
We have installed a test rig to facilitate clients who require specific product or system testing in specialised curtain wall systems and various window and door systems.
The test-rig can perform a variety of tests, which include
The laboratory consists of two test chamber having sizes:
Tests can be tailored to suit different weather conditions. This critically helps in locating the strengths or weaknesses of individual systems.
Test reports with accurate details are generated for further improvements to the systems tested.
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Test Method
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Standard | |||||
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ASTM | BS EN | BS EN | CWCT | AS/ NZS | SS |
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Structural / wind resistance test (DWP)
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E330 | BS5368 Pt.3/ EN 77 |
12179 | Section 8 | 4284 | 212;381 |
| Air infiltration / air permeability test | E283 | BS5368 Pt.1/ EN 42 |
12153 | Section 4 | 4284 | 212;381 |
| Water penetration / water tightness test (static) | E331 | BS5368 Pt.2/ EN 86 |
12155 | Section 5 | 4284 | 212;381 |
| Water penetration / water tightness test (cyclic) | - | - | - | - | 4284 | - |
| Structural / wind resistance test (1.5 x DWP) | E330 | BS5368 Pt.3/ EN 77 |
12179 | Section 9 | 4284 | 212;381 |
| BMU restraint / washer tie back test | - | - | - | - | 4284 | - |
| Seismic / lateral displacement test | - | - | - | - | 4284 | - |