Product Testing Institute (PTI)
About Us
We exist to protect consumers, support industry growth, and ensure safer roads through independent, accredited tyre testing.
Our Role in the Tyre Industry
PTI was created to offer Africa a reliable, independent space where every tyre can be tested with honesty, accuracy, and accountability.
Our purpose is simple: to support safer transport, enable fair trade, and help manufacturers, importers, and engineers meet the highest standards without confusion or delays.
We care about the impact of quality tyres on real people and real lives, which is why our team approaches every test with the same dedication, whether it’s for a large manufacturer or a first-time importer.
How PTI Started
PTI began as a vision to build a world-class product testing institute in South Africa that serves the entire industry, not just one part of it.
Over the years, we’ve grown into a respected, accredited organisation recognised for our integrity, our technical expertise, and our commitment to transparency.
Today, we support some of the country’s leading manufacturers, importers, and engineering teams, helping them meet compliance requirements and innovate with confidence.
Our Team's Approach
Requirements and test proposal
We take the time to understand your requirements and translate them into a clear, structured testing proposal.
Clarity on standards
We remove confusion around standards and regulations.
Updates throughout
We keep you updated throughout your testing journey.
Transparent communication
We prioritise clarity and communication.
Honest timelines
We provide honest timelines and realistic expectations.
Equal care for all
We treat every tyre and every client with equal care.
The People Who Make PTI What It Is
Behind PTI is a dedicated team of experts who believe in fairness, accuracy, and integrity.
Dr Chris Crozier
Director
Executive Chairperson,
Kusaga Taka Consulting
Stacey Jansen
Director
Executive Director Operations
and Compliance REDISA
Alex Erdmann
Laboratory Manager
Stanton Hurter
Technical Manager
Our Commitment To The Global Market
We’re proud to support manufacturers and importers entering the global market with confidence, through internationally recognised standards, industry support, development testing, and conformity assessment.
Our work directly supports road safety, energy efficiency, and consumer protection responsibilities we uphold with care and commitment every day.
