Insulation Testing

Testometric supply dedicated test systems for evaluating the performance of Insulation materials. They include specialised test fixtures and software that have been specifically developed to comply with the relevant international standards.

TYPICAL TEST STANDARDS INCLUDE:-
  • ASTM C165, ASTM C203, ASTM C273, ASTM C367, ASTM C686
  • ASTM D1621, ASTM D1623, ASTM D3575
  • ANSI/ASTM D2406
  • BS EN1607
  • EN1608
  • BS EN ISO1798
  • DS EN ISO3386-1
  • BS3837, BS4370, BS4443, BS5241
  • BS EN12090
  • EN12430, EN12431
  • DIN 53577
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Description

Testometric provides dedicated test systems for evaluating the performance of insulation materials. These systems feature specialized test fixtures and advanced software developed to comply with relevant international standards.

  • Specialized Test Fixtures: Custom-designed to test a variety of insulation materials, ensuring precise and reliable results.
  • Advanced Software: Tailored to meet international standards, offering detailed analysis and comprehensive reporting capabilities.
Typical Test Standards:
  • ASTM C165: Test Method for Measuring Compressive Strength of Insulation Materials.
  • ASTM C203: Test Method for Breaking Load and Flexural Properties of Insulating Materials.
  • ASTM C273: Test Method for Shear Properties of Sandwich Core Materials.
  • ASTM C367: Test Method for Thermal Insulation Properties of Rigid Cellular Materials.
  • ASTM C686: Test Method for Measuring the Performance of Insulation Materials under Compressive Loads.
  • ASTM D1621: Test Method for Compressive Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
  • ASTM D1623: Test Method for Tensile and Shear Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
  • ASTM D3575: Test Methods for Flexible Cellular Materials Made from Olefin Polymers.
  • ANSI/ASTM D2406: Test Method for Evaluating the Dimensional Stability of Insulation Materials.
  • BS EN 1607: Determination of Compressive Strength of Thermal Insulating Products.
  • EN 1608: Determination of the Elastic Modulus of Thermal Insulating Products.
  • BS EN ISO 1798: Determination of the Resistance to Compression of Thermal Insulating Products.
  • BS EN ISO 3386-1: Determination of the Compression Set of Thermal Insulating Products.
  • BS 3837: Specification for Thermal Insulating Products.
  • BS 4370: Specification for Rigid Thermal Insulating Products.
  • BS 4443: Method for Testing Thermal Insulating Products.
  • BS 5241: Method for Testing Rigid Thermal Insulating Products.
  • BS EN 12090: Determination of the Water Vapour Transmission Rate of Insulating Products.
  • EN 12430: Method for Determining the Thermal Conductivity of Insulating Products.
  • EN 12431: Method for Testing the Performance of Insulating Materials under Load.
  • DIN 53577: Test Method for Measuring the Thermal Conductivity of Insulation Materials.

These systems are designed to ensure that insulation materials meet stringent performance and safety standards, providing reliable and accurate testing solutions for the building and construction industry.