Our Sydney based lab has developed a unique methodology for the classification of Aluminium cladding materials (ACM) in accordance with Insurance council of Australia (ICA) categories for polymer/polyethylene content. We are one of only six organisations in Australia to be accredited by the ICA for analysis and testing of aluminium cladding materials for the building industry. We offer a suite of testing utilising Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), X ray fluorescence (XRF) and ash testing to identify the materials, composition, and combustibility of typical ACM samples. We also offer Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM-EDX) analysis for identification of fire-retardant filler if required.
We have also established methodology for assessing bulk density and other critical parameters in concrete composite materials consisting of mixtures of cementitious materials and polystyrene polymer (typically referred to as “Conpolcrete” or expanded polystyrene panels).
The lab has extensive experience in the analysis of materials including:
• Aluminium Composite Panel (ACP) cladding: Polymer and Fire-retardant mineral identification and composition analysis.
• Expanded Polystyrene Panels (EPS): Bulk density measurements, polymer and mineral identification and composition analysis.
• Insulation and sarking: Identification of material and flammability of woollen and fibrous insulations, polyurethanes, polyisocyanurates, phenolic resins and various types of sarking materials.
• Unusual cladding types including timber-based composites, resin-based composites, cementitious and gypsum materials
For any inquiries about pricing, testing or samples please contact us at ccl@unsw.edu.au or give us a call on 9348 1400.
