Get the confidence that your construction materials are safe, compliant, and perform exactly as needed. With comprehensive testing and engineering services from ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ and our sister brands, Warringtonfire and BM Trada, you can be sure your projects meet the highest standards and are built to last.
What is construction and building materials testing and why are they important?
Construction and building materials testing is the process of evaluating the physical and chemical properties of materials used in construction projects. Required by national and international building codes, this testing ensures that all materials meet industry standards, reducing risks and enhancing the performance and longevity of structures. This means you can create safer, more durable, and efficient buildings, ultimately contributing to the overall success of the project.
Key Benefits of Building and Construction Materials Testing at ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½
- Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure your materials meet all required building codes and industry standards, thanks to our active participation in technical committees and adherence to the latest industry regulations.
- Material Performance Validation: Gain confidence with specialized testing that validates critical properties like corrosion resistance, fire safety , and structural integrity, ensuring your materials perform as needed.
- Reliable Testing for High-Quality Construction: Leverage our extensive experience in delivering top-tier construction materials testing for large-scale infrastructure and civil engineering projects.
- Long-Lasting Partnerships Built on Trust: Rely on high-quality, reliable testing services backed by long-lasting partnerships with leading building planners, consultants, architects, engineers, materials and manufacturers.
- Global Reach with On-Site Testing: Benefit from our global presence and flexible testing options, offering both on-site and laboratory services to meet your project’s specific needs.
- Expertise Across Diverse Materials: From concrete and metal to specialized materials like thermal insulating materials, fire resistant coatings and waterproofing membranes, we can test a broad spectrum of materials and systems.
- Advanced Capabilities: Access our laboratories equipped to handle diverse testing needs, including failure analysis investigations, chemical analysis, NDT and quality checks of local producers.
- Industry Leadership and Standards Development: Stay ahead with our insights, as our experts actively contribute to the latest advancements in testing and standards through participation in BSi, ASTM, ULC, and other key committees.
- Ensuring Material Safety and Durability: Rely on our comprehensive testing programs focused on validating the safety, durability, and longevity of the materials used in your construction projects.
- Advice and Guidance: Receive professional advice and technical support from our skilled engineers, ensuring that your materials meet all necessary specifications for a successful construction project.
Hassle-Free, Expert-Led Testing Services
Streamlined Testing for Complex Projects
“Element has established itself as the leader in materials testing and certification programs, providing highly skilled technical services and relevant knowledge that is helpful to the customers.”
Joe L
ICPL
Building and Construction material testing services
Our services focus on defining various performance criteria to validate material properties such as:
- Corrosion resistance
- Fire resistance
- Mechanical properties
- Moisture movement
- Thermal conductivity
- Air leakage resistance
- Water penetration resistance
- Structural properties
- Weathering effects
Standard tests for building materials
- Flow consistency
- Setting time
- Stiffening time
- Water retentivity
- Change in height
- Flexural strength
- Compressive strength
- Bond strength
- Water absorption
- Linear shrinkage
- Skid resistance
- Taber abrasion
- Tensile adhesion strength
- Expansion & bleeding
Why Choose ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½?
As an ISO/ 17025 accredited testing laboratory, ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ provides a full range of building material testing and evaluation services for construction components from our advanced laboratories in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. All our building materials testing programs are carried out in accordance with recognized standards, building codes or the requirements set by the appropriate authority (CCMC, CGSB, CSA, ICC-ES, APA, Mil Fed, ULC, ABAA, ANSI, ASTM, EN, HDB).
We have dedicated testing equipment and a team of experts committed to your success to help you complete your projects on time and within budget. We work hand-in-hand with you to give you the certainty that your materials are safe in your end application and fit for purpose, minimizing delays and keeping your project on track.
With decades of experience and a global presence, ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is your trusted partner for comprehensive construction materials testing, wherever your project takes you.
For more information about our building and construction material testing services, or to speak with an expert, contact us today.
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