Biological Laboratory
We specialize in biological agents – particularly mold and algae in construction. Our main activities include their identification on internal and external building surfaces and in indoor air, including accredited sample collection. Our services are complemented by testing material resistance to mold and algae infestation, and testing the effectiveness of remediation products. We also offer ecotoxicity tests.
Our laboratory provides certified services in accordance with European standards and our own accredited procedures.
What we offer
The VÚSH Biological Laboratory provides comprehensive services in the field of microbiology of building materials and the determination of material ecotoxicity. Our accredited methods ensure accurate and reliable results.
Testing the Biological Resistance of Materials
Comprehensive analysis of material resistance to mold, bacteria, and other microorganisms according to applicable standards.
Overview of Tests
Ecotoxicological Tests
Assessment of the suitability of waste and building materials for use (pursuant to Decree 273/2021 Coll.), determination of hazardous waste property HP 14 – ecotoxic (pursuant to Decree 8/2021 Coll.)
Consulting and Certification
Expert consultations, preparation of certification documentation, and ensuring compliance with European standards.
Modern Equipment and Technology
Our laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment for microbiological analysis. Sample collection devices, environmental parameter definition tools, climate chambers, special incubators, and advanced microscopes enable us to perform precise measurements under controlled conditions. All equipment is regularly calibrated and certified according to international standards, ensuring reliability and reproducibility of results.
Our Services
We provide a wide range of microbiological tests and analyses for building materials, components, and entire structures. All services comply with current standards and certification requirements.
Qualitative and quantitative determination of mold on interior building surfaces
Verification of material resistance to algae and mold attack (+ aging simulation)
Determination of total mold concentration in indoor air
Testing the efficacy of biocides in construction
Determination of mold and algae on facades
Ecotoxicological tests (according to Decree 273/2021 Coll.), determination of hazardous waste property HP 14 – ecotoxic (according to Decree 8/2021 Coll.)
Monitoring of building microclimate, including evaluation of conditions for mold growth
Other specialized ecotoxicological tests
Certificate of Accreditation
The VÚSH Biological Laboratory is accredited according to ČSN EN ISO/IEC 17025:2018 for conducting tests in the field of microbiology of building materials. Accreditation is granted by the Czech Accreditation Institute, o.p.s. (ČIA). Our accreditation ensures that all tests performed meet the highest standards of quality and accuracy. The test results are internationally recognized.
VÚSH operates accredited testing laboratories according to ČSN EN ISO/IEC 17025
Frequently Asked Questions
Provádíme analytické, biologické i technologické zkoušky stavebních materiálů, výrobků a souvisejících systémů. Rozsah zahrnuje standardní normované zkoušky i individuálně navržené testovací postupy podle konkrétního zadání.
Ano. VÚSH disponuje akreditovanými laboratořemi ATElab a dlouhodobě pracuje podle požadavků na odbornou kvalitu, přesnost a opakovatelnost výsledků.
Ano. Vedle rutinního zkoušení se věnujeme i výzkumným a vývojovým úkolům, návrhu zkušebních postupů a ověřování nových materiálových řešení.
Ne. Spolupracujeme také s projektanty, investory, akademickými institucemi, veřejným sektorem i dalšími odbornými partnery, kteří potřebují podložená data, expertizu nebo vývojovou podporu.
Ano. Vývojové dílny a experimentální výroba zajišťují návrh, výrobu a ověřování prototypů, forem, laboratorních pomůcek a speciálních zařízení pro výzkum i praxi.
Ano. Součástí činnosti VÚSH je i transfer znalostí a technologií, tedy podpora při využití výsledků výzkumu v reálných aplikacích a spolupráci s průmyslem.
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MVDr. Ilona Kukletová, Ph.D.
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