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What you can check using the portable equipment
The equipment in this section is designed to support the laboratory throughout all stages of testing for the paint, cosmetics, yarn, marine, automotive, accessories, coil coating and timber industries, whilst also covering aspects relating to the application of industrial coatings.
- Checking the material and application conditions
Process stability begins with checking viscosity, density and specific gravity: parameters that directly influence film spread and uniformity.
Controlling humidity, temperature and air velocity reduces variability linked to the application environment. Dispersion solutions assess product homogeneity, whilst film application and controlled application systems ensure repeatability in comparative tests.
- Thickness and characteristics of the applied film
With the right checks, the aesthetic result becomes measurable and verifiable. After application, measuring the thickness of the materials is the first structural check.
In fact, film thickness affects coverage, corrosion protection and mechanical strength. The analysis of gloss/haze, opacity, roughness and porosity assesses the surface appearance and uniformity of the film. Colour tolerances, on the other hand, are managed by monitoring: colour, colour density, colour appearance under standardised lighting conditions and comparison with colour standards.
- Mechanical strength and functional performance
There are parameters that determine the actual functionality of the cladding, beyond its aesthetic appearance.
The assessment of the coating’s performance involves several tests: adhesion tests, which are essential for evaluating its bond to the substrate; and hardness and deformation tests, which analyse the film’s ability to withstand stress without cracking or peeling. Abrasion tests, on the other hand, simulate surface wear, whilst permeability testing helps to assess the barrier performance of the protective system.
- Corrosion, salinity and long-term durability
Measuring resistance to corrosion and salinity is crucial for applications exposed to aggressive environments. Dedicated tests simulate critical conditions and verify the protection offered by the coating-substrate system.
UV testing and accelerated ageing assess changes in colour, loss of gloss and alterations to the film over time. Furthermore, proper curing has a direct impact on performance stability and resistance to degradation and micro-cracking.
Browse the catalogue to find the coating and paint testing equipment best suited to your quality control system. Alternatively, contact us directly to request further information.
