KOMO Certification and Testing
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Who is KOMO mark for?
The KOMO mark is for producers and suppliers of products like (plastic) sewerage and drainage systems, heating systems inside buildings rubbers and adhesives. Indirect the mark is aimed at stakeholders like architects, municipals, installers and building owners.
The KOMO mark indicates:
- The product meets the requirements in relation to health, safety, suitability and durability;
- The production process complies with the requirements for quality assurance.
KOMO evaluation guidelines by Kiwa
Evaluation of the products is carried out based on KOMO evaluation guidelines. The guidelines contain requirements with respect to the functionality and durability of the product, as well as requirements with respect to the production process at the production location.
In most cases, the requirements are based upon European standards. For rubber sealing a harmonized standard (CE-Marking) is available. The KOMO mark certification and evaluation guidelines (BRL’s) have been drafted by experts for various products, in the categories:
- KOMO, Plastics: drainage systems
- KOMO, Plastics: flexible piping systems for district heating
- KOMO, Plastics: geothermal heat exchange systems in closed circuits
- KOMO, Plastics: heating and radiator systems
- KOMO, Plastics: infiltration systems
- KOMO, Plastics: sewerage systems
- KOMO, Rubber & adhesives
- KOMO, Prefab pipes into buildings
Audit services
Various all-round inspectors can also perform audits on request as part of third-party certification schemes, such as:
- Party or acceptance approvals;
- Delivery inspections.
Benefits of KOMO mark services by Kiwa
- One single application procedure for certification of functional and process aspects.
- Evaluation guidelines includes both requirements with respect to the functionality and durability of the product, as well as requirements with respect to the production process at the location of production.
- Efficient label for sale and use of products in contact with drinking water for the Dutch market: producers and suppliers only have to deal with 1 set of requirements, and product users do not have to look any further.
- Reduce costs and time-to-market by combining tests and approval, facilitated through our international network and Global Market Access service portfolio.
- Your partner for progress as Kiwa can provide a responsive and personalized guidance through the certification process.
How to obtain a KOMO product certificate with Kiwa
After receiving your agreement to our quotation, we will conduct an admission investigation. We are investigating whether you can obtain the KOMO product certificate in accordance with the requirements we have determined. We do this by means of a company audit and prescribed laboratory tests. A positive outcome will result in receiving the KOMO certificate.
After this, the quality system - as laid down in the IKB - is regularly checked by us to ensure your product continues to meet the set requirements and your customers can be confident your product offers what they consider important; quality.
Would you like to know more about how we can help to test and become certified for the KOMO quality mark? Then please contact us.
Overview of products with KOMO quality declarations
For a complete overview of all products with KOMO quality declarations by Kiwa consult this Certified Companies and Organizations Finder.
Testing and Certification for gas components - Gastec QA
Tests conducted in Kiwa laboratories on products in contact with gas in accordance with the Gastec QA Standard ensure compliance with the quality, safety and performance requirements for placing on the Dutch market.
DIN CERTCO Approval, Testing and Inspection
Kiwa is a recognized laboratory by DIN CERTCO to provide testing and inspections services plastics piping systems for heating systems materials.
KOMO Certification and Testing for Rubbers and Adhesives
Rubbers and adhesives for non-drinking water can be certified with the KOMO quality mark. KOMO quality statements under Kiwa evaluation guidelines BRL- 2013, BRL- 2020-1, BRL- 2020-2, BRL- 5220, BRL- 5221.
KOMO Certification and Testing for Plastics Piping Systems Inside Buildings for Heating Systems
Plastics piping systems inside buildings for heating systems can be certified with the KOMO quality mark. KOMO quality statements under Kiwa evaluation guidelines BRL- 5602, BRL- 5603, BRL- 5604, BRL- 5605, BRL- 5606, BRL- 5607, BRL- 5610, BRL- 5611, BRL- 5612, BRL- K17701.
KOMO Certification and Testing of Plastic Piping Products for Drainage Systems
Plastic piping products for drainage systems can be certified with the KOMO quality mark. KOMO quality statements under Kiwa assessment guidelines BRL- 1401, 1404, 1405, 1410, 1411 and 1412.
KOMO Certification and Testing of Geothermal Heat Exchange Systems in Closed Circuits
Geothermal heat exchange systems in closed circuits for cooling and heating purposes can be certified by Kiwa for the KOMO quality mark under BRL- 5219.
KOMO Testing and Certification Prefab Pipe Passages into Buildings
Prefab pipe passages into buildings can be certified for the KOMO high quality mark. KOMO quality statements under Kiwa evaluation guidelines BRL- 3801 and BRL- 2055.
Performance Testing for Sanitary Tapware and Accessories
Mechanical, chemical, leak tightness and hydrostatic test pressure on all types of sanitary tapware, accessories, valves, back flow devices, water meters and many other devices.
