Corrosion testing in the paint and surface coatings industry

In the third of this series of articles we take a look at the importance of corrosion testing for manufacturers of paints and other surface coatings

Corrosion testing is crucial for paint and surface coatings manufacturers to ensure their products provide effective and long-lasting protection.

Any substrate that is exposed especially out of doors will be subject to corrosive wear over time. In addition to natural weathering, abrasion and impact can accelerate this process.  Using a reliable and effective coating can dramatically reduce and slow this damage.

This is true for everyday paints and finishes that we might use in our own homes, right through to highly specialised coatings for industrial applications in extreme conditions.  So, from the humble tin of paint to refresh your gate to the specialised coating developed for an ocean pipeline, the principles are the same – to provide protection from the elements and longevity of coating.

Below are just some of the reasons why corrosion testing is so important to the paint and surface coatings industry

Durability and Performance: Corrosion testing helps assess the durability and performance of paints and coatings under various environmental conditions. This ensures that the products can protect surfaces from rust and degradation over time.

Quality Control: Regular testing ensures that paint formulations meet industry standards and performance expectations, leading to consistent product quality

Regulatory Compliance: Paint manufacturers must comply with various international standards, such as ISO 9227 and ASTM standards, which specify methods for corrosion testing

Material Selection: Testing helps in selecting the best materials and formulations for specific applications, whether for architectural, automotive, or industrial use

Innovation and Development: Continuous testing drives innovation, allowing manufacturers to develop new, more effective corrosion-resistant coatings

ASTMB117 is one of the most widely used Salt Spray Tests – Ascott Chambers are used around the world to deliver reliable and repeatable Salt Spray Testing.

For full compliance with ASTM B117, we also supply CorroSalt – highest purity salt that meets the following requirements:

Total Impurities; < 0.3%

Halides (Bromide, Fluoride & Iodide) excluding Chloride; <0.1%

Copper; <0.3ppm

Anti-caking agents; None

All CorroSalt is supplied with Certificate of Analysis and Certificate of Conformity.

In addition to providing world leading corrosion chambers, we also have a huge range of test equipment available at our online shop www.ascottshop.com   This includes wet and dry film measuring devices, coating performance equipment, film applicators and much more.

Offering a one stop shop for paint test equipment, we are continually adding to our range, so if there is something that you are looking for that you don’t find on our website, please contact us and we will do our best to help.

Paint and coatings manufacturers around the world have relied on Ascott to deliver reliable, accurate and repeatable results for many years. We are proud to partner with the leading names in this industry.

Contact us to find out more about our range of corrosion testing equipment to meet all needs.