Q-Lab Arizona: SABA adhesives and sealants subject to external UV tests

During their service life, adhesives and sealants can be exposed to all kinds of extreme climatological influences. High temperatures in the Oman desert or freezing cold in Scandinavia, exposure to high‑energy UV radiation (sunlight), salts during winter, humidity, water, ice, etc. As well as exposure to the climate, there are also mechanical loads, such as fatigue. These include extremely long dynamic or variable loads, including very frequent stops and starts of public transport buses, metros and trams. 
 

SABA offers many possibilities to conduct accelerated ageing tests. The tests include simulations of extreme conditions including heat, humidity, oxygen, sunlight and vibrations. This can provide a relatively fast impression of the long-term effects of certain stresses. Our Research & Development team uses standardized ageing methods in accordance with standards including DIN and ASTM, which are accepted worldwide. If required, we also work in close collaboration with external testing institutes or universities for specific tests. One example of this is the Q-Lab in Arizona (USA).