AB 308
ILAC MRAThe COCH Research Laboratory (PCA accreditation No. AB 308) offers comprehensive testing of heat pumps across a wide range of capacities and technologies. Our test facilities allow precise determination of energy-efficiency parameters as well as heating and cooling capacities.
We specialise in accredited tests of heat pumps operating in air/water, water/water, refrigerant/water and direct-expansion/water systems. Tests establish energy and operational characteristics for integral or separate condensers, fixed or variable capacity, and stand-alone or multi-part units.
Accredited reports support manufacturers in Ecodesign / energy labelling work and in certification paths such as Heat Pump KEYMARK. COCH is also a Notified Body under the PED Directive 2014/68/EU (EU identification number 1462).
We specialise in testing systems:
Notified Body – PED Directive
COCH is a Notified Body under the PED Directive 2014/68/EU. EU identification number assigned by the European Commission: 1462.
Comprehensive assessment of heat pump performance, safety and conformity with industry standards.
Heating/cooling capacity, electrical input, COP and EER to PN-EN 14511 and PN-EN 15879-1.
Domestic hot water to PN-EN 16147 and seasonal SCOP / SEER / ηs to PN-EN 14825 (including the accredited compensation method) and Ecodesign.
Application range, flow stoppage, power failure, defrost and condensate checks to PN-EN 14511-4.
Leak and pressure strength tests to PN-EN 378-2 / ISO 5149-2 / PN-EN 14276, including PED conformity support.
A-weighted sound pressure and sound power to PN-EN 12102-1/2 and ISO 3744 / 3746.
Household and similar equipment safety for heat pumps, air conditioners and dehumidifiers — PN-EN 60335-2-40.
Laboratory testing, ITT and factory inspection support for Heat Pump KEYMARK certification.
Thermo-climatic chamber work and custom stands designed with the client where needed.
Core accredited measurements for space heating, ground/water, DHW and seasonal performance.
Acoustic tests complement refrigeration and heat-pump programmes (including KEYMARK). We measure A-weighted sound pressure and determine A-weighted sound power under conditions set out in PN-EN 12102-1:2018-03 (unique accredited scope in Poland for selected conditions), PN-EN 12102-2:2019-06, PN-EN ISO 3744:2011 and PN-EN ISO 3746:2011.
Our laboratory and independent certification / inspection bodies can perform the tests, verification, mark award and factory inspection needed for KEYMARK-recognised products. A Heat Pump KEYMARK granted in one country is recognised in all participating countries.
From first contact through scope definition to accredited testing and the test report.
Overview of the main stages — hover or tap a step for details.
1Contact the laboratory
Write to laboratorium@coch.pl or call the laboratory office to discuss the device and required standards.
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Write to us about the service scope, sample delivery and timeline. We prepare an individual quote after the enquiry.
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Answers about heat pump testing scope, standards, KEYMARK and accreditation.
European quality mark for heat pumps — testing, ITT and factory inspection path at COCH.
Accredited tests of commercial refrigerated display cabinets and related furniture.
Performance and capacity testing of compressors and condensing units.
COCH Kraków is the only body in Poland authorised to issue ATP certificates. PCA accreditation AB 308 with ILAC MRA recognition guarantees international acceptance of all test reports and certificates.
PCA · ILAC MRA · ACCREDITATION
The laboratory holds PCA accreditation with ILAC MRA international recognition. Certificates issued by COCH are mutually recognised by all signatory countries of the ATP Agreement worldwide.
Contact the laboratory manager to arrange heat pump testing.
Location & directions
Centralny Ośrodek Chłodnictwa „COCH”
ul. Juliusza Lea 116, 30-133 Kraków
Mon – Fri: 7:30 – 15:30
Entry via Gate No. 2 — dedicated for equipment deliveries.
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