About BERTL

Who is BERTL^SM?

The Business Equipment Research and Test Laboratories Inc., (BERTL) is an independent testing laboratory whose purpose is to provide objective, independent product evaluation reports and comparative analyses on imaging devices and software workflow solutions. BERTL prohibits any manufacturer-control over its product evaluations, and bases its opinions, ratings and awards on a combination of rigorous analysis and research.

At all times, BERTL's primary focus is the end user. BERTL's evaluation reports, customer satisfaction research, awards and product ratings are undertaken entirely at BERTL's expense for the benefit of its worldwide subscriber base. Covering all major imaging manufacturers, BERTL publishes the world's most extensive Web site of evaluation reports, comparisons data, vertical market research, news and more on copiers, printers, MFPs, production and workgroup scanners, fax machines, color and production equipment and wide format devices.

BERTL reports, research and other industry informative services are available in a range of specialized subscription services. To learn more about our services go to our About Services page or telephone (1) 973-882-0200..

BERTL Test Laboratory

BERTL's headquarters and test laboratory is located at 20 Just Road, Suite 130, Fairfield, NJ 07004. BERTL's Testing Laboratory is responsible for developing and applying technology, measurements, and standards which are used in its product evaluation reports and analyses. In particular, BERTL has developed software testing tools and methods used to test the claims made by manufacturers.

BERTL also participates with industry, consortia, and standards groups in the development of standards in key areas at the forefront of imaging technology. BERTL has a long testing history and has compiled a large pool of data that is used to compare testing results against predecessor devices.