Mechanical testing is one of the most practical ways to confirm how a polymer material or polymer-based component will behave under real-world loads. In simple terms, it measures how a material responds to forces such as pulling, bending, crushing, rubbing,…
Did you know that global plastics production has doubled between 2000 and 2019, reaching nearly 460 million tonnes per year? Yet, despite their ubiquity, up to 30% of polymers used in critical applications still fail to meet durability requirements. Take…
Why Has CCCT Become Essential? In advanced technical fields such as automotive, aerospace, or maritime industries, it is important to understand how materials react to corrosion under conditions that closely resemble real-life environments. The ASTM B117 testing standard, which involves…
Imagine a medication losing its effectiveness due to faulty packaging. To avoid such situations, packaging testing is essential. The tests offered by Micom Laboratories simulate real-life transport and storage conditions to ensure your product reaches its destination in perfect condition.…
Safety nets are omnipresent across various environments, ranging from amusement parks and baseball fields to construction sites. They serve a critical function: ensuring the safety of end users, whether they are spectators, climbers, or workers at risk of falling. The…
Xenon arc testing has become a fundamental technique in material testing to evaluate their resistance to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which is essential in industries ranging from automotive to aerospace and consumer goods. This method, which includes standards such as ASTM…
Medical glove testing holds paramount significance within the field of healthcare. Its criticality cannot be overstated, as this process plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the well-being of both healthcare workers and patients. The utilization of gloves is a standard…
Micom laboratories is proud to announce that it now offers the SAE J1455 standard as part of its corrosion testing and material testing services. This method provides guidelines which facilitate the conception of electronic systems and components of heavy-duty vehicles.…
Micom laboratories is delighted to announce that it now offers the ASTM F1140 standard as part of its package testing and of its medical package testing services. This method details two tests procedures which rely on the use of a…
Micom laboratories is proud to announce that it now offers the ASTM D4214 standard as part of its paint testing services. This method details four test procedures that may be used to assess the degree of chalking of exterior paint…
