What is BS EN 1605 - Deformation of thermal insulating products under compressive load about?
The quality and performance of thermal insulation products are critical when it comes to achieving operational energy efficiency in buildings, as they can effectively minimize heat loss and heat gain, as per the external weather conditions.
BS EN 1605 is a European Standard that discusses thermal insulation products for building applications. The main aim of the BS EN 1605 series is to provide manufacturers with best industry practices to demonstrate the performance of thermal insulation products, such that they are fit for its intended use.
BS EN 1605 specifies the equipment and procedures for determining the deformation occurring under specified conditions of compressive load, temperature and time.
BS EN 1605 is applicable to thermal insulating products.
Who is BS EN 1605 - Deformation of thermal insulating products under compressive load for?
BS EN 1605 on thermal insulation products is relevant to:
- Thermal and sound insulating material manufacturers
- Consultancies for thermal insulation
- Contractors
- Civil engineers
- Specifiers and installers
- Quality control and testing personnel
Why should you use BS EN 1605 - Deformation of thermal insulating products under compressive load?
The thermal deformation of a structure is considerable at elevated temperatures and has a great influence on its internal force and ultimate strength, to prevent cracks.
In this regard, BS EN 1605 specifies the apparatus requirements to test thermal insulating specimens along with the number of specimen, dimensions, conditioning and test procedures.
By accurately determining the deformation behaviour of test specimens, you can evaluate whether or not your products and materials are capable of withstanding specific loads when in use.
Thus, if you are a manufacturer of thermal insulating products, complying with BS EN 1605 can help demonstrate the performance and credibility of your product, ensuring that they are fit for purpose.
