Plastics

In plastics testing, reliable measurement is key for understanding the complex behavior of polymer materials and components. Plastics exhibit diverse mechanical properties that are influenced by varied loading conditions, environmental factors, and production histories. International standards from ASTM, ISO, and other national bodies establish the testing methodologies and parameters necessary to ensure consistent and reproducible results across laboratories and between suppliers and customers. For instance, the characterization of molding materials relies on frameworks such as ISO 10350 for single-point data, ISO 11403 for multipoint data, and ISO 17282 for design data, which are further detailed by specific standards for specimen preparation and equipment calibration. Our comprehensive plastics testing solutions cover a wide range of materials, including molding compounds, films, flexible and rigid foams, tubes, rubber and elastomers, as well as finished components.