Polymer Testing focuses on the testing, analysis and characterization of polymer materials, including both synthetic and natural or bio-based polymers. Novel testing methods and the testing of novel polymeric materials in bulk, solution and dispersion is covered. The use of polymers is so pervasive that nearly all industries have a need for polymer analysis either regularly or on an as-needed basis.
Tests conducted
• Product Testing
1. HDPE Pipe
2. PVC Pipe
3. Plastic Granules
4. Rubber (NBR)
5. Rubber (Chloroprene)
6. Rubber (Natural)
7. Rotational Moulding Tank
8. Plastic (ABS)
• Mechanical Testing
1. Tensile Strength and Elongation
2. Flexural Strength
3. Flexural Modulus
4. Compressive Strength
5. Izod Impact Test (with Notch)
6. Charpy Impact Test (with Notch)
7. Tear Strength
8. Tensile Modulus
9. Compression Set
10. Flammability
11. Hardness
12. Melt Flow Index (MFT)
13. Melt Volume Index
14. Resistance to Ozone Cracking Test
15. Oil Resistance Test
16. Heat Ageing Test
17. Heat Deflection Temperature
18. Vicat Softening Temperature
19. Conditioning/Cycling Ageing Test
• Chemical/Instrumental Analysis
1. Filler/Ash Content
2. Density/SP Gravity
3. Melting Temperature
4. Identification of Unknown Polymer
5. Confirmation of Known Polymer
6. Glass Content
7. Carbon black Content
8. Rubber Polymer Content
9. Filler Composition
10. DSC Analysis
11. TGA Analysis