Research and Testing Laboratory

Welcome to the Research and Testing Laboratory for Solid Structures

The Research and Testing Laboratory for Solid Structures (FPM) is a scientific and technical operating unit at the Institute of Concrete and Masonry Structures and acts as an independent and neutral competence centre.

Its activities cover the following areas:

  • Research and development
  • Preparation of approvals
  • Preparation of expertises
  • Support for teaching

The FPM also carries out tests and product tests as a service for companies. Certifications of construction products are possible in co-operation with an external assessor. The expertise of the FPM is based on the variety of different tasks and the special interests of our customers. Thanks to modular and customisable test rigs, high-performance testing machines and highly qualified and committed employees, we are able to respond to a wide range of customer requirements and also handle unusual and difficult tasks to their complete satisfaction.