Non-destructive concrete scanning using GPR technology. The technology is used, among other things, for the detection of reinforcement, casting details and recesses.

Clarify the placement of e.g. reinforcement, casting details and recesses.

Non-destructive concrete scanning with GPR technology and evaluation with analysis software.

Images from the concrete scan with analysis and assessment in report form.

On site adhesion test or surface tensile strength test

To measure adhesion between layers, internal tensile strength or surface adhesion.

Dollies are adhered to the prepared/relevant surface, which is then tested until the underlying material fails. With different drilling depths, adhesion and tensile strength can be analysed at different depths. Maximum 10 kN over an Ø 50 mm area.

The results are usually reported and analyzed in a written report. Provisional results can even be given directly after testing.

Safe access to testing site

EN 50399 is a fire test method that generates data used to evaluate the fire characteristics of cables in terms of flame spread, power generation, smoke formation and burning droplets.
The test results forms a part of the basis for CE marking according to the CPR Construction Product Regulation.

In the product development context, it is important to investigate the cable's fire properties at an early stage. Fire testing according to EN 50399 generates data used to investigate flame spread, power generation, smoke formation and burning droplets. These are important parameters from a fire risk perspective.

Requirements according to the Construction Product Regulation (CPR) stipulates that cables must be CE marked and fire classified according to the Euroclass in order to be sold as construction products, meaning cables that pose major risks from a fire risk perspective are sorted out. Data from tests according to EN 50399 form the basis for CE marking with a fire classification in the Euroclasses B1_ca, B2_ca, C_ca, and D_ca.

The cable is exposed to a burner for a test time of 20 minutes. During this time the flame spread and burning droplets/particles are observed and when the test is finished, fire damaged length is measured. Flue gases emitted during testing are collected for analysis and from these data the emitted fire effect and smoke formation can be calculated.

The burner's output is 20.5 or 30 kW, depending on which fire class the cable is expected to achieve. The cable to be tested is mounted in 3.5-meter lengths on a test ladder. The lengths are mounted with spacing and the total width for cables and spaces is approximately 30 cm. During the fire test, the ladder with the cables is placed vertically against a wall in a combustion chamber. The cables are facing inwards, away from the wall. In front of the ladder the burner is placed at a distance of 7.5 cm from the cable lengths.

The fire test results are summarized in English in a test report delivered in digital format.
Video of the testing can also be obtained.

RISE holds both accreditation and notification regarding this test method why the test report is valid as a part of the CE marking documentation.

It is interesting and instructive to watch fire testing and therefore we welcome our clients to visit us at the test occasions.

Delivery time for accredited test report is usually 4-8 weeks.
Preliminary test results can be shared when the fire test has been carried out, which is usually about 4 weeks after the test material has been delivered to RISE.

Pris för brandprovning av en kabel enligt EN 50399 är 16 400 SEK.

Monteringsavgift tillkommer och beror på kabelns diameter:
5 ≤ Ø < 8 mm, 4 600 SEK
8 ≤ Ø < 13 mm, 3 500 SEK
13 ≤ Ø < 26 mm, 2 400 SEK
26 ≤ Ø < 140 mm, 1 200 SEK

Amount of material needed for testing depends on the diameter of the cable, examples:
· Ø = 5 mm, cable lengths needed: 30 pcs.
· Ø = 140 mm, lengths needed: 2 pcs.

For cables with a diameter of ≤ 5.0 mm, the cables are divided into 15 pieces. bundles with a certain number of cable lengths per bundle, examples:
· Ø = 2.0 mm, 25 cable lengths per bundle
· Ø = 5.0 mm, 4 cable lengths per bundle
Cables with smaller diameters than 2.0 mm are also tested, then more than 25 cable lengths per bundle are needed.

One cable length is 3.5 m.

EN 50575 Product standard
EN 13501-6 Fire Classification

VOLVO STD 104-0001, Flammability (burning behaviour) of interior and exterior materials

The method determines the burning rate of materials used internally in vehicles.

The main purpose of the test is to determine the burning rate of materials that are within 13 mm of the occupant compartment air space, in vehicles. Materials can be tested individually or in combination. The requirement is that the material must withstand a burning rate of 80 mm/min.

The test is conducted inside a test chamber where the test specimen is mounted horizontally. The exposed side of the test specimen is subjected to a gas flame from underneath. The burnt distance and the time taken to burn this distance is measured during the test. The result, the burning rate, is expressed in mm/min.

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

Material consumption during test:

Complete test

• Normally 5 part test. 8 specimen with dimension 100 mm x 356 mm.

Indicative test

• 1 part test. 2 specimen with dimension 100 mm x 356 mm. 

Similar test methods:

• FMVSS 302
• ISO 3795

When we use textiles such as clothing textiles, furniture fabrics, bed textiles, work clothes, etc., these are exposed to various types of wear. Abrasion is a type of wear, which can e.g. eventually lead to that the textile breaks. Knowledge of a material's abrasion properties is helpful in assessing whether the material is sufficiently abrasion re

The method aims to analyse how durable a textile material is, i.e. the abrasion resistance for different materials.

By testing the abrasion resistance of a material, you get an indication of how durable the material is. Different applications for textile materials may require different high abrasion resistance. Therefore, in order to be able to determine whether a material is suitable for use, for example, for a shirt, such as a furniture fabric on a sofa or for work clothes, it is therefore of great benefit to have knowledge of the material's abrasion properties so that one chooses the right material for the expected life-span.

The test is performed in a Martindale apparatus where small circular specimens (about 38 mm in diameter), at least three, are inserted into a specimen holder with a standard foam behind. The sample is abraded on a circular area (about 100 mm in diameter) under load against a standard wool fabric with a standard felt behind. The abrasion motion is performed according to a specific pattern, a lissajous figure. The load is either 9 kPa or 12 kPa, depending on the area of use. The test specimens are inspected at predetermined intervals specified in the method. The end point of abrasion is different depending on the material's construction (weave, knitwear, nonwoven, material with pile etc.). The end point may be thread breakage, holes, weight loss, worn-out pile, or appearance changes of various kinds. The result is reported as the number of cycles before the end point is reached.

A report in Swedish or English with received results

Normal delivery time is 5-10 working days. A more accurate delivery time is stated in the order confirmation which is sent after received order and test material.

Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standards 302 - Flammability of Interior Materials

The method determines the burning rate of materials used internally in vehicles.

The main purpose of the test is to determine the burning rate of materials that are within 13 mm of the occupant compartment air space, in vehicles. Materials can be tested individually or in combination. The requirement is that the material must withstand a burning rate of 102 mm / min.

The test is conducted inside a test chamber where the test specimen is mounted horizontally. The exposed side of the test specimen is subjected to a gas flame from underneath. The burnt distance and the time taken to burn this distance is measured during the test. The result, the burning rate, is expressed in mm/min.

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

Material consumption during test

Complete test

• 8 test specimens, with the dimension 100 mm x 356 mm. (normally 5 tests are performed unless otherwise decided)

Indicative test

• 2 test specimens, with the dimension 100 mm x 356 mm.

Similar test methods:

• ISO 3795
• VOLVO STD 104-0001

ISO 3795- Test method - Road vehicles - Determination of flammability of internal materials in cars, tractors and forest and agricultural machinery.

The method is used to determine burn rate for products used internally in vehicles.

The main purpose is to determine the burning rate of materials within 13 mm of the occupant compartment. Materials can be tested individually or in combination.

The test is conducted inside a test chamber where the test specimen is mounted horizontally. The exposed side of the test specimen is subjected to a gas flam from underneath. The burnt distance and the time taken to burn this distance is measured during the test. The result, the burning rate, is expressed in mm/min.

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

Material consumption during testing.

Complete test: 8 test specimen, in the dimension 100 mm x 356 mm.

Indicative test: 2 test specimen, in the dimension 100 mm x 356 mm.

FMVSS 302, Volvo VCS 5031,19, Volvo STD 104-0001.

Within Pipe Centre a number of services are offered from testing, evaluation, support for certification and problem solving to research- and development related to material, products and their use in pipe systems.

Pipe Centre in Gothenburg have long experience of testing and evaluation of district heating pipes, fittings and joints.The tests are performed according to known standards or after the Clients requests. RISE is one of few EuroHeat&Power approved laboratories for inspection and testing for European certification of district heating pipes.

Impartial testing and quality assurance for standardized products.

The tests are usually performed according to a method standard or other describing documents. The test parameters can also be determined together with the Client.

The Client receives a digital signed report with tests results and a comparision with possible standard requirements.

EN  253:2019 - Pipes with straight service pipe, insulation, casing pipe and pipe assembly.

EN 15698-1:2019 -  Pipes with two straigth service pipes, insulation, casing pipe and pipe assembly.

EN 15698-2:2019 - Fittings with two service pipes.

EN 448:2019 - Fittings.

EN 489-1:2019 - Joints for district heating pipes.

EN 15632-1, 2, 3 och 4 - Preinsulated flexible pipe systems - Testing and requirements.

EN 15632-1:2022 - Classification, general requirements and testing.

EN 15632-2:2022 - Bonded plastic service pipes.

EN 15632-3:2022 - Non bonded system with plastic service pipes.

EN 15632-4:2022 - Bonded metal service pipes.

ISO 5658-2 Reaction to fire tests - Spread of flame - Part 2: Lateral flame spread on building Products in vertical configuration

Fire testing according to ISO 5658-2 evaluates a material's ability to withstand a fire spreading along its surface. The method is used to classify materials for trains and is referred to by EN 45545-2 - Railway applications - Requirements for fire behaviour of materials and Components.

When we take the railway, we assume that the journey will be comfortable and safe. Fire safety is important in order to save lives in the event of an accident. Therefore, all materials and products installed in trains and subways must be fire tested according to EN 45545-2. The system has been developed by Technical Committee CEN/TC 256 ”Railway applications” at the request of the European Commission. The system is based on requirements from EU Directive 2016/797.  All contradictory national standards are revoked.

The specimen is inserted in the specimen holder together with a substrate. It is vertically positioned during the test and is exposed to heat radiation from a radiation panel. The test is conducted with a pilot flame. The time is noted when the specimen is ignited as well as when the flame reaches each of the 50 mm stations along the specimen centre line. Other parameters that are notes are the time to flame out of the flame front on the center line, the burnt length and any occurrence of burning droplets.

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

Material needed for testing

Complete test

• 6 specimens with dimensions 795 mm x 155 mm x nominal thickness (max 50 mm)

Indicative test

• 2 specimens with dimensions 795 mm x 155 mm x nominal thickness (max 50 mm)

Related standards: ISO 5660-1,       EN ISO 5659-2

Similar standard: IMO 2010 FTP Code Part 5

UL94 HB - Horizontal Burning Test

The method is intended to be used as a preliminary indication of the fire behavior of products with regard to flammability in a particular application.

 The method measures the burn rate of a product horizontally. Examples of products that can be tested in this method: plastic, rubber, and other non-metallic materials.

The test takes place in a test chamber where the specimen is mounted horizontally. A bunsen burner is applied at a 45° angle to the specimen for 30 seconds or until the flame front reach 25 mm. The time the material burns is registerd, also how long it takes for the flames to progress in the material. The result (Burning speed) is expressed in mm/min.

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

Material consumption during testing.

• Complete testing 6 specimens with dimension 125 mm x 13 mm. Max thickness 13 mm.
• Indicativ test 2 specimens with dimension 125 mm x 13 mm. Max thickness 13 mm.

Similar to UL94 HBF, HF-1 or HF-2.