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BRL5110: Comply with the law with a KOMO certificate BRL 5110 for eDNA research
Get your company certified for the BRL 5110 for conducting bat research based
of eDNA method in accordance with BRL IC-200. As a certified company, you may conduct DNA trace research
and, based on the results of the DNA trace research, it is determined whether a property may be isolated without
mitigation measures.

BRL 5110 "Conducting bat surveys based on eDNA method" up for review
The draft version of BRL 5110 "KOMO process certificate for carrying out bat research based on eDNA method" has been published for criticism.

BRL-en 1332-2 and 1363 available for review
The draft version of BRL 1332-02 "KOMO process certificate for sprayed PUR foam as thermal insulation of sloping roofs" and BRL 1363"komo process certificate for in-situ application of bio-based insulation systems for thermal insulation of sloping roofs" have been published for critique.

Geopolymer concrete as a sustainable alternative to traditional concrete
The construction industry faces the challenge of drastically reducingCO2 emissions. Concrete, a widely used construction material, contributes significantly to these emissions through the use of cement.

New KOMO-BRL 2114: Strengthens Durability and Quality in Reflective Insulation Materials
SKG-IKOB has approved and published the Assessment Guideline (BRL) 2114. This guideline assesses the installation and performance of reflective insulation products for floors, facades and pitched roofs. With this, SKG-IKOB offers the construction industry a uniform way to determine the quality and effectiveness of these products.

Test facilities SKG-IKOB - Smoke-resistance tests EN 1634-3
In today's building fire safety concept, it is essential to look beyond just the fire resistance of structures.

Building Changes joins SKG-IKOB
Building Changes, a leading knowledge partner in the construction and infrastructure sector, has joined SKG-IKOB HOLDING B.V. This step marks an important milestone in Building Changes' development as an expert in organizational, process, knowledge and people development.

Spaansen Facade Ready System: Certified according to BRL 1330!
With great enthusiasm, we at SKG-IKOB announce the official certification of the Spaansen facade-ready system, fully in line with the BRL 1330!
A Milestone Achieved
On August 21, 2024, the proud representatives of Spaansen Bouwsystemen accepted their certificate. This milestone underscores our shared commitment to a safe, efficient and sustainable future in construction.

Step 3 of the Safety Culture Ladder required at ViA as of July 1, 2026
Signatories to the Governance Code of Safety in Construction (GCVB) will apply step 2 on the safety culture ladder as of Jan. 1, 2022. Its purpose is to increase safety and health awareness within the construction industry. The transition from step 2 to step 3 was planned for Jan. 1, 2025, but the GCVB has decided to postpone this transition by 1.5 years.

The Safety Culture Ladder 2.0 is effective Jan. 1, 2024
The scope of the safety culture ladder has broadened considerably in recent years. With this broadening came more comments on the Handbook / Certification Scheme as well. This has now resulted in a complete revision of the Safety Culture Ladder and the emergence of the new version: Safety Culture Ladder 2.0 (SCL 2.0).

Amendments to ISO management system standards.
On Feb. 23, 2024, ISO (International Organization for Standardization) published amendments applicable to our management system standards iso 9001 and ISO 14001, among others. Organizations with ISO 9001 or -14001 certification must consider whether climate change affects their management system goals and whether action is needed. ISO thus commits to combating and adapting to the effects of climate change.

Quality certification: also within reach for small VvE offices.
As of December 1, following the Royal Notarial Association's Model Regulations for VvE Managers, the requirements for the VvE Manager Certificate are further focused on small management offices. As a result, an independent assessment of the quality delivered by all VvE managers is within reach.

Be certified for participation in the Building Quality Assurance Act! Get certified by SKG-IKOB!
On January 1, 2024, the WKB will go into effect, also known as the Quality Assurance Act for short. This law moves the assessment of the building requirements of a structure from the municipality to an independent party, the so-called quality assurance company.

Certificate holders BRL 9500 : Using innovative recording and/or processing methods.
From the market we receive various signals that innovative recording techniques are being used and that the elaboration of the recorded data is being outsourced to companies/persons, who then have the elaboration done by non-EP-qualified persons. In some cases, these non-EP certified persons are also located abroad.

Testing of stone strips
The BRL 1330-1 "Adhesive for application in systems for facade finishing with strips" is ready. SKG-IKOB has years of experience in testing this type of system. During testing on test panels and even entire walls, the adhesive system consisting of strip, adhesive and substrate is exposed to extreme climate changes.