ift Rosenheim is an internationally acting scientific service provider for manufacturers of windows, curtain walls, glass, pedestrian, industrial and commercial doors and gates and all accessories. ift Rosenheim performs tests for the fitness for use of building components and various materials depending on their field of application. In this context the research institute performs testing of windows, curtain walls, building materials and glass. However, also testing of the fire safety, sound insulation, as well as testing of different building components belong to the range of activities. As notified body our research institute is authorized to issue the test reports requested for CE marking or the building supervisory test certificates, e.g. for the testing of windows, curtain walls and glass. The business activities that comprise the performance of building material tests, fire safety tests and glass tests, as well as the basic principles for CE marking or certification, will be supplemented by offering additional services such as expert opinions, seminars and congresses.

Sustainability’ is the most important future challenge for the industry as technologies need to be developed in order to make best use of resources. This is exactly the kind of application to which our technology is perfectly suited. ‘Building sustainably means acting with our grandchildren in mind’, said Hans-Dieter Hegner at this years’ Rosenheim Door Conference. We are setting trends in the fields of energy efficiency, quality and durability. This applies in particular to construction, as construction products have to last 35 years and longer. more...

ift Rosenheim, in cooperation and association with the Munich International Trade Fairs, is once again hosting a special exhibition at Bau 2011, the leading international trade fair for the construction industry, from 12th to 17th January. The trade fair will present windows, facades and construction elements which are particularly suitable for innovative energy generating homes and sustainable buildings.
The special exhibition "Green Envelope" presents how innovative energy-plus houses and sustainable building may be realised with the help of windows, facades and doors. Developers, building owners and investors receive competent and product neutral information about the technology, future requirements and necessary verifications which is important for investment decisions. Participate as one of the co-exhibitors in this show...
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The trade fair will take place from 24-27 March in Nuremberg Germany. Again, ift Rosenheim, GFF and NürnbergMesse will organise a special show, which will introduce the main trends in an objective and professional manner. ... more info

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Due to a further tightening of the requirements regarding the thermal properties of buildings and building elements, triple glazing systems are set to be used to a greater extent in the future. more info

The use of electronics and electro-mechanics is a key element in meeting increasingly tougher requirements in building construction in the following areas: Energy conservation, Comfort, Safety/security, Barrier-free building and accommodation suitable for the elderly. ... more info

Correct ventilation reduces the risk of damage caused by humidity in buildings and is a key factor to ensure a healthy indoor climate for the inhabitants of the building, contributing at the same time to a reliable building structure in terms of building physics. Controlled and deliberate ventilation is continuously growing in importance due to the fact that the building shell becomes tighter as a result of more and more stringent thermal and energy efficiency requirements. ... more info

Bonded glazing systems are glazing variants that have not yet been covered by the current standards and guidelines for windows. The objective of this Guideline is to provide support for the evaluation of the suitability of these systems. Fitness for the intended use or suitability can be demonstrated only in conjunction with a consistent and comprehensive quality assurance system. more info