Construction Products
Kiwa has extensive expertise in independently monitoring the quality and use of building materials such as timber, concrete, steel, roofing as well as ceramic products.
Kiwa is also a Notified Body for a large number of building products and assist in the correct interpretation of the increasingly complex local and European building regulations (including e.g. CE marking). In addition, the aspect of sustainability is also incorporated. You receive proof that your products are manufactured in a sustainable way.
Construction adhesives testing
Kiwa carries out tests according to EN 1504-4. Identification and proof of performance of building adhesives; CE marking and certification.
Testing of concrete with increased acid resistance in the MPA performance test
The “MPA-Performance-Test” is a procedure for testing increased resistance of mineral systems to chemical attack (especially to acid).
Inspection of Concrete Bridge Waterproofing Systems ETAG 033
This test is used in the field of bridge waterproofing for mastic asphalt, rolled asphalt, and non-asphalt applications.
Testing of flat glass, profiled glass and glass block products
Kiwa is a notified body and accredited testing laboratory for insulation glass (EN 1279); safety glass (EN 12150, EN 1863, EN 14179, EN 14449); coated glass (EN 1096). Kiwa performs the EN 12600 pendulum test for the classification of flat glass, as well ...
Tile Adhesive Testing in accordance with DIN EN 12004
This type of testing is applied in sanitary, kitchen, and residential areas.
Testing of masonry products for building material
Testing of masonry products for building material manufacturers. Testing of existing masonry for property owners. Bricks, Masonry mortar, Plastering mortar, DIN 20000-401, DIN EN 771, DIN EN 772, DIN 1053, DIN EN 1015, DIN 18555, DIN 18550, DIN EN 998
Testing of Fasteners and fixings
We are specialized in testing of anchors in concrete and masonry. Your partner to get trusted results on fasteners.
Testing, Certification and Inspection of products related to concrete, mortar and grout
Kiwa is your partner for the certification, inspection and testing. As a notified body, we certify your products for the CE-marking. We test in our own, accredited laboratories.
EN-Röntgendiffraktometrie (XRD)
X-ray diffraction (XRD) is used to determine the mineral composition or phase composition of building materials and other inorganic materials.
Specialized Analysis of Polymeric Building Materials and Plastics
In this analysis, the chemical composition of polymeric building materials and plastics is determined.
Testing of curtain walls, cladding and structural sealant glazing
Tests at Kiwa simulate the real conditions on a construction site and use all materials to be tested, such as frames, glass, sealing materials, gaskets and anchoring devices. Thermal transmittance DIN EN 12412-2. Sound measurement according to DIN EN 2014...
Testing of road equipment: Circulation fixtures
Kiwa supports you in road and track construction with asphalt inspections. This includes control tests, bitumen tests, environmental analytical tests.
Analysis of blister formation in coatings
Defects can occur in coatings in the form of blisters.
Investigation of Steel Bridge Coatings Used by Deutsche Bahn - Corrosion Protection - DBS 918084
These tests are used in the field of coating materials for ballast trough coatings on steel bridge decks.
Roof coverings, roof lights, roof windows, and ancillary products(2)
The roof coverings comprise not only products, but also complete systems for flat roofs, like bitumen, plastic and rubber waterproofing sheets as well as liquid applied roof waterproofing kits (LARWK), but also for sloped roofs: ceramic and concrete tiles...
Wind-uplift test of roof constructions
Wind-uplift test
WRAS Testing and Approval
Kiwa Watertec | WRAS - Water Regulations Advisory Scheme Testing
Non-destructive testing
Not every structural analysis requires interventions in the building fabric. Various non-destructive or low-destructive test methods are available, especially for an initial assessment of the existing damage potential or to confirm the correct constructio...
Certification of vulcanised rubber products for cold & hot non-drinking water applications -BRL 2013
Certification of vulcanised rubber products for non-drinking water applications (BRL 2013)
Inspection structural safety of buildings
Regular structural safety inspections are essential to promptly identify any damage and evaluate the structure's durability, stability, and serviceability.
The responsibility for ensuring the structural safety, durability, and serviceability of buildings...
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