“La Implementación de la Norma ISO 17025-2005 en el “Laboratorio de análisis y pruebas Físico – Mecánicas”, de la Cámara Nacional de Calzado – CALTU y la generación de valor agregado en la Industria de Calzado en la provincia de Tungurahua”

Abstract

The National Chamber of footwear - CALTU is a non-profit organization, gives attention to the Ecuador footwear and leather sector. Provides scaling, modeling patterns and training from 2010. He is currently in the stage of growth by creating a laboratory analysis and physical - mechanical tests for the development of SMEs and craft units of footwear. Is for this reason that the laboratory develops a management system procedures and records necessary for the accreditation of the laboratory, thus ensured adequate competences and of the personnel that work in it, thus contributing to the generation of value added in the footwear industry of Tungurahua. The results achieved are the creation of the quality Manual based on the Standard 17025, management procedures and technicians, and records. Also attributes that will generate value added in the footwear sector, are quality and certification, to obtain a product of quality, with no deficiencies. Using the evidence with this standard can select appropriate footwear materials and offer a better product. Being the proposal of improvement the constant training of laboratory staff to maintain and update their knowledge about the operation of the developed standard. The CALTU with all documentation required by standard ISO 17025 can perform the accreditation of the laboratory tests, allowing the certification thereof.