Ü-mark – German High-Quality Mark for Construction Products
The Ü-mark indicates the usability of a construction product in Germany according to national requirements which are not covered by CE marking.
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.
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)
An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a Type III Environmental Declaration and is regulated by ISO 14025 and EN 15804. It contains quantifiable environmental information on a European harmonized, scientific basis. An EPD is based on Life Cycle Ass...
VCA and VCU
VCA and VCU health, safety and environment certification with Kiwa: create safe working conditions for contractors and reduce accidents.
VinylPlus® Product Label Certification
The VinylPlus® Product Label Certification is aimed at all companies that manufacture and process PVC products obtained from the valorisation of plastic waste.
Precast structural concrete products
Certification of concrete construction elements distinguishes you from other companies based on quality and reliability. By partnering with Kiwa, you can get the most out of working with certification, improving your production to improve your performance...
Certification and inspection of wood based elements
Kiwa provides CE certification of wood-based panelling and claddings according to EN 14915 including fire-protected wooden panels. Kiwa is also specialized to certify wood-based elements according to some EADs (CE-marking).
Certification of Gypsum products
Gypsum products certification with Kiwa: ensure and improve your performance, meet customers’ needs and prove the quality of your products and systems. With certified products, you are assured of the use of products that meet minimum product performances ...
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...
CE-Marking of Cement, Building Lime and Other Hydraulic Binders
Kiwa supports you in obtaining the necessary certification and carries out the annual inspection of the plant as well as regular audit testing of your products in accordance with the prescribed standards.
CPR/Chimney Factory Production Controls
Kiwa provides FPC/Chimney inspection and certifications. CPR/Chimney Factory Production Controls as per EN 1856-1/-2, EN 13084-7, EN 14989-1/-2 & Certification with Kiwa: Comply with regulations, have a continuously audited & regulated workshop and produc...
Infrastructure consultancy services
Infrastructure consultancy with a focus on all sorts of pavement constructions. From municipal roads to container terminals, from dike revetments to airports. We are experts in constructions and paving materials like asphalt concrete, concrete and block p...
Kiwa UNI Testing and Certification
The KIWA-UNI mark certifies the conformity of plastic and metal components in contact with water and gas to national and international standards.
Testing, inspection and certification of concrete according to EN 206
Kiwa supports you with all services concerning testing, inspection and certification of concrete according to EN 206 and concrete products. For in-situ concrete, we inspect and certify e.g., according to national standards. Furthermore, we have all the te...
Testing, inspection and certification of floor coverings
Testing, inspection and certification of floor coverings. Waterproofing membranes including liquid applied waterproofing and kits (for waterproofing against water and/or steam).
Testing, Inspection and Certification of Geotextiles
As a notified body for geotextiles, we are accredited according to EN ISO/IEC 17025 (testing), EN ISO/IEC 17020 (inspection) and EN ISO/IEC 17065 (certification).
Testing, Inspection and Certification of Aggregates
The quality of aggregates and fillers is defined in the product standards EN 12620 (concrete), EN 13043 (asphalt), EN 13242 (unbound and hydraulically bound building materials) or EN 13383-1 (armour stone) depending on the field of application. Kiwa test...
Testing, Inspection and Certification of other CPR-Products
For construction products for which a harmonized European standard is not available (e.g. due to special features), there is the possibility of applying a voluntary CE. For the voluntary route, the first draft of a European Technical Assessment (ETA) and/...
UBA – German Evaluation Criteria for Products and Materials in Contact with Drinking Water
In Germany, plastic products of all kinds as well as rubber products that come into contact with drinking water must meet the hygienic and toxicological requirements of the guidelines of the Federal Environment Agency test (UBA). This is described in the ...
Certification and Inspection of Structural Timber Elements
Kiwa service is relevant for all carpentries and timber construction companies that produce nail plate trusses as supporting structures for roof constructions or as formwork girders. Kiwa certifices your nail plate binders according to EN 14250. Inspectio...
Certification, inspection and testing of reinforced steel
Kiwa tests, inspects and certifies reinforced steel, reinforcing bars, coils and meshes, lattice girders, de-coiled reinforcing coils.
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