NATA-AccreditedIndependent Testing Australia (ITA) is an AS/ISO 17025 and NATA accredited precision material testing laboratory in Australia, specialising in the analysis of membranes and coatings used in the Australian construction industry.

Australian Material Testing Services

With a focus on quality, precision and speed, ITA is a trusted and reliable industry-leading material testing partner.

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AS/NZS 4858: Wet Area Waterproofing Membrane Testing

AS/NZS 4858 is the primary Australian standard that relates to the physical performance properties of waterproofing membranes specified for use…

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AS/NZS 4586: Slip Testing

AS/NZS 4586 is the primary Australian standard that relates to the slip resistance classifications of new pedestrian surface materials. Testing…

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Weathering & UV Exposure Testing

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight can cause material degradation, colour fading and structural changes over time. Other outdoor environmental conditions…

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Tensile Strength Testing

Tensile strength testing is a fundamental method for characterising the mechanical properties of waterproofing membranes, coatings, and other materials and…

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AS 4654.1: Waterproofing Membranes for External Above Ground Use Testing

AS 4654 is the primary Australian standard that relates to the physical performance properties of waterproofing membranes specified for use…

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CSIRO / APAS Specification AP-S4003 Waterproofing Membranes For Wet Areas

ITA is equipped to conduct the following AP-S4003 testing: · AS/ISO 13007.5 clause A.7:Water impermeability · AS/NZS 4858: Moisture…

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Adhesion Testing

Adhesion testing assesses the strength of material bonds and is vital in the manufacturing, construction, automotive and aerospace industries where…

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About ITA

ITA is committed to providing professional material testing services for membrane and coating manufacturers, developers, importers and resellers.

We provide product and system performance data that satisfies the “fit for purpose” documentation requirements of the Australian Building Code (BCA), the National Construction Code (NCC) and Australian Paint Approval Scheme specifications (APAS).