Testing & Certification

Candian Compliance

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Consultancy Services

How does your product/service work?

Our expert consultants bring deep industry knowledge and do the heavy lifting—navigating the right labs, securing competitive quotes, and driving fast turnaround times. We ensure every lab partner is fully accredited, up to date, and aligned with your compliance goals—so you get results without the hassle.

Fire Testing
Comprehensive small- and large-scale fire testing for mattresses and mattress pads, including flammability, fire resistance, ignition, burn rate, smoke density, radiant panel, toxicity, combustibility, and weight loss assessments.

Fire Door Testing
Testing fire door assemblies to recognized standards, including UL 10(c), UBC 7-2 (1997) Part 1, NFPA 252, and ASTM E2074-00, ensuring compliance with positive pressure fire test requirements.

Electrical Testing
Accredited compliance testing to UL and CSA standards. Our extensive scope covers approvals across numerous recognized standards and industries.

Physical Testing
Our physical testing services include flexural, tension, compression, water absorption, water vapor permeance, linear expansion, chemical resistance, corrosion resistance, and fungi resistance.

Insulation Testing
We specialize in testing various insulation materials such as spray foam, mineral fiber, fiberglass, loose-fill, and cellulose in forms like block, batt, blanket, pipe, and board. Testing standards include ICC-ES AC377, AC12, ASTM C665, C612, C726, C547, C592, and CAN/ULC-S702, S703, S704, S705, and S712.

Thermal Properties
We assess thermal performance, including R-value, long-term thermal resistance (thin slicing), K-factor, and U-value, adhering to ASTM C518, ASTM C1303, and CAN/ULC-S770 standards.

Railing Testing
Our railing testing complies with the NBC, provincial building codes, IBC, ICC AC 273/174, and ASTM E935.

Environmental & Durability Testing
Our environmental testing capabilities include salt spray, UV exposure, xenon/carbon arc, humidity, aging, freeze-thaw cycles, vapor/air permeance, and water penetration resistance. Additionally, we offer Carbon Footprint Product Certification to verify compliance with environmental legislation.

Fenestration (Windows and Doors)
We conduct fenestration testing to AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 and NAFS standards to meet the National Building Code (NBC) and provincial building codes. Energy simulation testing complies with CSA A440.2 and NFRC 100 to meet ENERGY STAR, Ontario Energy Act (OEA)

Miami Dade & Florida Building Code
We conduct all testing for Miami Dade, along with creating test plans through our counterparts in the US.
This includes Hurricane testing (TAS 201, 202, 203, E1886, E1996) STC testing as well.

Texas Hurricane Testing
All submission & testing to TDI can be achieved with SCG.

Frequently asked questions

What types of testing do you support?

We specialize in testing for building envelope systems, windows and doors, fenestration products, and construction materials—including NAFS, NFRC, ASTM, CSA, and CAN/ULC standards.

Can you help us choose the right test standard or lab?

Yes. We guide you through which test methods apply to your product and select the right accredited lab based on cost, turnaround, and scope.

Do you perform the testing in-house?

No, we work directly with ISO/IEC 17025-accredited labs across Canada and the U.S. to ensure third-party, industry-recognized testing that meets regulatory standards.

Do you only work with Canadian Companies?

No. We support clients across North America and internationally who are seeking certification for Canadian or U.S. markets.

What certifications can you help us obtain?

We assist with NAFS-11, NFRC, Energy Star, AAMA, CSA A440, SGCC, IGCC, ASTM E testing series, UL, and CAN/ULC certifications—tailored for Canadian and U.S. market entry.

Do you provide stamped engineering letters or comfort letters?

Yes. We can provide professional engineering letters where required to support permit applications or demonstrate equivalency and compliance.

Can you assist with retesting failed products?

Absolutely. We review failure reports, identify weak points, and develop strategies to retest successfully, with minimal delay.

What makes Sumit Consulting Group different from other consultants?

We offer deep technical expertise, direct lab relationships, fast response times, and full project management—from quote to certification.

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