Coatings Testing, Consultancy, Inspection and Training Services

Salt Spray Testing

Testing

Exova's coatings testing facilities allow a clear look at the properties and quality of coatings. With new and improved materials being developed and introduced at an accelerating pace, the need to efficiently and economically apply protective coatings is equally intensive. The selection of appropriate coating materials has become increasingly important as the repairing of coated surfaces becomes more costly.At Exova our modern facilities hold United Kingdom Accreditation Service (ISO 17025), we combine our skills in coating formulation and analysis with years of practical experience in product validation for the protective and marine coating manufacturers alongside heavy duty pipeline coatings for the Energy market.

Consultancy & Inspection

The wide range of experience across the various coating sectors of our staff is readily available on a consultancy basis. We regularly conduct assessments of failed systems, new product development including specification development, maintenance programmes, independent opinion and dispute resolution between parties. We provide authoritative advice within the whole coatings supply chain, that links structures, coatings and the environment. Exova can act as an expert witness/inspector for litigation / legal dsiputes associated with coatings.

Training

Exova is in partnership with NACE to offer coatings training courses across Europe.

Testing Services Offered

This service is offered from our European regional facilities located in Salford and Rotterdam.

Corrosion and Environmental Properties
Physical and Mechanical Properties
Visual Attributes
Certification
Consultancy and Inspection
Paint evaluation from design to material selection
Advisory services - surface preparation, application and coatings specifications
Coating system selection and testing
Evaluation of contractors QA/QC plans and documents
Repair and maintenance eprogrammes
Training
Fire Protection