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UNI EN 1932: wind resistance test on vertical blinds with retained fabric.

Istituto Giordano performs the wind load resistance test on vertical blinds with unretained fabric in the side guides, in accordance with the UNI EN 1932 standard. This test is essential for obtaining CE marking in compliance with UNI EN 13561.
In the full article: the methodology, test phases, and a video of the prototype tested by Mottura S.p.A.

Fire doors: EI or REI? CE marking or Ministerial Approval?

Fire doors are essential components for building safety, as they help limit the spread of flames and hot gases in the event of a fire. To ensure their effectiveness, these doors must undergo rigorous testing to verify their expected performance levels. Let’s explore the necessary tests, the reference standards, and why, in some cases, CE marking is mandatory, while in others, Ministerial Approval is still required.

New Test Bench for Punching Failure Tests on Self-Supporting Suspended Ceilings

We have developed a new test bench dedicated to testing self-supporting suspended ceilings, capable of realistically simulating the fall of detached masses from the slab.
The system allows for customized tests on ceilings with spans of up to 8 meters, using clay block masses with variable density and monitoring soffit deflection with precision instruments.
This innovation provides manufacturers and industry professionals with a reliable tool to validate design solutions and ensure the safety of renovation works.

DIN/TS 18194:2020 - Burglar resistance of industrial, commercial and garage doors

DIN/TS 18194:2020 defines test methods and classification criteria (RC1–RC6) to evaluate the burglar resistance of industrial, commercial and garage doors and gates, which until now have been excluded from existing European standards. Our security laboratory performs the test according to this technical specification: find out how to test and improve the security of your products.

REMADE-certified Olympic and Paralympic Torches

A symbol of the Flame Relay of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Essential torches embody a concrete and verifiable approach to sustainability.

REMADE certification ensures full traceability of the materials used and certifies the presence of recycled content, indicating the percentage by weight of the different components.

SUIT25 – The event that dresses the construction industry of the future

On September 19–20, 2025, SUIT25 came to life — a one-of-a-kind event entirely dedicated to the world of building envelopes. Two days filled with training, innovation, and networking, held at the new headquarters of Cerbone S.p.A. in Casoria (NA), a space of over 45,000 square meters designed to welcome professionals, companies, and stakeholders from across the construction industry.

Istituto Giordano was a partner of the event, with its experts leading training workshops and hosting a dedicated space for in-depth discussions on testing and certification.