Accelerated Weathering Laboratory (AWL). Providing Indicators of Future Performance
We are pleased to introduce our Accelerated Weathering Laboratory now based in South Marston Park, Swindon, close to Honda Manufacturing UK.
Our laboratory shall focus on performance properties of painted, powdercoated, plated parts, adhesives, inks and other surface coatings and materials in accordance with the relevant engineering standard where perhaps facilities are not available, or where there is a time restraint on labour.
With a comprehensive range of tests and procedures we are committed to providing a competitive yet high quality service for our clients, not only to provide data, but to assist in research and development programmes where required.
AWL Ltd shall cater for Aerospace, Medical, Automotive and Non-Automotive sectors and includes the following capability:
• Cyclic Corrosion Testing including ProHesion Testing
• Neutral Salt Spray, CASS, AASS and SWAAT Testing
• Cyclic / Static Humidity and Immersion Testing
• Programmable Controlled Humidity/Thermal Cycling (-40C to +180C)
• Static Low Temperature Testing
• Xenon-Arc and QUV Weathering (Simulated Sunlight Degradation)
• Gloss and Light Reflectance Values (% Fade)
• Taber Abrasion Testing (including thin films)
• Biodegradable Performance Testing
• Prototype Engineering Facility
Should you have an interest in any of the above, or wish to discuss an item which is not included here, please contact us using the details at the bottom of the page.
Thank you for your interest in our webpage.
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Introduction to Accelerated Weathering and Environmental Testing.
Developing test methodology to accelerate the effects of time on a variety of materials exposed outdoors has been a difficult task due to all the variables associated with global location and natural weathering.
Although laboratory tests cannot guarantee results, two major categories that correlate well with real time outdoor exposure are Accelerated Weathering and Environmental Testing.
Our Laboratory has a comprehensive range of test equipment and procedures which can provide reliable indicators of future performance after long term outside exposure.
Our procedures allow us to evaluate a variety of materials for solar degradation, perforation properties, corrosion resistance and Acid Rain damage.
We are also able to provide pre and post-test data to evaluate changes in properties after accelerated weathering tests such as fade (Light Reflectance Values - LRV), gloss change for paint systems and Taber Abrasion indexes for quantifying wear performance in a variety of materials before, during and after exposure.
Colour matching and appraisal under standardised light conditions in accordance with BS 950 : Part 1 is a particularly useful tool to quantify accelerated weathering degradation, or stand alone specimens for detection of Metamerism. This is where two samples may appear exactly the same under one illuminant, but not another. For example, two car body panels after repair look the same colour in daylight, but parked under a streetlamp at night appear as different colours or shades.
AWL Ltd are active across many industrial sectors including Aerospace (JSF Project – thin films and paint systems), Automotive (UV resistant and corrosion protection systems, colour matching and appraisal), Electronic (PCB / Battery performance in harsh environments), Civil Engineering (plated structural steels, roofing and cladding performance), and Medical (UV resistance of blister packaging and pharmaceutical products). Retail (Point Of Sale colour appraisal in accordance with BS 950 : Part 1).
Our expertise enables us to consult with clients to develop specific testing programs not only to provide data, but to assist in research and development activities and quality assurance performance testing with evaluation and certification where required.
Should you have an interest in our facilities at AWL, please contact us using our details below.
Additional Weblinks which include some of our clients, suppliers and support organisations:
Aston Martin Racing
Lotus Lightweight Structures
American Society for Materials Testing
British Standards Institution
J D Engineering Services
Our laboratory shall focus on performance properties of painted, powdercoated, plated parts, adhesives, inks and other surface coatings and materials in accordance with the relevant engineering standard where perhaps facilities are not available, or where there is a time restraint on labour.
With a comprehensive range of tests and procedures we are committed to providing a competitive yet high quality service for our clients, not only to provide data, but to assist in research and development programmes where required.
AWL Ltd shall cater for Aerospace, Medical, Automotive and Non-Automotive sectors and includes the following capability:
• Cyclic Corrosion Testing including ProHesion Testing
• Neutral Salt Spray, CASS, AASS and SWAAT Testing
• Cyclic / Static Humidity and Immersion Testing
• Programmable Controlled Humidity/Thermal Cycling (-40C to +180C)
• Static Low Temperature Testing
• Xenon-Arc and QUV Weathering (Simulated Sunlight Degradation)
• Gloss and Light Reflectance Values (% Fade)
• Taber Abrasion Testing (including thin films)
• Biodegradable Performance Testing
• Prototype Engineering Facility
Should you have an interest in any of the above, or wish to discuss an item which is not included here, please contact us using the details at the bottom of the page.
Thank you for your interest in our webpage.
---------------------------------------------
For further reading, please scroll down.
Introduction to Accelerated Weathering and Environmental Testing.
Developing test methodology to accelerate the effects of time on a variety of materials exposed outdoors has been a difficult task due to all the variables associated with global location and natural weathering.
Although laboratory tests cannot guarantee results, two major categories that correlate well with real time outdoor exposure are Accelerated Weathering and Environmental Testing.
Our Laboratory has a comprehensive range of test equipment and procedures which can provide reliable indicators of future performance after long term outside exposure.
Our procedures allow us to evaluate a variety of materials for solar degradation, perforation properties, corrosion resistance and Acid Rain damage.
We are also able to provide pre and post-test data to evaluate changes in properties after accelerated weathering tests such as fade (Light Reflectance Values - LRV), gloss change for paint systems and Taber Abrasion indexes for quantifying wear performance in a variety of materials before, during and after exposure.
Colour matching and appraisal under standardised light conditions in accordance with BS 950 : Part 1 is a particularly useful tool to quantify accelerated weathering degradation, or stand alone specimens for detection of Metamerism. This is where two samples may appear exactly the same under one illuminant, but not another. For example, two car body panels after repair look the same colour in daylight, but parked under a streetlamp at night appear as different colours or shades.
AWL Ltd are active across many industrial sectors including Aerospace (JSF Project – thin films and paint systems), Automotive (UV resistant and corrosion protection systems, colour matching and appraisal), Electronic (PCB / Battery performance in harsh environments), Civil Engineering (plated structural steels, roofing and cladding performance), and Medical (UV resistance of blister packaging and pharmaceutical products). Retail (Point Of Sale colour appraisal in accordance with BS 950 : Part 1).
Our expertise enables us to consult with clients to develop specific testing programs not only to provide data, but to assist in research and development activities and quality assurance performance testing with evaluation and certification where required.
Should you have an interest in our facilities at AWL, please contact us using our details below.
Additional Weblinks which include some of our clients, suppliers and support organisations:
Aston Martin Racing
Lotus Lightweight Structures
American Society for Materials Testing
British Standards Institution
J D Engineering Services
AWL Ltd.
Berkeley House
Hunts Rise
South Marston Park
Swindon
SN3 4TG
UK
Tel 01793 834211
Fax 01793 721212
info@awlltd.co.uk
Company Reg No. 5477058