Construction and Building Materials Testing

Construction and building material testing is paramount when it comes to assuring the safety and capabilities of components intended to be used in infrastructures. Ensuring that these materials are safe to use and can meet performance expectations not only provides valuable information that can be used in planning but can also reduce risks and setbacks in later development and construction stages as well.  

STC provides diligent Building Material Testing service that includes:

Building Materials Testing

• Tile Product Testing (ISO 10545, GB/T 3810)
• Door Closer & Lock Set Testing (BS 5872, BS EN 1154)
• Specification for Sheet Metal Ductwork (DW 144)

Physical Performance Testing

• Metal Composition Analysis (Spark-OES)

Flammability Testing

• Non-Combustibility Test for Materials (BS 476: Part 4)
• Fire Propagation Tests (BS 476: Part 6)
• Classification of Surface Spread of Flame of Products (BS 476: Part 7)
• Fire Classification of Construction Products & Building Elements (EN 13501-1)

Slip Resistance Testing

• Pendulum Test (BS 7976-2)
• Slip Resistance (DIN 51130, AS 4586)
• Static Coefficient of Friction of Ceramic Tile Tests (ASTM C1028)

For more information about our Construction & Building Materials services, please feel free to Contact Us.

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