Kiwa's Services
Quality, safety, health, sustainability, efficiency, control - they all come down to trust.
As an entrepreneur, you want to be able to create trust in your products, services, processes, (management) systems and employees. We are here to help you take the necessary steps, to help you evade and solve problems and to independently assess you through our Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) services. Adjacent to and stricty separated from those services, we also offer you training courses and expert consultancy in a wide variety of (international) markets and subjects.
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SATAS Certifcation, Testing and Inspection
SATAS and Kiwa cooperate to help local importers and international manufactures of building products exporting to South Africa to secure the certifications and approvals they need, as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Acoustics tests and sound insulation(6)
Airborne sound insulation of building products ISO 101402; measurement of sound absorption in reverberation chambers ISO 354; determination of sound absorption coefficient in impedance tube ISO 10534-1/2; determination of dynamic stiffness ISO 29052-1; t...
"MIC-Performance-Test"-Microbially induced sulphuric acid corrosion
The "MIC-Performance-Test" on a pilot plant scale for assessing the resistance of building products under real and particularly critical conditions in wastewater engineering plants (biogenic sulphuric acid corrosion, BSK)
Accredited Testing for Fire Extinguishing Equipment
Safety begins with tested fire extinguishers. As an accredited testing laboratory in accordance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 (D-PL 17819-01-00), we offer comprehensive testing services for portable and wheeled fire extinguishers. Our services include testing...
Acoustics tests and sound insulation(5)
Airborne sound insulation of building products ISO 101402; measurement of sound absorption in reverberation chambers ISO 354; determination of sound absorption coefficient in impedance tube ISO 10534-1/2; determination of dynamic stiffness ISO 29052-1; t...
Alkali-silica reaction testing
The alkali-silica reaction (ASR) is one of the most frequent causes of cracking due to driving reactions and efflorescence on concrete structures. All structures that are exposed to moisture are affected – from bridges and structures in contact with groun...
Transferred charge test according to DIN EN IEC 60079-0:2019-09
Test your explosion endangered products. Kiwa Primara performs “Transferred charge test” according to DIN EN IEC 60079-0:2019-09 Clause 26.17 (IEC 60079-0:2017) and DIN EN ISO 80079-36:2016-12 Annex D (ISO 80079-36:2016).
Automotive Testing Service
Kiwa Primara offers tests in the automotive sector. Li-ion batteries, on-board chargers, DC/DC converters, wall boxes and car charging stations can be tested.
Building Acoustics Testing - Precision for Optimal Sound Insulation
Airborne sound insulation of building products ISO 101402; measurement of sound absorption in reverberation chambers ISO 354; determination of sound absorption coefficient in impedance tube ISO 10534-1/2; determination of dynamic stiffness ISO 29052-1; t...
Control and Indicating Equipment (CIE) – Fire detection and fire alarm system (EN 54-2)
The EN 54-2 is applicable for Control and Indicating Equipment (CIE) used in a fire detection and fire alarm system. A fire detection and fire alarm system that communicate for the purpose of detecting fire at the earliest practicable moment.
Precast concrete parts
Kiwa performs multiple certifications for concrete, reinforcing steel, and the precast component as a composite material, offering a complete package for precast concrete components.
Acoustics tests and sound insulation(7)
Airborne sound insulation of building products ISO 101402; measurement of sound absorption in reverberation chambers ISO 354; determination of sound absorption coefficient in impedance tube ISO 10534-1/2; determination of dynamic stiffness ISO 29052-1; t...
Fire detection and fire alarm systems (EN 54 series)
The EN 54 series applies to fire detection and fire alarm systems in and around buildings composed of several components that communicate for the purpose of detecting fire at the earliest practicable moment.
Bridge inspection in accordance with DIN 1076
Bridge structures must be inspected at regular intervals in accordance with the requirements of DIN 1076 and the Federal Guidelines for the Monitoring of Structural Safety (RÜV) to detect damage at an early stage. In addition to structural durability, the...
Chloride analysis
In addition to contact with chloride-containing de-icing agents (de-icing salts), enrichment through direct contact with chemical substances or combustion residues from plastics in the event of a fire are frequent causes of chloride-induced corrosion of t...
Roof coverings, roof lights, roof windows, and ancillary products
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...
DVGW Testing and Inspection
Testing and inspection for water and gas materials, components and products in accordance with various German DVGW evaluation guidelines to promote safety, hygiene and innovation – for the benefit of the environment and consumers.
EMC Testing
EMC is emission of RF-waves from electr(on)ic appliances, which can cause interference in nearby receiving equipment. It is also the susceptibility to EMC phenomena, such as induced RF-energy, ESD, Surges, EFT and so on. Kiwa has thorough expertise...
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and PV inverters
Production of energy from renewable and decentralized energy is booming worldwide – the photovoltaic market has annual growth rates of around 20%. In order to remain successfully on the market, the safety, quality, durability and reliability of your produ...
Extinguishing Agents: Standards, Testing & Applications
Extinguishing agents are essential for active fire protection. Whether fire blankets, fire-fighting foam, or dry chemical powders – we provide information on the relevant standards, testing procedures, and fields of application. By using tested and certif...
