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Weather testing of doors and windows

suep — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:23:45 +0000

We are now UKAS accredited to undertake weather testing of doors and windows:
- Testing of windows and doors to BS 6375: 2009: Part 1
- Air permeability to BS EN 1026: 2000
- Watertightness to BS EN 1027: 2000
- Resistance to wind load to BS EN 12211: 2000
- BFRC air permeability
- NSAI air permeability
- R&D test days
Please contact Tina Harding for more information on 01494 452713 or email info@buildcheck.co.uk.

Product Certification – Windows & Doors Scheme (SD1)

davidmc — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:08:44 +0000

For further information on our UKAS accredited Windows & Doors Product Certification Scheme or to verify the scope of certification of our clients, please e-mail: certification@buildcheck.co.uk

We have moved!

suep — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:38:16 +0000

After out-growing our previous office, we are pleased to announce that we have moved to a larger premises. Our new contact details, including a new telephone number are below:

Build Check Ltd
Montrose House
Lancaster Road
Cressex Business Park
High Wycombe
Bucks HP12 3PY.

Telephone: 01494 452713

Full/Part Time Vacancy

suep — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 09:21:21 +0000

Activities to include:

U-value analysis

To perform simulations using “Therm” analysis software
BFRC energy ratings and related services
Consultancy advice for customers
To develop and maintain customer relations
Quotations and invoicing

Auditing (progression of job role once conversant with U-value analysis)

Undertake surveillance audits in line with Build Check Windows and Doors Certification Scheme

To assist with onsite testing

Air tightness testing

Carry out tests in accordance with ATTMA TS1, UKAS and Build Check procedures
Produce test reports/certificates
Quotations and invoicing

Acoustic testing

Carry out tests in accordance with Part E, UKAS and Build Check procedures
Produce test reports/certificates
Quotations and invoicing

Computer literacy essential. Knowledge of CAD and the construction industry desirable.

Full training provided.

Please send your CV with covering email stating expected salary to sue.peatey@buildcheck.co.uk

Acoustic testing

admin — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 10:07:50 +0000

We are pleased to announce that Build Check is now fully UKAS accredited for Sound Insulation Testing against Part E of the Building Regulations.

This complements our airtightness testing service for both domestic and commercial developments, enabling us to provide competitive rates, flexibility and a ‘one stop shop’.

Air leakage testing of dwellings

admin — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 09:32:52 +0000

Do you require an air leakage test?

Please download the following pdf document: airtest dwellings

Commercial air leakage testing

admin — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:50:44 +0000

Do you require air leakage testing?

Please download the following pdf document: Commercial air tightness

Approved BFRC Simulator

suep — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:48:45 +0000

Congratulations to Clive Cox who has become a BFRC Approved Simulator (No 047) for modelling the thermal performance of windows to achieve Window Energy Ratings. This will enable Build Check to continue to meet the ever increasing demand with swift report turnaround times.

Build Check at Glassex 2008

davidmc — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 14:35:25 +0000

Build Check are working closely with Pilkington with regards to Pilkington energiKare, carrying out BFRC simulations. As a result, Pilkington have invited Build Check on to their Glassex stand on the 8th to 10th of April to answer your questions about energiKare, BFRC U-value simulations and IA services.

Ecobuild 2008

davidmc — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 10:03:44 +0000

David Mckenna, Managing Director of Build Check, presented a seminar, entitled ‘Airtightness testing, a mandatory requirement – how to ensure a pass’ at Ecobuild 2008 on 27 February 2008. The presentation was well received by the delegates and is available here to download (pdf). Ecobuild seminar