CEN/TS 1187, test 2  - Test method for external fire exposure to roof

The test method measures the roofing's ability to prevent flame spread when exposed to a burning wood crib. The product can be classified according to EN 13501-5 after testing. The class is called B_ROOF(t2). Test reports can be used as a basis for P marking or as part of the technical documentation when a product is CE marked.

To be able to sell a construction product in Europe, the product must be tested, classified and if possible, CE-marked in accordance with the Construction Product Regulation. To meet the technical fire requirements, there are common test methods and a common classification system, EN 13501-1, also called Euroclass. This classification system is used by all EU countries, including Norway and Iceland. In Sweden the Building Regulations, BBR, use the Euroclass system.

The test takes place inside a chamber that represents a sloping roof. The roof covering, in combination with the substrate, is mounted inside the test chamber. The tests is carried out at two different air velocity, 2 and 4 m/s. Three tests are performed at each air velocity. A wooden crib  is used as source of ignition. The test duration is 15 minutes or until the fire is extinguished or the flame has reached the upper part of the test body. During the test, the time from the test body is ignited and the time to the flame and the glow dies out. After the test, the length of damaged material is measured on the roofing and the substrate separately.

A test report, in Swedish or English, is deliverd with the test results after testing.

Material consumption during testing.

• Complete test, 6 test 2 air velocity, 10 specimen measuring 400 mm x 1000 mm.
• Indicativ test, 1 test 1 air velocity, 2 specimen measuring 400 mm x 1000 mm.

EN 1021-1:2014 – Furniture – Assessment of the ignitability of upholstered furniture – Part 1: Ignition source smouldering cigarette.

EN 1021-2:2014 – Furniture – Assessment of the ignitability of upholstered furniture – Part 2: Ignition source match flame equivalent.

The standards are used to assess the ignitability of material combinations, such as covers and fillings used in upholstered seating, when subjected to a smouldering cigarette and a match flame equivalent as ignition source.

These test methods only evaluate the ignitability of upholstery combinations. To evaluate the burning behaviour, the furniture needs to be tested in full scale with larger ignition sources.

For a upholstered furniture, the Product Safety Act applies and one of the safety risks is fire. According to the Swedish Consumer Agency, upholstered furniture sold to an individual consumer on the Swedish market must be able to withstand a glowing cigarette for a fixed time period without igniting the upholstery. The Agency then refers to the requirements according to EN 1021-1. In public environments, such as cinemas, hotels, restaurants etc., upholstered furniture should at least meet the requirements of both EN 1021-1 and EN 1021-2.  

The tests are performed in a test cabinet with a calibrated air flow. Combinations of cover fabrics and filling materials used in upholstered furniture are tested. Cover fabrics can also be tested in combination with a standard PU filling. A steel test rig is mounted with the cover and filling so that a 90º angle is formed between the seat and back. The ignition sources are located in the junction between seat and back.

During the cigarette test the test assembly is not allowed to smoulder after one hour from the beginning of the test. The test assembly is also not allowed to smoulder to the extremities of the specimen.

The test assembly is subjected to a gas flame equivalent to a match flame for 15 seconds. No flaming is allowed to continue for more than 120 seconds after removal of the burner tube.

Prior to testing, all outer coverings that have been chemically treated to reduce their ignitability shall be  subjected to a water soaking and drying procedure, described in Annex D.

A test report, in Swedish or English, is deliverd with the test results after testing.

Material needed for a complete test with 1 ignition source:

• Cover/interliner/wadding, 2 pieces with the dimensions 800 x 650 mm
• Filling, 2 pieces with the dimensions 450 x 300 x 75 mm
• Filling, 2 pieces with the dimensions 450 x 150 x 75 mm

 The thickness of 75 mm regards the filling together with any wadding.

If the filling differs between the seat, back, armrests, etc. all fillings should be tested seperately.

Similar test standards:

ISO 8191-1 and ISO 8191-2

BS 5852-1

IMO 2010 FTP Code Part 8

EN ISO 1182 - Reaction to fire tests for Products - Non-combustibility test

The fire test has been developed for constrution Products wich, whilst not completely inert, produce only a very limited amount of heat and flame when exposed to temperatures of 750º C approximately. The main purpose of the test is to classify a product A1 or A2 according to the European classification system.

To be able to sell a construction product in Europe, the product must be tested, classified and if possible, CE-marked in accordance with the Construction Product Regulation. To meet the technical fire requirements, there are common test methods and a common classification system, EN 13501-1, also called Euroclass. This classification system is used by all EU countries, including Norway and Iceland. In Sweden the Building Regulations, BBR, use the Euroclass system.

A test specimen is located inside a cylindrical furnace tube at 750 °C. The furnace and specimen temperatures are measured continuously during the test. Potential combustion of the test specimen is registered as temperature rise and/or visible flames. Mass loss of the test specimen is calculated after the test. These parameters are used to decide if the product is non-combustible or not.

A test report, in Swedish or English, is deliverd with the test results after testing.

Material consumption during test:

Complete test

• 12 test specimens, cylindrical with the diameter 45 mm and height 50 mm.

Indicative test

• 2 test specimens, cylindrical with the diameter 45 mm and height 50 mm

If the thickness of the product is thinner than 50 mm sufficient number of horizontal layers of the material shall be used to adjust the thickness to 50 mm.

Similar test methods: IMO 2010 FTP Code Part 1

RISE can conduct independent investigations, evaluations and, if necessary, limited field measurements of the ventilation function in different types of buildings. Ventilation function in the form of air flows, air quality and thermal comfort, as well as heat recovery and electrical efficiency.

As an independent part assist users and/or property owner in investigating, evaluating and, if necessary, making limited field measurements of the ventilation function in their buildings, usually in connections with them being uncertain or having complaints about the ventilation function. RISE does not carry out adjustments or routine ventilation checks, such as OVK, but refers such assignments to consultants who routinely perform this type of service.

Through RISE's accumulated and long-standing experience in the ventilation area (theoretical/academic as well as from laboratory tests and field assignments) we have a broad and deep knowledge of how ventilation systems work and what can be wrong and cause problems.

Many problems with indoor environment and/or high energy use are due to faults and deficiencies in the function of ventilation. There may be errors in the design as well as during the installation or in the operation and control of the system.

 Many times, users or operating staff have not received enough information and knowledge about how the system works and how it should be managed. 

The customer's need is identified via telephone and/or e-mail. Then an indication of price and delivery time is first given. If the customer is still interested, we may request additional documentation in the form of drawings, protocols, etc. before we write a formal quote. Since a fixed price is often difficult to give, the work is usually offered on a current hourly rate up to a maximum price. 

If the quotation is accepted, a time for ocular inspection and eventual measurements is then determined in consultation with the customer. Often, an ocular examination is enough to give a statement on the function of the ventilation and any suggestions for measures. In some cases, more detailed measurements may need to be performed, either by RISE or by another actor.

Usually, the customer receives a report that describes the background, implementation and results. For shorter projects, simplified reporting can be done via e-mail, possibly with attachments in the form of pictures, tables and/or diagrams.

 Depending on already planned assignments, project start-up time can normally vary between 1 - 4 weeks. Depending on the scope of the project and possible need for measurements, implementation can take anywhere from a few days to several months. In the latter case, of course, not full time.

Factors that affect delivery time are coordination with other actors, e.g. sub-consultants, or that certain measurements require a certain outdoor climate or a certain internal load.

Price on request for quotation. Usually on a current hourly rate up to a maximum price which can be increased after agreement with the customer.

Preparations are normally required in the form of coordination with other assignments, contacts with customers and other actors, review of documentation, find the appropriate date for on-site inspection, book any measuring equipment and means of transport.

RISE is a state-appointed body authorized to issue European Technical Assessments (ETAs). For products where no harmonized technical specification exists or can be fully applied, the ETA route is the way for manufacturers to CE mark their products.

CE marking is the key to the entire EU market. With a CE marking, you can:

• sell your products freely within Europe
• clearly demonstrate that your product meets common quality and safety requirements
• strengthen your brand through transparency and reliability

When there's no harmonized standard, an ETA is the best way to get CE marking. The ETA describes the product's features, manufacturing process, and control procedures—everything needed to give the market security and confidence.

As Sweden's Technical Assessment Body (TAB), RISE issues ETAs in all product areas. We also represent Sweden in EOTA, the European organization that develops EADs. This means that you get a partner that both drives the process and influences European guidelines.

Our work process is designed to be smooth and transparent:

1. Request
2. Quotation
3. Preparation of EAD, if missing
4. Preparation of ETA

Once all product information, manufacturing data, and control plans (FPC) are in place, we can issue an ETA.

Depending on which AVCP system the product is covered by, additional third-party review may be required. As one of Sweden's leading notified bodies, RISE can also assist with these aspects.

Once the above steps have been completed, an ETA is issued. References to ETAs are published on both the RISE website and the EOTA website.

No special preparations are required, but a clear definition of the product and its intended use, including any limitations is a great advantage.

As infrastructure projects grow in size, higher utilization of the rock material is required to keep building costs down while maintaining security. Dimensioning models and calculation, which can be used, for example in planning require detailed knowledge of rock mechanics and the properties of different rock materials.

In our rock mechanical laboratory there is equipment for rock mechanical testing which in some parts is unique in the country. This gives the opportunity to be able to carry out tests, for example in connection with the construction of infrastructure projects or for purely research purposes.

We can offer different testing methods. In addition to these, it is possible to do special tests as desired, as there is a wide range of mechanical testing equipment and extensive testing expertise in the various laboratories.

Among other things, we have carried out a large assignment for Svensk Kärnbränslehaltning AB (SKB) concerning advanced rock mechanical testing in connection with the design of the work on site investigations for the storage of spent nuclear fuel. Since then, SKB has asked for new knowledge about the mechanical properties of the rock materials. RISE has subsequently developed certain parts of the test methods to obtain new types and improved results.

We carry out many methods based on ASTM and ISRM standards. Upon request, we can incorporate more methods as we have a wide equipment bank. Our equipment is adapted for rock mechanics testing of high quality. We can perform uniaxial compression tests, triaxial compression tests, indirect tensile tests (brazilian tests), direct tensile tests, point load strength, cerchar abrasivity test, density, porosity, water content, normal load and direct shear tests, unaxial and triaxial fracture behavior etc.

We can solve transport between drilling site and RISE laboratory in Borås.

We can also drill cores from stones for testing.

The work include both accredited and non-accredited testing methods. The scope of accreditation is available upon request – please feel free to contact us for more information.

We deliver report, diagram and pictures before and after testing with white background.

In the case of normal workload, we can start testing within two weeks of receiving the sample and finish the report within one week after the end of the test.

• ASTM D7012-14e1 Standard Test Methods for Compressive Strength and Elastic Moduli of Intact Rock Core Specimens under Varying States of Stress and Temperatures
• ASTM D3967-16 Standard Test Method for Splitting Tensile Strength of Intact Rock Core Specimens  
• ASTM D5731-16 Standard Test Method for Determination of the Point Load Strength Index of Rock and Application to Rock Strength Classifications
• ASTM D2216-19 Standard Test Methods for Laboratory Determination of Water (Moisture) Content of Soil and Rock by Mass
• ASTM D7625-10 Standard Test Method for Laboratory Determination of Abrasiveness of Rock Using the CERCHAR Method
• ISRM 1974 Suggested methods for determining shear strength
• ISRM 1983 Suggested methods for determining the strength of rock materials in triaxial compression
• ISRM 2013 ISRM Suggested method for determining the abrasivity of rock by the CERCHAR Abrasivity Test
• Additional methods according to ASTM and ISRM

The Pipe Centre offers a variety of services that range from testing, evaluation and assistance with certification, to troubleshooting and R&D in materials, products and their use in pipe systems.

Testing and verification of plastic pipes according to international and european standards. RISE Pipecenter is accredited for about 120 testing methods.

RISE Pipe Center is one of the laboratories trusted by INSTA-CERT to perform audit inspections and audit testing within the scope for Nordic Poly Mark, which is the most well known certification sheme for plastic pipes in the nordic countries.

Independent testing and quality assurance for standardised products.

The testing is most commonly performed according to a method standard or other referenced document. The testing parameters can also be decided in collaboration with the client.

The client recieves a written digitally signed testing report with test results and comparison to standard requirements.

The most common product standards for RISE Pipe Center are listed below. 

• EN 12201
• EN 1555
• EN 1329
• EN 1451
• EN 1401
• EN 1852
• EN 13476-2
• EN 13476-3
• SPF 1200
• SPF 1300
• NPG PS 102
• EN ISO 13598-1
• EN ISO 13598-2
• EN ISO 15875-2
• INSTA CERT PS 102
• INSTA CERT PS 116