Research & development
Research and development form one of the core pillars of Repair Care. For over 35 years, we have listened to our customers, understood the needs of our product users, and stayed attuned to industry developments. It is practical experience that guides our direction.
Today, the market demands clean, sustainable, and energy-efficient products. That’s why we continually invest in innovative solutions. Our unwavering commitment to sustainability and quality has resulted in the creation of high-quality products. This ethos is deeply embedded in everything we do.
The right expertise for pioneering product formulas
As a manufacturer and supplier, we manage the entire research and development process in-house – for our repair products, tools, and packaging. We work exclusively with carefully selected raw material suppliers and production partners, leveraging our extensive network to optimize efficiency and mitigate risks. This approach enables us to ensure high standards of development and reliable delivery for our innovative products, regardless of market conditions.
Our development process is centered on:
Speed & simplicity: ensuring optimal ease of use for quick and straightforward repairs.
Safety & sustainability: creating safe, sustainable products for high-quality restoration.
Development and testing at a high level
Our lab in the Netherlands is at the heart of our product development. Here, our experts work daily to create, assess, and improve our product formulations. Because our focus is on sustainability and quality, we continually invest in R&D and in our testing protocols. Elasticity, ease of sanding and painting and shaping properties: you name it, we test it and all is done under the most exceptional conditions. Did you know that we have our own test station in Austria at an altitude of over 3,500 feet, where the products are exposed to more extreme conditions?
Quality guaranteed
As a professional user of our repair products, you expect a high-quality solution that results in durable, safe, and easy repairs. We ensure this quality through rigorous checks at every stage of development and production.
In addition, we collaborate with renowned authorities such as TNO, the Wood Research Foundation (SHR) in the Netherlands, and the German testing and certification institute IFT. Their independent reports validate the quality and sustainability that underpin our products. This commitment is further reflected in the KOMO and TÜV seals of approval our products proudly bear.
Our Test Panels
At Repair Care, product development is a collaborative process involving both internal expertise and external input from professionals like you. We actively gather feedback from our customers and engage directly in the field. Additionally, we collaborate with test panels of users throughout various stages of the development process.
These panels contribute valuable practical insights and suggestions, enriching our knowledge and refining our development plans. Once products are developed and thoroughly tested, they undergo further trials in real-world conditions. These field experiences play a crucial role in shaping the decisions we make, ensuring our products meet the highest standards of practicality and performance.
Your input is essential
We only bring our products to market when we are completely confident in their performance and safe application. Even after launch, we continuously seek ways to improve. Feedback from dealers, professionals and other users is invaluable in this process.
That’s why we’re always keen to hear your ideas and even join you on the job to understand your challenges firsthand. Sometimes, even the smallest suggestion can provide a significant insight. So, please don’t hesitate to share your tips with us!
