Choosing a Technical Assessment Body (TAB) to issue a European Technical Assessment (ETA) is an important decision for manufacturers. Not all TABs are qualified or notified to issue an ETA for any product, and not all possess the necessary experience and knowledge to conduct a precise technical assessment. Selecting the right TAB can mean the difference between a beneficial ETA and one potentially harming the manufacturer.

The European Technical Assessment, known by its acronym ETA, has become an essential pillar for introducing and consolidating innovative construction products in the European market. This assessment is much more than a simple administrative procedure; it is a technical guarantee that ensures a product meets the appropriate controls, providing reliability and safety to the market.

Innovation is the process of creating or modifying a product and then introducing it to the market. Within the construction sector, innovation can encompass the introduction of new materials, construction systems, efficient construction techniques, or sustainable solutions that minimise the environmental impact of projects.

The Construction Products Regulation establishes the conditions for the placement or making available on the market of construction products. To enter the European single market, product certification according to the Regulation is essential.

In the construction sector, the term "building materials" is often used, and to a lesser extent, "construction products." But what exactly do these terms mean? Are they synonymous, or are there differences between them?

In the complex world of global trade, product quality is only the first step to successfully enter the European market. While having a high-quality product is essential, Europe presents a series of challenges and requirements that go beyond simply offering a good product.