KEMA-Powertest, Inc. is the largest high power electrical testing laboratory in the United States providing electrical power, dielectric and mechanical testing services to a variety of clients from government and industry since 1969. Located in Chalfont, PA, the laboratory was acquired by N.V. KEMA in 1990.

As part of KEMA's Transmission and Distribution testing group, KEMA-Powertest is independent of manufacturers and suppliers, the laboratory provides unbiased evaluations of equipment performance and true third-party testing, certification and inspection services. KEMA-Powertest test reports and type test certificates are recognized and accepted by manufacturers, utilities and end users of electrical power equipment worldwide.

The laboratory has two short circuit generators, rated 1000 MVA and 2250 MVA, a 1000 kV impulse generator, a 600 kV power frequency test set, a 13 kA thermal supply, and other associated test equipment.

In order to stay on the leading edge of the technology, KEMA-Powertest continuously invests in new equipment and improved testing techniques as well as in the training of its personnel. The laboratory is accredited to ISO 17025 by the American Association of Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA). KEMA-Powertest can also provide proposals and quotes and assist with transportation for test programs to be performed at the KEMA High Power or High Voltage Laboratories in the Netherlands.

In addition to quality electrical and mechanical testing services, KEMA-Powertest offers field-testing, engineering consulting services such as failure investigations, engineering studies related to switchgear equipment and cables. 

Located 25 miles north of the City of Philadelphia, KEMA-Powertest can be conveniently reached by major airlines or by rail. 

Questions about our products and services can be sent to:

KEMA-Powertest, 
Inc. 4379 Country Line Road
Chalfont, PA 18914
United States of America
Phone : +1 215 822 - 4231
Fax      : +1 215 822 - 4267
Email : KPTSales@kema.com
Contact : Paul Leufkens