Chemicals testing is vital across various industries, particularly in manufacturing adhesives, sealants, paints, and coatings. These materials, essential for construction, automotive, and consumer goods, must undergo rigorous evaluation to meet performance standards and comply with environmental regulations. With the rise in sustainable practices, chemicals testing ensures that these products are both reliable and environmentally safe.
Our UK leading material testing laboratory offers testing that ranges from consulting and inspection to analytical services. The types of tests vary widely, with each addressing a specific property or potential hazard. For instance, calorific value testing helps determine energy release during combustion, vital in sectors where heat exposure is common. Flash point testing identifies flammability levels, ensuring materials can be handled safely, especially in high-heat settings. Another critical test is viscosity measurement for adhesives and sealants, as the right consistency is essential for easy application and dependable adhesion. Volatile components analysis focuses on detecting and measuring volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which can impact indoor air quality in paints and coatings. These tests ensure that the product is safe and not hazardous, supporting both compliance and consumer safety.
Chemical Testing Applications Across Key Industries
Adhesives and Sealants: Chemicals testing ensures that these materials withstand environmental factors such as temperature shifts, moisture, and chemical exposure. In construction, reliable adhesion is critical to prevent structural failures, making tests for bond strength and resistance a top priority.
Paints and Coatings: In coatings, chemicals testing verifies colour retention, UV resistance, and durability. Outdoor paints, for example, must resist fading and cracking from sun exposure, making it crucial for manufacturers to confirm their stability through these tests. Additionally, volatile solvents must be carefully tested to ensure they are not hazardous, with quantities minimised to improve safety and reduce environmental impact.
Polymers and Plastics: Testing for polymers involves analysing tensile strength, flexibility, and chemical resistance to ensure that products like pipes and films are safe and durable. Impact Solutions provides specialised testing for polymers to meet industry standards.
Impact Solutions can help you
With countless chemicals on the market and only a small fraction extensively studied, the potential risks remain uncertain. By designing safer products with fewer and more carefully selected chemicals, we can reduce these risks and create a healthier future.
Take a step towards safer solutions today.
Impact Solutions stands out for its extensive services in chemicals testing, from consultancy to advanced analysis. Companies rely on these services to ensure that their products not only meet but exceed industry standards, allowing them to confidently promote customer trust and environmental responsibility. Through conducting chemical testing, manufacturers receive invaluable insights that aid in quality control and regulatory compliance.
To find out how we can support you in testing your product, please get in touch using our enquiry form and one of our experts will guide you to the most suitable test journey.
