Testing and calibration

To support its certification activities Kiwa Nederland owns a broad range of test facilities. Here our experts put materials, products and systems to the test to eliminate risks and, particularly, open the road to quality improvement.

Sanitary products 

In our laboratory in Rijswijk we test countless sanitary products and related products like toilet bowls, taps, water meters and water pipes. Visit the website of our Expert Centre Sanitary Appliances for further information.

Polymers 

In Nieuwegein you will find our experts in the area of polymers. Visit the website of our Expert Centre Polymers for further information on testing polymers.

Roof and facade 

In the fully equipped laboratory in Gorinchem research is carried out into the most far-ranging aspects of all current materials and systems in the area of facades and roofs. For instance, roof and facade coverings are tested for stability, composition and resistance against fixed and variable loads. Complete roof and facade systems can be tested for, among other things, water and air tightness, resistance against wind stress and big temperature fluctuations.

Gas 

In Apeldoorn we have comprehensive test and development facilities relating to gas: gas applications, distribution, quality and safety. Visit the website of Kiwa Gas Technology for further information.

Calibration 

In addition, Kiwa can help you with the calibration of your measuring equipment. We will calibrate your measuring equipment quickly and reliably. By using properly calibrated equipment you ensure that the measurements for your certification process will progress quickly and accurately. Our standards can be traced back to the national standards. If the device does not meet the specifications, Kiwa Certification can adjust it if necessary.

More information 

The March 2010 issue of Kiwa Magazine (PDF, only available in Dutch) features a comprehensive article about the Kiwa test facilities in the Netherlands, entitled ‘Meten=weten’ (Measuring equals knowing). In addition to our test facilities in the Netherlands, Kiwa offers comprehensive test facilities worldwide. Visit the Kiwa corporate website for further information.