Vartest Laboratories
Roberta Giresi is a highly skilled scientific consultant currently at Vartest Laboratories, where notable achievements include designing and implementing improved experimental methodologies. Previously, Giresi served as a team leader at SGS, overseeing a team of scientists and managing numerous projects within quality assurance testing and methodology development. With extensive experience as a senior chemist and analytical chemist at Vartest Laboratories, Giresi developed innovative validation methodologies and enhanced analysis processes in the textile industry. Further experience includes translating scientific patent documents and chemicals for Clarke, Modet & Co., and Licks Attorneys, alongside significant contributions as a researcher chemist at PETROBRAS. Giresi's educational background includes a Master of Science in Chemistry from Stevens Institute of Technology and ongoing studies for an MBA in Strategy Formulation and Execution.
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Vartest Laboratories
The Leader in Specialty Textile Testing Since 1986. Vartest is an independent laboratory standing at the forefront of both specialized and standardized fiber and textile testing across a wide range of markets. We actively engage in standards development at AATCC, ASTM and ISEA, and are nationally and internationally accredited. Startups and industry leaders alike rely on our innovative solutions to fulfill their unique needs. For more than 30 years, we have delivered quality counsel to our clients, tackling their challenges with creativity and efficiency. When deadlines get tight, clients call Vartest for unmatched expedited testing options. Our highly trained and experienced staff of technical specialists form the backbone of our business. We work across multiple disciplines with objectivity and confidentiality to proudly offer clients a broad range of both customized and standard testing services: Microscopy, Chemical Analysis, RSL, Physical & Mechanical, Color & Fastness, Light & Photometrics, Flammability, Thermal Evaluations, Antimicrobial & Fungal, Moisture Management, Water Penetration, Dimensional Stability, Defect Analysis, Specialty Evaluations, Arbitrations & Patents, Federal & State Laws. Vartest develops customized programs for each project, performing over 99% of our work in‑house. We guide our clients through the R&D process, providing timely updates with impartial assessments that ensure quality and compliance requirements are always met. These projects include competitive benchmarking, the evaluation of new materials and technologies, and the development of new or modified test methods to help justify marketing claims. Brands & Retailers, Manufacturers & Importers, Apparel & Accessories, HVSA & Workwear, Traffic & Sign Sheeting, Safety & PPE, Military, Police & Firefighter, Contract, Residential & Home, Hospitality, Healthcare & Medical, Outdoor Fabrics & Tents, Museum Conservation, Industrial & Specialty Projects. Innovate. Investigate. Validate.