Test possibilities materials

Our extensive knowledge of materials and damage is also used to support consultancy and research and development projects. An example is our expertise in welding plastic pipes (PE, PEX, PA, PP, etc.) and other pipe joining techniques.

Our expertise

Chemical and physical analyses 

• FTIR Spectroscopy (>200,000 reference spectra) and ATR, diffuse reflectance, Pyrolysis-FTIR
• Gas chromatography
• Extraction and identification of additives
• Determination of hydrolysis resistance in acetates (e.g., polyoxymethylene, POM), nylons, polyesters, etc.
• Gas and moisture permeability through pipe walls, components and fittings
• Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
• Thermal stability (OIT)
• Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA)
• Viscosity and porosity
• Melt Flow Rate (MFR)
• Density
• Corrosion analysis, such as:
  
  • Stress corrosion
  • Pitting corrosion 
  • Galvanic corrosion 
  • Erosion corrosion
    
    

Mechanical testing

• Tensile tests at high temperatures
• Constant load tests and creep tests
• Resistance to slow crack growth
• Internal water pressure and burst pressure tests (up to 95 °C)
• Drop, impact, tensile impact and bending tests, for example on polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
• Stress corrosion tests
• Peel tests (slow peel test and peel test)
• Tests on butt-weld joints
  
  

Microscopy

• (Stereo) light microscopy
• Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) with EDX analysis
• Microstructure determination
• Image analysis
• Fracture surface analysis
  
  

Why Kiwa Technology?

Our in-depth knowledge and advanced laboratory facilities enable us to provide detailed analyses and reliable results. Whether you need to investigate a damage case or ensure the quality of your materials, we offer the expertise and support you need.

Choose Kiwa Technology for expert material and damage analysis and ensure the highest quality and reliability. Visit our laboratory and discover how we can elevate your projects.