calcoast-ITL Industrial Testing Laboratory
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Calcoast-ITL provides accredited testing, evaluation, and consulting services for Automotive Lighting and Roadway Safety equipment across multiple industries. From headlamps to high-visibility apparel, we help ensure your products meet critical standards and reach market faster.
- Comprehensive testing for automotive, micromobility, public safety, construction, and transit industries
- In-depth photometric, colorimetric, environmental, and physical testing
- Regulatory compliance consulting for FMVSS, SAE, ASTM, ANSI, ISO, and more
- Specialized testing for lighting, signaling, reflectors, safety apparel, and warning devices
- Custom solutions for non-listed or unique product configurations
Regulatory Standards
A wide range of international and national standards govern vehicle lighting, signaling, and safety equipment—ensuring performance, visibility, and compliance across industries and markets. These standards support safer roads, improved product reliability, and global regulatory alignment.
- FMVSS/CMVSS: Define mandatory lighting and signaling requirements for U.S. and Canada.
- SAE/UNECE/CIE: Set global and industry-specific standards for performance, color, and testing methods.
- ASTM/ISO/ANSI: Focus on durability, visibility, and safety of retroreflective and high-visibility materials.
- NFPA/CPSC: Ensure safety in protective gear and consumer products like bicycles.
- ITE/AASHTO: Regulate traffic signal modules and roadway safety device standards.
🏢 About Calcoast-ITL
Calcoast-ITL is a fully accredited automotive testing laboratory with over 50 years of expertise in vehicle lighting and roadway safety systems. Founded in 1949, we serve over 200 clients—including federal agencies—with advanced testing, regulatory guidance, and a reputation for precision, integrity, and innovation.
- ISO/IEC 17025-accredited lab with photometric, environmental, and vibration testing capabilities
- Trusted by the U.S. and Canadian governments for FMVSS, SAE, + more compliance testing.
- Active contributors to SAE standards committees, shaping the future of lighting regulations
- Comprehensive services from product development to expert witness testimony
- Decades of proven experience serving automotive manufacturers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies worldwide