Low-temperature chamber prepared for accredited testing at COCH Kraków

Accredited low-temperature chamber testing

Thermal diagnostics, Ecodesign energy labelling, EN 378 leak & pressure tests and optimisation studies in climatic chambers down to -50°C.

AB 308
PCA Accreditation
to -50°C
Temperature range
EN 378
Safety & integrity
Ecodesign
Energy labelling

What is low-temperature chamber testing and who needs it?

COCH Kraków specialises in comprehensive low-temperature testing in modern cold and climatic chambers — from standard performance checks to advanced optimisation studies, aligned with client specifications and key industry standards including EN 378.

Tests focus on detailed analysis of thermal characteristics, cooling capacity and power consumption. We also perform the complete range of testing necessary for product energy labelling, which manufacturers need to meet European regulatory requirements. Certified climatic chambers allow simulation of climatic zones and extreme environmental conditions.

Operating parameters and temperature resistance of deep-freeze installations and cabinets are assessed with reference to EN 378. Leak and pressure strength tests of refrigeration circuits follow PN-EN 378-2 / PN-EN 14276.

Work is covered by PCA AB 308 accreditation with ILAC MRA recognition — reports are accepted across the ILAC zone without repeat testing abroad.

  • Thermal parameters, cooling capacity and energy consumption in climatic chambers down to -50°C.
  • Energy labelling / Ecodesign pathway and CE New Approach conformity support.
  • Leak and pressure strength tests per PN-EN 378-2 / PN-EN 14276 (F-gas / PED).
  • Temperature mapping, electrical safety (B-mark), optimisation and expert opinions.
Accredited Laboratory
AB 308 (PCA)
International Recognition
ILAC MRA · 100+ krajów
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Scope of testing & offer

Full suite of analyses in cold and climatic chambers — performance, labelling, EN 378 integrity, mapping and safety.

We carry out standard tests and advanced optimisation research according to individual client requirements and industry standards. Comprehensive low-temperature testing gives a clear view of system performance and practical steps to improve energy ratings.

Climatic chamber for low-temperature testing at COCH Kraków

Thermal parameters, cooling capacity & energy use

High-precision measurements of performance and heat loads across the full operating cycle in controlled climatic chambers.

Complete testing for energy labelling

The full pathway of tests required to classify and label commercial refrigeration and heating equipment for the EU market.

Equipment optimisation studies

Engineering analyses aimed at raising the coefficient of performance and reducing operational energy consumption.

Temperature distribution mapping

Multi-point mapping to verify thermal stability and homogeneity inside cold storage volumes and cabinets.

CE / New Approach conformity tests

Laboratory verification supporting safe market entry under LVD, Machinery, EMC, Ecodesign and related directives.

Electrical safety (B-mark)

Electrical safety and insulation tests of refrigeration appliances, control cabinets and drives supporting the Polish B safety mark.

Leak detection & pressure strength (EN 378 / ISO 5149)

Tightness and pressure strength tests of refrigeration circuits per PN-EN 378-2 / ISO 5149-2 / PN-EN 14276 — required under F-gas and PED.

Comparative benchmarking

Independent performance comparison of equipment from different suppliers or design variants.

Technical opinions & expert reports

Independent certified laboratory opinions serving as technical evidence in commercial and market proceedings.

Custom client-specified scenarios

Bespoke measurement schedules tailored for R&D projects, with chamber temperature and humidity set to agreed limits.

Selected measured parameters

Thermal / Ecodesign
Performance & labelling
  • Energy efficiency analysis of refrigeration equipment
  • Actual cooling capacity of evaporators and condensing units
  • Power consumption under varying operational loads
  • Documentation required for energy efficiency labelling
EN 378-2ISO 5149-2PN-EN 14276
Circuit integrity
  • Leak detection in refrigeration lines and gas loops
  • Pressure strength testing of pipework, heat exchangers and units
  • Support for F-gas and PED conformity documentation
Mapping / Safety
Homogeneity & electrical safety
  • Multi-point temperature mapping inside the chamber volume
  • Identification of thermal dead zones and gradients
  • Electrical safety and insulation resistance (B-mark path)

How to order testing

This service has no public download forms. Contact the laboratory by email, use the contact page, or place an order through the order portal.

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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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Frequently asked questions

Key facts about low-temperature chamber testing, EN 378 and energy labelling at COCH Kraków.

Our low-temperature chambers can stably maintain and precisely control operating temperatures reaching down to -50°C. This supports frost-resistance testing of components, freeze–thaw simulation and checks of equipment designed for extreme climates.

Accreditation AB 308 – PCA & ILAC MRA

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 AB 308

PCA · ILAC MRA · ACCREDITATION

Refrigeration Equipment Laboratory AB 308

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

Arrange accredited low-temperature testing or ask a technical question.

mgr inż. Dorota Niedojadło

Laboratory Manager

Location & Directions

Centralny Ośrodek Chłodnictwa „COCH”

ul. Juliusza Lea 116, 30-133 Kraków

Laboratory open Mon–Fri, 7:00–15:00

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