Ageing and Climatic Testing

Ageing and Climatic Testing

Conducting these tests is essential to assess the materials' resistance and ensure their long-term performance.

We all have sometimes faced the difficult decision of choosing between different car brands and models. This wide range of possibilities makes manufacturers seek to differentiate their products from the competition.

There are many key aspects that can differentiate a product from its competitors: price, size, design, quality or durability. One of them, durability, is one of the most important features for many clients when selecting a product. The main problem of ageing is that it takes so long to appear. For this reason, in these cases, previous experiences are very important, as well as the performance of accelerated ageing testing in a laboratory.

Ageing and climatic tests are used to measure the evolution of materials in extreme atmospheric conditions. To achieve this, a series of specific climatic and/or light conditions are recreated, typically simulating the extreme conditions the materials will endure throughout their lifespan.