Building Envelope Consulting
The building envelope is often the most expensive part of a construction project, so having trustworthy information is critical for managing risk.
Materials Engineering
Materials engineering is critical to understanding how materials perform under operational, environmental, and mechanical stresses. The selection, testing, and evaluation of materials directly affect safety, durability, and reliability. Kiwa supports organizations with independent materials engineering expertise that helps verify material performance, identify degradation mechanisms, and support informed design and lifecycle management decisions.
What We Do
Kiwa evaluates material selection, properties, and degradation mechanisms to support design and lifecycle decisions.
Why This Matters
Material failures can lead to asset damage, safety incidents, and costly downtime.
How Kiwa Delivers Value
Kiwa provides objective, evidence-based insight grounded in materials science.
Who We Serve
Manufacturers
Industrial operators
Our services include
Construction Engineering and Inspection
Raba Kistner has provided successful construction project administration and coordination for clients throughout the Southwestern United States and beyond since 1968.
Construction Materials Recycling
Raba Kistner consultants’ innovative approaches and technologies help clients eliminate some of their environmental liability by reducing landfill waste from construction projects.
Engineering
Kiwa PPI provides specialized engineering and technical services to support customers in designing and operating assets that are safe, reliable and compliant.
Pavement Design
Raba Kistner’s knowledge of subsurface conditions, pavement design, and materials testing allows us to develop unique solutions for both flexible and rigid pavement systems, as well as newer permeable pavement systems.
Construction Materials Engineering & Testing
Accurate sampling and accurate testing in a quality laboratory are two of the keys to making sure your construction materials meet what the project engineers specify.
FAQs about Materials Engineering
Does Kiwa support failure analysis?
Yes.