Kimmo Kaukanen

MSc in Machine Engineering

Fire Testing

Kimmo Kaukanen

Kimmo Kaukanen works as a fire testing expert at Measurlabs’ organic materials team. He has 20+ years of experience with fire testing, having worked at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, Eurofins, and Rakennustieto Oy in roles incorporating hands-on testing, business development, and team management. Kimmo has also participated in IMO and CEN working groups focusing on the development of fire testing standards.

Kimmo majored in machine automation and holds an MSc in machine engineering from LUT University. He has also completed additional courses on fire dynamics, safety licenses, and sales.

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Kimmo Kaukanen
Kimmo Kaukanen

October 30, 2024

EN 13501-1 standard for fire classification of construction materials: Overview of performance classes & criteria

In most cases, several reaction-to-fire tests are required to determine the correct fire performance class for construction products according to EN 13501-1.

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EN 13501-1 standard for fire classification of construction materials: Overview of performance classes & criteria

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