Rubber, adhesives and coatings
Natural and synthetic materials and components such as rubber, adhesives and coatings are used in water supply networks. Design, performance and health requirements for these products are described in national and international regulations and standards, ensuring the availability of safe (drinking) water.
Kiwa facilitates an extensive portfolio of approval and testing services for products such as seals, rings and gaskets, thermoplastic elastomers, adhesives and lubricants, protective coatings and lining material, fenders and bearings.
Our services in the field of rubber, adhesives and coatings
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In Germany, plastic products of all kinds as well as rubber products that come into contact with drinking water must meet the hygienic and toxicological requirements of the guidelines of the Federal Environment Agency test (UBA). This is described in the elastomer guideline as well as in the KTW guideline.Show
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Tests and Kiwa Watermark certification guarantee compliance with the requirements of Dutch standards for products in contact with drinking water used in industrial and domestic drinking water installations.Show
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Kiwa Watertec | WRAS - Water Regulations Advisory Scheme TestingShow
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Testing and inspection for water and gas materials, components and products in accordance with various German DVGW evaluation guidelines to promote safety, hygiene and innovation – for the benefit of the environment and consumers.Show
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Tests and KOMO certification guarantee compliance with the requirements of Dutch standards for products for the building and infrastructure sector.Show
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ISO 50001 Energy Management system certification with Kiwa: conserve resources, save money and mitigate climate change.Show