Footwear Technology Centre of Portugal
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CTCP was created by the Portuguese Footwear, Components and Leather Goods Manufacturers’ Association (APICCAPS) and two Governmental Institutes from the Portuguese Ministry of Economy (IAPMEI and INETI).
Main objectives:
. To support technique and technologically the companies from the footwear sector;
. To promote technique and technological training of the companies' human resources;
. To promote the industrial improvement of the product quality and processes;
. To prepare and spread technical information for the industry;
. To carry out and stimulate works of investigation, as well as its development and demonstration.
The CTCP has its head office, with 3.000m², in S. João da Madeira, 30 Km south of Oporto, and a delegation with 1.000m², located in Felgueiras, 50 Km north of Oporto.
CTCP executes its objectives through the following activities:
. Physical and Chemical laboratory tests of raw materials and final products;
. Products certification;
. CE Marking;
. Research into new materials, equipment and processes;
. Fitting and Comfort Analysis;
. Leather utilization;
. Test Methods and standards;
. Environmental and Safety Consulting;
. Production and Manufacturing Consulting;
. Quality Certification schemes (ISO 9000, 14000, 18000);
. Training services, professional expertise and teaching resources;
. Sectorial studies;
. Software development;
. Information and Communication services;
. Protection of Industrial Property;
. Internet and Professional Database;
. HSW - Health and safety at work;
. Environment;
. Design.