We believe that Chiltern Fire (TRADA Technology's sister company) and sister division Chiltern Dynamics offer the most comprehensive range of testing services to the door industry in the UK. Our services include testing to the following standards:
| Test type | Standards tested to |
| Fire resistance |
BS 476: Pt 22, BS EN 1634-1 |
| Enhanced security |
PAS 24, ENV 1627, ENV 1628, ENV 1629, ENV 1630 |
| Endurance and strength |
PAS 23, BS DD 171, BS EN 1192, BS EN 1191, BS EN 12046-2, HTM 58 |
| Weather tightness |
BS 6375: Pt 1, BS EN 1026, BS EN 1027, BS EN 12211, BS EN 12427, BS EN 12489, BS EN 12444 |
Chiltern Dynamics also offers a U-Value simulation service, to enable door manufacturers to prove that their products meet the new thermal requirements of the Building Regulations (Part L)
Specifiers and end-users often require on-going high performance from doorsets in areas such as fire resistance, security and durability.
The Building Regulations and initiatives such as 'Secured By Design' place a very heavy emphasis on using independent product certification schemes as a means of ensuring that products meet the required standards.
BM TRADA (TRADA Technology's sister company) has therefore developed the following Q-Mark door certification schemes:
- Fire resistant doors and doorsets - manufacturers
- Fire resistant doorsets - installation
- Enhanced security doorsets (PAS 23 &24)
- High durability doorsets (currently under development)
Where certified products are made or installed by a member of TRADA, their details are listed in the suppliers directory
Where door products fail to live up to expectations, TRADA Technology’s consultants are able to perform a wide range of tests and analysis to understand the nature and causes of the problems experienced.
Link through to further information on:
