Whether you’re an engineer, specifier, certifier, architect or project manager, you may need to review or request product test certificates.

Fosroc Technical Support Manager (Australia and New Zealand) Martin Venn provides an overview of Fosroc's approach to test certificates and how you can use them to support superior performance and results on construction projects.

What is a test certificate?

  • A test certificate is a document that contains relevant information about the performance characteristics of a particular product.
  • It typically describes the test method that was undertaken and a breakdown of the results.
  • Test certificates demonstrate that a product genuinely lives up to its performance claims.
  • They also confirm a product’s classification or type of material.

Who produces test certificates?

  • Test certificates may be produced by a manufacturer or by an independent third party.
  • At Fosroc, independent test certificates prove the performance of our wide range of our products and systems. All our test certificates are produced by reputable, independent third parties, so that our clients and customers can have 100% faith in the results.
  • A test certificate should be the result of testing that has been conducted to an approved methodology with specialist equipment and facilities.

What is the purpose of a test certificate?

  • Some products are used in areas where specific performance criteria are required. A test certificate confirms conformance to these requirements.
  • Test certificates may also be required to progress a project to the next stage, or to client handover.

How do specifiers and applicators use test certificates?

  • Specifiers and engineers can use test certificates to confirm specific performance properties for the material /product in question. This ensures the product aligns with their specific needs.

Do you have any tips for reading test certificates?

  • It’s important to have a basic understanding of the standard the test certificate is based on. For specifiers and engineers, the devil is in the detail. Pay close attention to the results to make sure the performance properties align with your requirements.

Where can I find Fosroc test certificates?

  • Fosroc test certificates are available on our website, on our dedicated Test Certificates page.
  • You can easily search for the test certificate you need.

What if I can’t find a test certificate on the Fosroc website?

  • If you would like a test certificate for a Fosroc product but can’t find it on our website, please get in touch with our team via the form at the bottom of this page.
  • There’s a good chance we have a test certificate for the product you’re interested in and can supply it to you directly.

Where else can I find detailed product information?

  • Comprehensive information about Fosroc products is housed on our website, on individual product pages.
  • Scroll to the bottom of each product page to access the:
    • Technical Data Sheet
    • Safety Data Sheet
    • Application guide
    • Spec clause
    • Key properties
    • Brochure