Climatic tests

The purpose of carrying out climatic tests is to determine the behavior of materials and structures in given environmental conditions. Simulation of various atmospheric factors allows for verification of the legitimacy of using the tested objects in a specific environment.

Climatic tests – testing capabilities

We have a wide range of high-quality equipment that allows us to conduct various climatic tests. We provide qualification in the area of high and low pressures and a wide range of temperatures, using pressure, temperature, temperature-pressure, gas and water tests, as well as leak tests using a helium detector. We have expanded our offer to include the implementation of tests in a vacuum chamber – the first such device used in Poland. The tests are carried out by qualified personnel with competence and specialized knowledge.

Scope of tests we offer:

  • tests of resistance to low and high temperatures,
  • tests of resistance to cyclic temperature changes,
  • tests of resistance to changes in temperature and atmospheric pressure,
  • tests of resistance to condensation deposits (frost and dew),
  • tests of resistance to increased humidity,
  • tests of resistance to dust,
  • tests of resistance to corrosion (salt spray),
  • tests of resistance to precipitation,
  • solar radiation resistance tests,
  • tests in vacuum.

Climatic tests – equipment

THERMO-BARO CHAMBER CLIMAS TYPE 1000 FCV 70/1 WITH SPIRALE VS CONTROLLER

  • working space dimensions: 1000 x 1000 x 1000 mm (1000 l);
  • temperature range: -70°C ÷ +180°C;
  • pressure range:
    • from atmospheric to 10 hPa – without temperature control,
    • from atmospheric to 50 hPa – with temperature control,
    • from atmospheric to 1070 hPa

CLIMATIC CHAMBER CLIMATS 4000 H 70/4G WITH SPIRALE 3 CONTROLLER

  • working space dimensions: 2000 x 1900 x 1060mm (4000 l);
  • temperature range: -70°C ÷ +180°C;
  • humidity range: 20% ÷ 95%.

CLIMATIC CHAMBER CLIMATS EXCAL 7728–HE WITH SPIRALE 3 CONTROLLER

  • working space dimensions: 900 x 950 x 900mm (770 l);
  • temperature range: -90°C ÷ +200°C;
  • speed of temperature change: 17°C/min in the temperature range from -55°C to +180°C;
  • humidity range: 20% ÷ 95%.

CLIMATIC CHAMBERS

  • working space dimensions: 2500 x 2500 x 2500 mm;
  • temperature range: -100⁰C ÷ +260⁰C;
  • temperature change rate: 2⁰C/min.

TEST POOL

  • working space dimensions: 4500 x 4500 x 4500 mm;
  • hydraulic tests: ~2900 bar;
  • gas tests: ~1720 bar.

TEST BED FOR RAPID PRESSURE CHANGES (DECOMPRESSION)

  • chamber dimensions: 770 x 800 x 800mm (490 l);
  • pressure changes from 746.7 hPa to a pressure in the range of 467 to 90 hPa;
  • pressure change time no more than 15 ms.

SALT CHAMBER TYPE SF/CCT/VH WITH EUROTHERM CONTROLLER

  • working space dimensions: 850 x 2000 x 1000mm (1700 l);
  • temperature range: from ambient temperature to +60°C (with humidity) and up to +70°C (without humidity);
  • tests in accordance with the standards: MIL STD-810E, ISO 6270-2, DIN 50.02, ASTM 13117;
  • humidity range:
    • from 50% to 95% at 20°C,
    • from 30% to 95% at 30°C,
    • from 15% to 95% at 60°C.

RAIN CHAMBER TYPE SWT 600/800 WITH SIMPATI CONTROLLER

  • working space dimensions: 1810 x 1800 x 1800mm (5800 l);
  • turntable diameter: 600 mm;
  • the capability to perform tests in accordance with: IPX1, IPX2, IPX3, IPX4, IPX5, IPX6, IPX6K.

SUNEVENT SUN/1000 SOLAR RADIATION SIMULATION CHAMBER WITH SIMPATI CONTROLLER

  • working space dimensions: 1000 x 1000 x 1000 mm (1000 l);
  • irradiation module:
    • metal halide lamp: 2500 W,
    • radiation intensity: 400-1125 W/m²,
    • light range: 280-3000 nm.

DUST CHAMBER ST 2000U WITH SIMPATI CONTROLLER

  • working space dimensions: 1000 x 1900 x 950mm (1800 l);
  • dust capacity: 5 kg of dry talc dust;
  • the capability perform tests at temperature up to 55°C and in accordance with DIN EN 60529.

N2 GAS GENERATION SYSTEM

  • liquid nitrogen tank 20 tons,
  • evaporator from the pumps,
  • bundles of 700 l cylinders gas pressure 200 bar.

HPU HYDRAULIC POWER SUPPLY CONTROLLED FROM PLC

  • capacities:

5 kpsi (~350 bar) – oil units,

20 kpsi (~1400 bar) – water units.

HELIUM DETECTOR

We perform leak detection services using a helium detection device. Localization and measurement of the size of infiltration in the objects under test can be done in two ways:

  • inside the object under test, a positive pressure of helium is generated, and the leak is searched for externally using a sniffer;
  • a vacuum is generated inside the object, while the object itself is blown with helium from the outside.
  • Two modes of testing: vacuum and sniffing.

HIGH PRESSURE GENERATORS

  • gas N2 to 25 kpsi (~1720 bar),
  • liquids up to 42 kpsi (~2900 bar).

MEASURING DEVICES – LASER TRACKER

  • Precise 3D measurements.

HYDRAULIC PRESS (CRUSHER) CONTROLLED VIA PLC, WORKING IN TWO DIRECTIONS

  • crushing force: 1.5 M lbs (push) 680 tons,
  • stretching force: 0.1 M lbs (pull) 45 tons

MULTI-CHANNEL DATA REGISTRATION SYSTEMS (DAS)

  • calibration and acquisition.