Passive Fire Protection
Passive fire protection is an integral part of building construction and helps to gain valuable time in the event of a fire.
In our role as an accredited testing laboratory in accordance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 (Accreditation No. D-PL 17819-01-00), we offer all types of testing procedures in the field of passive fire protection. With a strong commitment to quality assurance and extensive expertise in product testing, we set standards for precision, reliability, and compliance.
Our many years of experience and in-depth technical knowledge enable us to test, classify, and certify a comprehensive range of products in accordance with stringent national and European standards. In doing so, we contribute to ensuring product safety, performance, and environmental compatibility.
- As an EU-certified testing body for reaction to fire and fire resistance in accordance with the Construction Products Regulation No. 305/2011
- Our services include recognized testing, inspection, and certification in line with national building regulations, with a particular focus on the behavior of construction products when exposed to external fire.
Participation in Standardization Committees and Panels
- Active member of Sector Group SH02 Fire Protection within the Fire Sector Group (FSG)
- Active member of EGOLF (European Group of Organisations for Fire Testing, Inspection and Certification)
- Participation in the expert committee “Fire Protection for Cable Installation Systems” at DIBt
- Participation in the standardization committee CEN/TC 263/WG 2
- Participation in the standardization committee NA 005-52-23 AA “Reaction to Fire of Facade Cladding Systems”
- Participation in the standardization committee NA 087-00-14 AA
- Participation in the DKE standardization committee K 213 “Firefighting in Electrical Installations”
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