Solid Fuel Wood Heater Testing
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How can we help?
Independent, accredited laboratory testing services supporting compliance, certification, and product development across Australia and New Zealand. Specialists in emissions, efficiency, and safety clearance testing to AS/NZS standards.
Our Core Testing Services
Emissions Testing
AS/NZS 4013
Particulate emissions testing conducted under controlled laboratory conditions using calibrated flue gas dilution and sampling systems. Appliances are tested across multiple burn rates to deliver compliant, representative emissions results.
Efficiency & Heat Output
AS/NZS 4012
Efficiency and thermal output testing performed in a controlled calorimeter environment. Multiple burn cycles are used to determine average efficiency and verified heat output for certification and performance claims.
Safety Clearance Testing
AS/NZS 2918
Installation safety and clearance testing for freestanding, inbuilt, and insert heaters. Instrumented rigs and temperature monitoring establish compliant clearances to surrounding combustible materials.
Laboratory Facilities & Capability
Our purpose-built laboratory is equipped with specialist test infrastructure to ensure accurate, repeatable, and traceable results in accordance with AS/NZS standards.
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Calorimeter room for efficiency and output measurement
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Flue gas dilution tunnel and particulate emissions sampling system
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Safety clearance and installation test rig
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Calibrated instrumentation and automated data acquisition
With more than 15 years wood heater testing, product development and design, we work alongside manufacturers and clients to make the compliance process straightforward, practical and as simple as possible.
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Whether developing a new model or bringing an existing heater into compliance with the latest standards, we’re here to help you get it right.
Development & Technical Support
Performance Optimisation
Diagnostic testing and analysis to identify emissions, efficiency, and combustion improvements during product development.
Custom Test Programs
Bespoke testing methods tailored to specific development, validation, or investigative requirements beyond standard compliance testing.
Technical Consultancy
Expert guidance on regulatory requirements, interpreting test results, and preparing products for certification and market entry.
Accreditation & Assurance
All testing is conducted under an ISO/IEC 17025 quality framework, ensuring independent, technically competent, and traceable results. Our reports are suitable for submission to regulators, certification bodies, and approval authorities across Australia and New Zealand.
Cannon Combustion’s NATA accreditation enables us to issue NATA-endorsed test reports in accordance with our approved Scope of Accreditation, as well as non-endorsed reports for extended testing and R&D activities.
Talk to Our Laboratory
Whether you are seeking compliance testing, certification support, or technical insight during product development, we offer a complete, end-to-end testing solution for solid fuel wood heaters.
