Even during the corona pandemic, standardization work does not stand still. Therefore, the RRF is still active in the standardization committees like currently for the topic of exhaust systems (TC 166) and takes part in the web meetings on your behalf.
At first, we would like to inform you that we are still available for you in with the usual quality and service, even in this difficult phase. Due to the situation, affected customers have cancelled current projects. Therefore, free test capacities are available. If you have urgent projects due to bottlenecks or closings of other […]
On 15. And 16.01.2020, the workshop on the topic of particles again took place in the Deutschen Biomasse Forschungszentrum (DBFZ) in Leipzig. Like in the last meeting, it was organized by the Europäische Feuerstätten Arbeitsgemeinschaft (EFA), the Zentralverband Sanitär, Heizung, Klima (ZVSHK) and the Association Schornsteintechnik. Falling particulate matter levels, challenging standards and growing awareness […]
The technical committee of the ZIV (Bundesverband des Schornsteinhandwerks – Zentralinnungsverband) visited our laboratory for fireplaces and exhaust systems in Drolshagen. After the arrival of the participants, there was a detailed discussion on the current status of the standards for fireplaces for example the new head standard DIN EN 16510-1 Residential solid fuel burning appliances […]
Since 01.01.2020 we are happy about a newcomer in the RRF. Mr. Chris Schäfersküpper reinforces our team as the second technician in our laboratory in Oberhausen. His knowledge of measurements and control technology as well as a chimney sweeper complements us with new points of view and experience. We warmly welcome Chris!
In our laboratory in Drolshagen we are happy about reinforcement. Mr. Heribert Bender supports our technicians in our laboratory in Drolshagen. We look forward to his active support and warmly welcome Heribert.
In its meeting on 11. and 12. December 2019 the “Jury Umweltzeichen” did pass the “Blauer Engel” for wood burning stoves. This means that the environmental label can be applied for at the RAL gGmbH from 01. January 2020. The awarding criteria and all necessary application documents are now available in German language on the […]
The industry association Europäisches Feuerstatten Arbeitsgemeinschaft (EFA) discusses mainly political topics at the autumn conference – The RRF participates in the exchange The autumn conference of the Europäisches Feuerstatten Arbeitsgemeinschaft (EFA) which took place from 24 to 25 October 2019 in Berlin, focused mainly on political branch work in the European core market Germany. In […]
Due to our competence, we are regularly invited to expert rounds. We are glad to take this responsible part to actively participate in the legislation, climate protection and the future of the industry. 1. BImSchV In the second expert discussion, on 12 September 2019 in Berlin, regarding the evaluation of the 1. BImSchV, the […]
The secretariat of the CEN/TC 295/WG 5 has issued new information on the new European method for particle matter (PM) measurement Here you can find the content of the flyer: „ Ecodesign and particulate matter As of January 1, 2022, the European regulation on ecodesign requirements for solid fuel local space heaters will enter into […]