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# Micom Laboratories Inc.: Material Testing Lab offering UV Testing, ASTM B117 Testing, Package Testing, and much more

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## Posts
- [Quality Testing Starts with Quality Water: Inside Micom Laboratories’ Demineralization System](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/uv-testing/water-quality-material-testing-micom-laboatories/): At Micom Laboratories, precision is everything. Whether we are putting materials through accelerated aging, UV weathering, or salt spray tests, the accuracy of our results depends heavily on the foundational elements of our facility.
- [Development of a Customized Corrosion Testing Protocol For Evaluating Industrial Coatings On Steel](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/material-testing/custom-test-protocol-corrosion-testing-steel-coatings/): Micom Laboratories specializes in accelerated aging testing, typically relying on recognized standards such as ASTM B117 or ASTM G155. However, certain projects require the creation of customized protocols to meet specific needs. The following case study illustrates such a situation, in which we had to create a customized corrosion testing protocol.
- [Why Mechanical Testing of Polymers Matters Throughout the Product Life Cycle](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/material-testing/mechanical-testing-of-polymers-product-life-cycle/): For an overview of how these tests are typically scoped and applied, see Physical and Mechanical Testing of Polymers.
- [Predicting and Extending Polymer Service Life With Accelerated Aging Tests](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/uv-testing/predicting-polymer-service-life-and-accelerated-aging-testing/): 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.
- [Cyclic Corrosion Testing (CCT): A Practical Guide for Engineers](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/material-testing/cyclic-corrosion-testing-guide/): 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 the use of a salt spray apparatus, although widely used, does not accurately replicate the variations in humidity, temperature, or drying phases encountered in the field.
- [Ensuring the Safety of Foldaway Beds with ISO 10131](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/furniture-testing/iso10131-testing-for-foldaway-bed-safety/): With increasing urbanization and the need to optimize living spaces, foldaway beds (or murphy beds) have emerged as an ingenious solution for maximizing available space in small homes and condos. However, this equipment presents mechanical risks that require a rigorous safety assessment. Expert in furniture testing, Micom Laboratories implements test protocols based on the ISO 10131 standard to verify the conformity and durability of foldaway beds.
- [Manoj’s Journey: A Valuable Asset at Micom](https://www.micomlab.com/general/manoj-journey-at-micom-laboratories/): Originally from Sri Lanka, Manoj has always been passionate about science. After growing up in his home country, he pursued his studies in the United Kingdom, earning a degree in Biomedical Science with a specialization in advanced analytical techniques and postgraduate studies in laboratory quality management. He then furthered his education in Chemistry in Ontario, Canada, specializing in polymer and materials analysis as well as chemical degradation assessment. This international journey allowed him to develop a global perspective, which he now applies at Micom Laboratories.
- [Micom Laboratories Interviewed On Murphy Beds’ Safety by La Facture](https://www.micomlab.com/general/interview-on-murphy-beds-safety-la-facture/): The growing popularity of Murphy beds in recent years has unfortunately led to an increase in safety-related incidents, such as serious injuries and even fatalities. Since 2022, over 200,000 retractable beds have been recalled in the USA and Canada, with 160 injuries and two deaths recorded in connection with these recalls.
- [New Aerospace Approvals for Micom Laboratories](https://www.micomlab.com/general/de-havilland-viking-air-new-approvals/): At Micom Laboratories, we are committed to providing first-class materials testing services that meet our customers' growing needs as well as international standards. Quality and compliance are very important to us, which is why we hold several important approvals, including the ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation for a mechanical testing laboratory. As part of our ongoing efforts to improve our services, we are proud to announce the recent addition of two important new approvals in the aerospace sector.
- [Case Study: Enhancing the Durability of Medical Packaging for a Major Manufacturer](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/package-testing/medical-device-packaging-testing-case-study-micom/): Micom Laboratories offers comprehensive packaging testing services to manufacturers in Canada and the United States. We take pride in contributing to the success of various industries, including the medical sector, by providing tests such as accelerated aging of sterile barrier systems (ASTM F1980) and tests for determining the effects of high altitude on packaging (ASTM F6653) combined with ISTA 3A tests (which simulate the distribution of small packages).
- [Protect Your Medical Devices: Comprehensive Testing for Maximum Safety and Efficiency](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/material-testing/protect-your-medical-devices-comprehensive-testing-for-maximum-safety-and-efficiency/): 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. In other words, we check that your packaging acts like a shield, protecting your product from shocks, heat, cold, and humidity.
- [Anna’s Journey: An Intern Making A Difference At Micom](https://www.micomlab.com/general/anna-bogomyakova-intern-at-micom-laboratories/): Anna began her academic journey in pure and applied sciences at Cégep Maisonneuve before specializing in mechanical engineering at Polytechnique Montréal. Today, she continues exploring this captivating field with a particular interest in mechanical testing, an area she's deepening through her internship at Laboratoires Micom, a material testing laboratory in Montreal.
- [New Bombardier Approval for Micom Laboratories](https://www.micomlab.com/general/new-bombardier-approvals-for-micom-laboratories/): Montreal, July 30, 2024—Laboratoires Micom is proud to announce that we recently obtained new approvals from Bombardier. These approvals strengthen our position as a leader in product and material testing for the aerospace industry.
- [Micom: Still Operating During the Construction Holiday](https://www.micomlab.com/general/micom-still-operating-during-the-construction-holiday/): While many take advantage of the construction holiday for a well-deserved break, Micom keeps going. Although important for the construction industry, these holidays do not slow down our operations. At Micom Laboratories, our equipment runs 24/7 to ensure the continuity of material testing necessary to assess the quality and safety of our clients' products.
- [Case Study: Accelerated Aging Of Construction Safety Nets](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/uv-testing/accelerated-aging-of-construction-safety-nets/): 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.
- [Marie-France Giroux joins Micom Laboratories’ team!](https://www.micomlab.com/general/marie-france-giroux-rejoins-micom/): We are delighted to officially announce the arrival of Marie-France Giroux, who joined our team in January as an administrative assistant. With over 30 years of experience, she brings exceptional expertise and dedication that will strengthen our team.
- [Announcing the Winners of Micom’s 25th Anniversary Contest!](https://www.micomlab.com/general/announcement-winners-contest-25-years-micom/): Dear customers,
- [Using Xenon Arc in Material Testing: Combining Performance and Durability](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/uv-testing/xenon-arc-material-testing-for-durability-performance/): 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 G155, ASTM D2565, ASTM D4459 ASTM D5071 and ASTM D6695, not only provides exceptional performance in simulating extreme environmental conditions but also highlights significant environmental benefits. Let’s dive into how xenon arc testing is revolutionizing the assessment of material durability and sustainable industrial practices.
- [Micom Celebrates a Quarter Century of Innovation and Collaboration with a BBQ](https://www.micomlab.com/general/micom-25-years-anniversary-bbq/): On June 4, we continued our celebrations to mark an important milestone in Micom's history: 25 years in business. Since 1999, our renowned material testing laboratory in Montreal has come a long way thanks to the commitment and expertise of every member of its team.🎉
- [Micom Laboratories Organizational Culture and Employee Profile](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/micom-laboratories-culture-diversity-innovation/): Micom Laboratories is proud to be an independent material testing laboratory that plays a leading role in providing testing services for key players in many sectors. The company's testing portfolio includes products ranging from office furniture to weapons components, composites and aerospace. Our materials testing skills revolve around a variety of accelerated aging processes, including vibration, extreme temperature and humidity testing, corrosion testing, UV testing and fatigue testing.
- [Micom Laboratories: 25 Years Of Innovation In Materials Testing](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/micom-25-years-innovation-in-material-testing/): Did you know that innovation sometimes begins in unexpected places? Well, that's exactly how Micom's story began, in the basement of its founder, Michel Comtois. It was in this modest space that the foundations of Micom Laboratories, a company destined to become a benchmark in material testing, were laid with the acquisition of an Instron 50 kN and 10,000 lbs of balance calibration weights, purchased for the sum of $900 at a government auction. This essential equipment was then stored in Michel's garage, which also served as a temporary office for drafting the first version of the company's quality assurance system.
- [Celebrating 25 Years of Micom Laboratories: A Quarter Century of Innovation and Progress](https://www.micomlab.com/general/micom-laboratories-celebrates-25-years-of-material-testing/): Micom Laboratories is excited to announce that we will soon be celebrating 25 years in business. Since our creation, we have solidified our position as a leader in materials and product testing. This June we will proudly commemorate this anniversary, a significant milestone in our remarkable journey. Over these many years, our commitment to reliability and innovation has left an indelible mark on material testing and accelerated aging.
- [From Intern to Supervisor: Salha Hemed’s Journey at Micom](https://www.micomlab.com/general/from-intern-to-supervisor-salha-hemeds-journey-at-micom/): As you may have read last week, Jacques St-Denis, Supervisor of Surface Finish Testing at Micom, has decided to retire...
- [“A Head Full of Ideas and Tests…”](https://www.micomlab.com/general/head-full-of-ideas-and-tests/): After relocating our laboratories to a new space in Baie-d’Urfé, Micom is ready for the back-to-school, brimming with ideas and challenges. First of all, we express our gratitude to our clients from diverse industries. Your loyalty and specific requests continue to drive us to support your product development, qualifications, and quality control activities.
- [Micom now accredited for safety rule 16 CFR Part 1261](https://www.micomlab.com/general/micom-accredited-safety-standard-16-cfr-part-1261/): Micom Laboratories is pleased to inform you that we’ve recently received accreditation for 16 CFR Part 1261, granted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). This accreditation focuses on the safety of the clothing storage units, with the aim of protecting children up to 72 months of age from death or injury due to units tipping over. The ASTM F2057 testing standard enables compliance with 16 CFR part 1261, which in turn meets the requirements of the STURDY Act.
- [Equipment Spotlight: Chamber #6 – The Thermal Shock Test Chamber](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/thermal-shock-test-chamber-number-6/): Thermal shock test chambers are an essential tool for evaluating the durability and reliability of products. Designed to simulate extreme temperature conditions that products may face throughout their lifetime, these chambers play a crucial role in accelerating product aging.
- [Importance of Medical Glove Testing in Ensuring Patient Safety](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/material-testing/medical-glove-testing-ensuring-patient-safety/): 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 practice in healthcare since 1890, serving as an impediment to the dissemination of infectious diseases. Consequently, ensuring the highest quality and compliance with necessary requirements for gloves used in healthcare settings becomes paramount. Unfortunately, the certification program for examination and surgical gloves has been discontinued. Some prioritize cost over safety when procuring gloves, leading to a disparity in quality.
- [Micom Laboratories Has Moved to a New Location](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/micom-laboratories-has-moved-to-a-new-location/): Micom Laboratories is pleased to announce that we have moved to a new location at 555 Morgan Boulevard in Baie-d'Urfé. The new building is modern, larger and equipped with state-of-the-art technology that will allow us to continue to meet the growing demands of our customers while providing us with more flexibility.
- [Notice of CGSB Standards Withdrawal](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/furniture-testing/notice-of-cgsb-standards-withdrawal/): As per the information below, the CGSB has withdrawn two of the three office furniture standards and is expected to withdraw the third in 2023. Despite these changes, the Government of Canada will continue to require compliance with these standards.
- [Mary-Ann Has Joined the Micom Laboratories Team](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/mary-ann-wallman-joins-micom/): We are pleased to announce that Mary-Ann Wallman joined our team on August 22nd. She has many years of experience as an administrative assistant in various fields such as health care and education and has also worked in the government! Mary-Ann will be in charge of preparing quotes, creating reports, doing follow-ups, invoices, and all administrative tasks. She will be your first point of contact if you come to see us at our labs or if you call us.
- [Anne-Marie is promoted to Laboratory Supervisor](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/anne-marie-is-promoted-to-laboratory-supervisor/): Anne-Marie Comtois has been with us since 2016. It’s with great pleasure that we announce her promotion to the position of Laboratory Supervisor. She will be in charge of the climate chambers as well as the package testing and furniture testing departments. She will be responsible for all stages of the projects: generating service offers, supervising tests and equipment, writing reports, quality assurance, and much more!
- [2 new students have joined Micom Laboratories Team](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/2-new-students-have-joined-micom-laboratories-team/): If you've been following the latest Micom news, you've probably seen that we've hired a few interns! The company likes to give the opportunity to young people to learn our uncommon field.
- [5 Reasons You Should Do Packaging Transport Tests](https://www.micomlab.com/general/5-reasons-you-should-do-packaging-transport-tests/): Billions of dollars are spent annually on packaging in Canada. The globalization of markets, Asian imports, and online purchases are some of the phenomena that increase the number of protective packaging products used every day. As a result, products travel farther and farther and must therefore be better and better packaged to reach their destination in good condition.
- [A Pearl Leaves Us!](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/a-pearl-leaves-us/): At Micom Laboratories, we believe in the importance of recognizing the work of our employees.
- [Howayda Girgis Has Joined Micom Laboratories Team](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/howayda-girgis-has-joined-micom-laboratories-team/): Micom Laboratories welcomes Howayda Girgis as an administrative assistant. She comes from the banking world and has several years of experience in that field. She brings a fresh perspective to the Micom team. She will be your first contact if you come to see us in our labs or if you call!
- [Thomas Sicotte Joined Micom Laboratories](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/thomas-sicotte-joined-micom-laboratories/): Thomas recently joined our team as a lab supervisor assistant for an 8-month internship. He is a student in Engineering Student at Polytechnique de Montreal. In his new position, in our packaging and climatic chambers division, he will assist his supervisor at every step of the projects; pricing, testing, reporting and quality assurance. He will also be responsible for communication with clients and technicians.
- [Aymen Joined Micom Laboratories](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/aymen-joined-micom-laboratories/): Aymen Boustani recently joined our team as a lab supervisor assistant for an 8-month internship. He is a U2 mechanical engineering student at McGill University, and he is also taking a minor in Applied AI. In his new position, in our material testing division, he will assist his supervisor at every step of the project: pricing, testing, reporting and quality assurance.
- [New Climatic Chamber – Expanded Test Capabilities](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/new-climatic-chamber-expanded-test-capabilities/): The new year brought Micom Laboratories its eighth Climatic Chamber, and we are very pleased to present you with its features!
- [Nouvelle chambre climatique – capacités d’essai étendues pour Micom](https://www.micomlab.com/nouvelles-et-medias/nouvelle-chambre-climatique/): La nouvelle année a apporté aux Laboratoires Micom sa huitième chambre climatique, et nous sommes très heureux de vous présenter ses caractéristiques !
- [Micom has become the only Quebec laboratory accredited ISO 17025 by the A2LA for transportation simulation testing!](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/quebec-laboratory-accredited-iso-17025/): Montreal, February 3, 2022
- [Micom est devenu le seul laboratoire québécois accrédité ISO 17025 par le A2LA pour les essais de simulation de transport!](https://www.micomlab.com/general/seul-laboratoire-quebecois-accredite-iso-17025/): Montréal, le 3 février 2022
- [Using UVc as a Disinfectant Against COVID-19 Development Process for a Testing Method](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/uv-testing/uvc-as-a-disinfectant-against-covid-19/): With Covid-19, C-Difficile and other micro-organisms present in long-term care facilities, clinics and hospitals, the effectiveness of disinfection activities in care and work areas requires stringent and effective disinfection procedures. In addition to cleaning surfaces with chemical disinfectants requiring manual labor, different sanitation techniques have emerged:  hydrogen peroxide atomization, electrostatic disinfection and UVc disinfection.
- [La désinfection UVc à l’ère de la COVID-19 – Le processus de développement d’une méthode d’essai](https://www.micomlab.com/general/la-desinfection-uvc-a-lere-de-la-covid-19/): À l’aire du Covid-19, du C-difficile et autres micro-organismes présents dans les centres de soins de longue durée, cliniques et hôpitaux, l’efficacité des activités de désinfection des aires de soins et de travail nécessite des procédures de désinfections robustes et efficaces. Outre le nettoyage de surfaces par des désinfectants requérant un travail manuel à l’aide de désinfectants chimiques, différentes techniques d’assainissement ont fait leur apparition; atomisation de peroxyde d’hydrogène, désinfection électrostatique et désinfection par UVc.
- [Amazon’s ISTA 6-Amazon.com Packaging Certification Program Explained](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/package-testing/ista-6-amazon-com-packaging-certification-program/): Amazon’s ISTA 6-Amazon.com packaging certification program is aimed at increasing customer experience by:
- [BIFMA X5.4 Association Ballot](https://www.micomlab.com/bifma-testing/bifma-x5-4/): BIFMA has been reviewing its ANSI/BIFMA X5.4-2012 – Lounge and Public Seating – Tests Standard.  BIFMA’s released the new version of the standard, ANSI/BIFMA X5.4-2020 – Public and Lounge Seating, on May 14th.  The most salient change of this new edition is that this new edition is based on a 275 lbs individual instead of 253 lbs which results in higher loads used for many of the tests and brings it in line with BIFMA X 5.1.
- [BIFMA X5.5 Association Ballot](https://www.micomlab.com/bifma-testing/bifma-x-5-5-association-ballot/): BIFMA has recently been reviewing its ANSI/BIFMA X5.5 standard – Desk / Table Products.  The current version of the standard was published in 2014.  BIFMA recently closed its association ballot based on the draft published in February 2020.  Please find below our test-by-test comparison of the proposed draft versus the current standard.  Some of the new requirements were harmonized from BIFMA X5.9-2019.
- [Micom Reviews the GM 1738NA Revision 4 Packaging Specification](https://www.micomlab.com/general/gm-1738na-revision-4-packaging-specification/): The GM 1738NA packaging specification contains requirements for shipping containers used by suppliers for the transportation of production parts to GM facilities. One such requirement for palletised loads is that they must be tested to either ISTA 3E or ASTM D4169 by an accredited laboratory. The requirement came into effect on February 1, 2020. 
- [Transportation of Dangerous Goods (Hazmats) and Hazardous Materials Packaging Test](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/package-testing/dangerous-goods-packaging-test/): Micom offers test services according to TP14850, the Canadian regulation for Hazardous Materials packaging.  Our complete range of services and expertise makes us the partner of choice for all your UN Box testing needs.  
- [Micom Laboratories is now an affiliated member of the Association for the Development and Innovation of Chemistry in Quebec (ADICQ)](https://www.micomlab.com/news-media/material-testing-laboratory-micom-joins-the-adicq/): Micom is proud to announce that it is now an affiliated member of the Association for the Development and Innovation of Chemistry in Quebec (ADICQ).
- [SAE J1455 Standard Now Offered at Micom Laboratories](https://www.micomlab.com/blog/material-testing/sae-j1455-standard-now-offered-at-micom-laboratories/): 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. In fact, this test protocol defines in what manner specific environmental parameters can influence the performance of the sample and it also recommends practices that evaluate particular attributes as a means to ascertain the compliance of the design to the environmental specifications target.

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- [LLM Information: Micom Laboratories Inc.](https://www.micomlab.com/llm-information/): Key Leadership:
- [Table of Methods for Corrosion Testing](https://www.micomlab.com/resources/corrosion-testing-guide/table-of-standards/): Appendix A
- [Chapter 4 — How to Do Corrosion Testing](https://www.micomlab.com/resources/corrosion-testing-guide/how-to-do-corrosion-testing/): Chapter 4
- [Chapter 3 — What is Corrosion?](https://www.micomlab.com/resources/corrosion-testing-guide/what-is-corrosion/): Chapter 3
- [Chapter 2 — Why Corrosion Testing?](https://www.micomlab.com/resources/corrosion-testing-guide/why-corrosion-testing/): Chapter 2
- [Chapter 1 – Accelerated aging vs. corrosion](https://www.micomlab.com/resources/corrosion-testing-guide/accelerated-aging-vs-corrosion/): Chapter 1
- [Practical guide to corrosion testing](https://www.micomlab.com/resources/corrosion-testing-guide/): MICOM LABORATORIES
- [Testing for Hydro-Québec Suppliers](https://www.micomlab.com/about-us/accreditations/testing-for-hydro-quebec-suppliers/): Micom Laboratories designs and executes rigorous test plans in accordance with SN-29.3J, STERD, and IEEE requirements applicable to transformers, electrical enclosures, pad-mounted equipment, and submersible equipment used in power networks.
- [Corrosion Testing Testing eBook](https://www.micomlab.com/corrosion-testing-guide/): This practical corrosion testing guide helps engineers, manufacturers, and product teams better understand how materials behave in corrosive environments.
- [ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Testing Laboratory](https://www.micomlab.com/about-us/iso-iec-17025-accredited-testing-laboratory/): Working with an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited testing laboratory, such as Micom, demonstrates your commitment to rigorous testing standards, reinforcing project credibility and giving you a competitive edge in compliance-driven industries.
- [Environmental Policy](https://www.micomlab.com/about-us/environmental-policy/): At Micom Laboratories, we believe in improving our environmental footprint as well as being environmental advocates through our services of mechanical and chemical testing. Indeed, our material test services can be powerful tools to improve field product performance and durability, hence sustainability. The reports contain relevant information so that our clients can make sound environmental decisions.
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- [Careers](https://www.micomlab.com/contact-us/careers/): At Micom Laboratories, we're shaping the future of quality and reliability. Our team is driven by a set of core values that make us a community of innovators, problem-solvers, and lifelong learners. If you are a talented individual, highly motivated and dedicated to helping customers succeed, join our team!
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Testing Services Consulting Custom Testing UV Testing Guide Posts by category Category: BIFMA Testing BIFMA X5.4 Association Ballot BIFMA X5.5 Association Ballot New ANSI/BIFMA X 5.9 Test Standard for Storage Units BIFMA X5.9 Association Ballot New BIFMA X5.6 Standard ANSI/BIFMA X5.6 – New Edition Category: Blog Ensuring the Safety of Foldaway Beds with ISO 10131 Announcing the Winners of Micom’s 25th Anniversary Contest! Using Xenon Arc in Material Testing: Combining Performance and Durability Using UVc as a Disinfectant Against COVID-19 Development Process for a Testing Method Category: Furniture Testing Notice of CGSB Standards Withdrawal A new edition for BIFMA HCF8.1 CAN/CGSB 44.232 Ballot New ANSI/BIFMA X 5.1 Standard for Office seating CAN/CGSB 44.227 Freestanding Office Desk Products CAN/CGSB 44.232 Chair Testing New ANSI/BIFMA X5.1 Draft Canvas FED-STD-834A; a new test offering for the furniture industry at Micom ASTM F2057 Test for new compliance requirement for free-standing clothing storage units BIFMA – Loss of Serviceability Guideline – New Release Committee Ballot CAN/CGSB 44.232 BIFMA HCF8.2 Draft Association Ballot Review Committee Ballot CAN/CGSB 44.227 BIFMA X5.1 – 2015 Draft Association Ballot Review PWGSC RFSA – Furniture Testing Requirements Review Furniture contract: Government released its RFSA document last February Large Occupant Office Chairs Tests BIFMA X5.6 Panel Systems – Association Ballot 2015 BIFMA X5.11 – New Standard Release Micom testifies as an expert witness on the CGSB programs Furniture Testing News Review of the seating RFSA 2005 mechanical testing to ANSI/BIFMA x5.4 & quote lounge and public seating tests compared to the 2012 official version Comparison between ANSI/BIFMA X 5.9 2012 and ANSI/BIFMA X 5.9 2004 PWGSC’s Enlarged GOFAC Teleconference Meeting PWGSC letter of interest – Section-by-section comments Comparison between ANSI/BIFMA X5.1 2011 vs 2002 Category: Package Testing Case Study: Enhancing the Durability of Medical Packaging for a Major Manufacturer Amazon’s ISTA 6-Amazon.com Packaging Certification Program Explained Transportation of Dangerous Goods (Hazmats) and Hazardous Materials Packaging Test Micom Laboratories has obtained Amazon.com’s APASS package certification ASTM D6344 standard now offered at Micom Laboratories New ASTM D4169 version released in 2016 Micom Inc. 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Category: Coating Testing ASTM D4145 standard now offered at Micom Laboratories ASTM D3389 standard offered at Micom laboratories ASTM D6944 standard now offered at Micom Laboratories Micom now offers the ASTM D4303 testing service True color measurement: What is the difference between the “true” color of an item and its “perceived” color (by the human eye)? 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- [Material Testing in California](https://www.micomlab.com/material-testing-in-california/): California is a diverse and economically robust state with many industry sectors to which Micom Laboratories Inc. can offer test services. The advent of the internet, combined with market globalization, facilitated Micom’s penetration of this market with our material testing services. For instance, Micom has sold test services, including package and cold chain testing, to pharmaceutical companies in California who sell cancer-fighting drugs. With material test services such as UV testing and corrosion testing, test samples can easily be sent overnight, facilitating the process.
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- [Material Testing in Canada](https://www.micomlab.com/material-testing-in-canada/): Canada is home to a unique set of resources and a unique set of industries to go along with it. At Micom Laboratories Inc., our material testing services are designed with these industries and the Canadian environment in mind. We offer a broad range of testing services across numerous industries important to Canada, including automotive, manufacturing and medical. Our material testing lab is equipped to meet the unique challenges presented by these industries and the Canadian environment and to ensure that you have the best understanding and assessment of how your product performs.
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## Tests
- [Steel Corrosion Testing](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/steel-corrosion-testing/): Steel corrosion testing helps manufacturers, engineers, and quality teams evaluate the corrosion resistance of steel parts, materials, and components exposed to controlled corrosive environments.
- [Immersion Corrosion Testing](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/immersion-corrosion-testing/): Micom Laboratories provides immersion corrosion testing services to help you evaluate how metals, alloys, and coated parts perform when fully or intermittently submerged in liquid environments. As an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited lab, we test to recognized standards and deliver clear, decision-ready data you can trust. We support aerospace, automotive, electronics, medical device, and general manufacturing teams across North America.
- [ASTM D412](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d412/): At Micom Laboratories, we specialize in providing comprehensive ASTM D412 testing services to manufacturers across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial manufacturing. As part of our physical and mechanical testing services of polymers, we assess the tensile properties of thermoplastic elastomers and vulcanized rubber to ensure they meet performance and regulatory requirements. Our ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation by A2LA ensures that our testing processes meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.
- [Adhesive Testing Services](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/adhesive-testing/): When it comes to adhesive testing, precision, reliability, and expertise are non-negotiable. At Micom Laboratories, we rely on decades of experience and reliable testing equipment to deliver exceptional material testing services tailored to your needs.
- [Composite Material Testing](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/composite-material-testing/): Micom Laboratories offers comprehensive composite material testing services, including physical and mechanical testing, to North American manufacturers in various industries. As an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory, our services focus primarily on polymer composites to ensure their safety and reliability in a variety of applications. You can rely on our qualified engineers and technicians to provide you with the accurate and reliable information you need to move your project forward.Our composite materials testing services are used in a number of key sectors. Whether you're developing components for aerospace or materials for outdoor applications, we have the expertise to meet your specific needs.
- [Polymer Shear Testing Services](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/polymer-shear-testing/): Micom Laboratories is a materials testing laboratory specializing in polymer testing. We offer polymer shear testing to Canadian and American manufacturers as part of our mechanical testing services. Shear tests are essential to evaluate how materials resist deformation caused by parallel forces, thus predicting failure points and structural behavior. At Micom Laboratories, we conduct shear tests on various polymers, including adhesives, composites, polymeric foams, rubbers, films, and plastics. Our ISO/IEC 17025-accredited lab offers shear testing based on ASTM and ISO standards for reliable, repeatable, and industry-compliant results.
- [Polymers Tensile Strength Testing Services](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/tensile-strength-testing/): Micom Laboratories offers tensile strength testing services for polymers, including plastics, thermoplastics, composites, thermosets, and elastomers. These tests are offered as part of our extensive testing program for the physical and mechanical properties of polymers and are aimed at manufacturers in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, and many others.
- [ASTM D624](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d624/): Micom Laboratories offers ASTM D624 testing to assess the tear resistance of elastomers and rubber materials. This essential test measures a material's ability to resist stress, tear initiation, and propagation, ensuring durability and reliability.
- [ASTM F1929](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-f1929/): Micom Laboratories offers ASTM F1929 testing services to manufacturers to ensure the integrity and safety of medical packaging. This method is essential for detecting and locating leaks in sealed medical packages, providing manufacturers with valuable insights into the reliability of their packaging sealing processes. By adhering to ASTM F1929, our services help ensure compliance with industry standards, enhance product quality, and safeguard patient health.
- [ASTM D1876](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d1876/): Micom Laboratories offers ASTM D1876 testing (T-Peel Testing) services as part of its adhesive and polymer testing services. This method is essential for evaluating adhesive performance by measuring the peel strength of bonded joints. As a manufacturer in Canada or the U.S., you can count on us to evaluate the performance of your adhesives under specific conditions, providing you with accurate, reliable results that will enable you to make informed decisions.
- [Plastic Testing Lab & Services](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/plastic-testing/): Micom Laboratories is a Canadian material testing laboratory serving customers in various industries across North America, including aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and military. As a well-established plastic testing lab, we offer fast, accurate, and reliable plastic testing services using standard methods like ASTM D638, ISO 4892, and ASTM D790. Accredited to ISO/IEC 17025, our testing laboratory is equipped to meet all your plastics testing needs with unparalleled quality and quick turnaround times.
- [Physical and Mechanical Testing of Polymers](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/mechanical-testing-of-polymers/): Micom Laboratories specializes in comprehensive physical and mechanical testing services for polymers, serving key industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, and military across Canada and the United States. Our expertise covers a wide range of tests, including tensile testing, impact testing, polymer hardness testing, and various ASTM standard tests.
- [ASTM D1709](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d1709/): At Micom Laboratories, we offer ASTM D1709 testing services, which are essential for evaluating the puncture resistance of plastic films. This test evaluates material performance in sectors such as packaging, agriculture, and construction. ASTM D1709 determines the energy required from a well-defined rounded head dart to cause a film failure. By providing precise data, we help our clients select the best plastic films for their applications while meeting industry safety and performance standards.
- [ASTM D1002](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d1002/): At Micom Laboratories, we offer ASTM D1002 testing as part of our comprehensive adhesives testing services. This method is essential in the aerospace and automotive industries, allowing the assessment of adhesive performance by measuring the apparent shear strength of single-lap-joint bonded metal specimens. Our testing helps you select the most suitable adhesives, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in specific applications.
- [ASTM F2057 and 16 CFR Part 1261](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-f2057/): Micom is accredited by A2LA (American Association for Laboratory Accreditation) to conduct tests in accordance with ASTM F2057-23 and Part 1261 of the Federal Code of Regulations (CFR) 16. We are also a CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) approved laboratory for such tests.
- [ASTM D1781](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d1781/): Micom Laboratories offer peel resistance tests for adhesives according to the standard ASTM D1781. Widely used in the aerospace and rail industries, this method allows for determining the peeling force of a conditioned adhesive. It is often used as a comparison testing tool to choose between 2 different process conditions.
- [MIL-STD-810 Method 502 Low Temperature](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/mil-std-810-502-low-temperature-testing/): Micom is pleased to offer MIL-STD-810 Method 502 Low Temperature testing services to our customers. As an A2LA ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, we can perform many of the test methods necessary to qualify your product to MIL-STD-810.
- [ISO 10131](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/iso-10131/): Micom Laboratories offers comprehensive testing services based on the ISO 10131 standard, which is vital for ensuring the safety and performance of foldaway beds, commonly known as Murphy beds. This standard is divided into two key sections: “ISO 10131-1: Safety requirements”, which lists the constraints to be met for the bed to be considered safe and the acceptance criteria for the various tests, and “ISO 10131-2: Test Methods”, which describes the steps required to complete each test. By offering furniture testing services based on these guidelines, we help manufacturers provide consumers with safe, reliable and high-quality Murphy beds.
- [ASTM D7869](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d7869/): Micom offers ASTM D7869 Xenon Arc Exposure Testing with Enhanced Light and Water Exposure for Transportation Coatings.  This practice was first published in 2013 to replace and improve SAE J2527 - Performance Based Standard for Accelerated Exposure of Automotive Exterior Materials Using a Controlled Irradiance Xenon-Arc Apparatus.
- [BIFMA X5.41](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/bifma-x5-41/): BIFMA X5.41 Large Occupant Public and Lounge Seating was released on May 24, 2021, by the Business Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association. This standard is for individuals having a body mass between 400 lbs and 600 lbs which equates to the 99th percentile person in the US. BIFMA X5.4 is for occupants with a body mass up to 275 lbs. BIFMA X5.41 is split into two levels:
- [Humidity Exposure Testing](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/humidity-exposure-testing/): Humidity exposure testing services are offered at Micom Laboratories. There are two types of humidity tests: cyclic and static. Micom offers both types of services.
- [BIFMA X6.4](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/bifma-x6-4/): ANSI/BIFMA X6.4 Occasional Use Seating was released in May 2018 and replaces the original version, which was released in 2012. Micom offers BIFMA X6.4 testing as part of its Office Furniture Testing services.  This standard covers seating products used in indoor spaces such as waiting, reception, or gathering areas. It does not address office chairs (BIFMA X5.1 or BIFMA X5.11) or seating used in high-use public areas (BIFMA X5.4). BIFMA X6.4 is designed for individuals with a corporal mass of up to 275 lbs which represents the 95th percentile male. The tests were developed with an estimated product life of five years based on a continuous single-shift usage.
- [BIFMA X6.1](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/bifma-x61/): ANSI/BIFMA X6.1 Educational Seating was released in April 2018 and replaces the original version, which was released in 2012. Micom offers BIFMA X6.1 testing as part of its Office Furniture Testing services.  This standard covers seating products used in educational institutions from pre-school all the way to college and university. It does not address office chairs (BIFMA X5.1 or BIFMA X5.11) or seating used in high-use public areas (BIFMA X5.4). It covers users in 3 categories or “sizes”:
- [SAE J1455](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/sae-j1455/): SAE J1455 testing is offered by Micom Laboratories as part of its corrosion testing and material testing services. SAE J1455—Recommended environmental practices for electronic equipment design in heavy-duty vehicle applications—supplies guidelines which simplify the conception of electronic systems and components of heavy-duty vehicles. Furthermore, this standard refers to other test protocols in order to characterize the effect of environmental factors which have an impact on the overall performance of the electronic equipment of the truck. For instance, this practice refers to the ASTM B117 practice as a means to evaluate the resistance of the sample in regard to a corrosion caused by a salt spray atmosphere.
- [ISO 11997-1](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/iso-11997-1/): ISO 11997-1 testing is now offered by Micom as part of its corrosion testing services. ISO 11997-1—Paints and varnishes—Determination of resistance to cyclic corrosion conditions—details a procedure which allows to evaluate the resistance of a coating that is subjected to corrosive conditions through the use of a corrosive cyclic test. Also, the ASTM B117 and the ASTM G85 practices correspond to alternatives to the current test protocol due to the fact that they utilize other experimental conditions. Lastly, this method does not provide acceptance criteria due to the fact that they are established by the interested parties.
- [ASTM F2825](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-f2825/): Micom laboratories offers ASTM F2825 testing as part of its environmental testing services. ASTM F2825—Standard practice for climatic stressing of packaging systems for single parcel delivery—provides the test conditions that are required to simulate the expected conditions of the storage and distribution system of the sample. Moreover, this simulation evaluates the ability of the package to maintain the integrity of its content following a climatic stress. Also, this method may serve as a conditioning standard for other test protocols. Lastly, this practice corresponds to an accelerated aging test, because it tends to portray, after a few hours of exposure, the behavior of a parcel packaging that is used for an overnight or a two-day delivery.
- [ASTM F1140](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-f1140/): ASTM F1140 testing is offered by Micom as part of its package testing and of its medical package testing services. This standard describes procedures to evaluate the ability of packages to withstand inner pressurization. Indeed, this method and the ASTM F2096 practice rely on the usage of a pressurization device as a means to achieve their respective goals. Moreover, this test protocol may be associated with an accelerated aging test such as ASTM F1980 in order to characterize the evolution of this attribute.
- [ASTM D4214](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d4214/): Micom offers ASTM D4214 testing as part of its paint testing services. ASTM D4214—Standard test methods for evaluating the degree of chalking of exterior paint films—provides various test protocols which evaluate the degree of chalking of exterior paint films through the quantification of the reflectance of the residue collected by an adhesive tape or by the identification of the visual standard which represents adequately the characteristics of the residue collected on the surface of the sample. However, this present practice does not describe a conditioning procedure for the specimen
- [ASTM D4145](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d4145/): ASTM D4145 is offered by Micom as part of its coating testing services. ASTM D4145—Standard test method for coating flexibility of prepainted sheet—describes a procedure which allows to assess the flexibility and adhesion of organic coatings on metal sheets after they have been bent progressively. Following each bending, the panels are examined with a low magnification tool as a means to detect slits on the film. As for the adhesion, it is measured by applying and removing a pressure-sensitive tape over the bend. Thus, this current practice relies on the principles stated in the ASTM D3359 standard. Typically, ASTM D4145 is employed after a weathering process such as: UV testing, salt spray testing or accelerated aging testing.
- [ASTM D3389](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d3389/): ASTM D3389 testing is offered by Micom as part of its coating testing services. ASTM D3389—Standard test method for coated fabrics abrasion resistance (rotary platform abrader)—describes a procedure which can assess the abrasion resistance of a fabric coated with rubber or plastics through the rotating action of two abrasive wheels present on a rotary platform tester. Lastly, this practice is similar to the ASTM D-4060 standard.
- [ASTM F2096](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-f2096/): Micom offers ASTM F2096 testing as part of its package testing and of its medical package testing services. ASTM F2096—Detecting gross leaks in packaging by internal pressurization (bubble test)—describes a procedure to detect gross leaks from porous and non-permeable packaging materials through the use of a bubble test. Moreover, this method may be used as a means to assess the integrity of sterile package materials. As a matter of fact, the latter could be associated with an accelerated aging test such as ASTM F1980 in order to characterize this attribute.
- [ASTM D570](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d570/): Micom Laboratories offers ASTM D570 testing as part of its material testing and plastics testing services . ASTM D570—Water absorption of plastics—describes various procedures that evaluate the amount of water that is absorbed by the sample. Moreover, it also permits the assessment of the uniformity of the imbibed specimen.
- [ASTM C1442](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-c1442/): ASTM C1442 is offered by Micom as part of its UV testing services. ASTM C1442 – Standard Practice for Conducting Tests on Sealants Using Artificial Weathering Apparatus – covers three types of laboratory weathering exposure procedures for assessing the effect of actinic radiation, heat and moisture on sealants. In each type of artificial weathering devices, the exposures sources are the filtered xenon arc, fluorescent UV lamps and open flame carbon. These exposure sources are respectively based on Practices ASTM G155, ASTM G154 and ASTM G152.
- [ISTA Temperature Conditioning](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/ista-temperature-conditioning/): Micom offers temperature and relative humidity conditioning as part of its packaging testing services.
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- [ASTM D4799](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d4799/): ASTM D4799 testing is now offered by Micom as part of its UV testing and material testing services. ASTM D4799 —Accelerated weathering test conditions and procedures for bituminous materials (fluorescent UV, water spray, and condensation method)—describes the procedure and the test conditions required for the assessment of the weathering characteristic of bituminous roofing and waterproofing materials. This standard uses UVA lamps as an illuminating source, and it is thus based on the ASTM G154 and the ISO 4892-3 practices.
- [ASTM D3363](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d3363/): ASMT D3363 is a test method designed to evaluate the hardness of a coating through the use of pencil or drawing leads. The cure of the coating may also be assessed by this standard. Lastly, this test protocol may be employed after an accelerated aging test in order to characterize the evolution of the hardness of the material over time. For instance, ASTM D7869, which is based on the ASTM G155 practice, is an example of a method that could be paired with ASTM D3363. Micom offers ASTM D3363 testing as part of its paint testing services
- [ASTM D610](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d610/): ASTM D610 enables us to assess the degree of rusting of a painted steel surface through the use of the visual aid that is provided by this method. Indeed, this practice corresponds to a standardized way which allows to evaluate the amount and the distribution of visible surface corrosion on a coated surface. More specifically, ASTM D610 was created as a means to qualify homogeneously the level of corrosion observed on aged samples. Hence, ASTM D610 has to be used with methods of the likes of ASTM B117 , ASTM D714 and ASTM G85 . Micom Laboratories offers the ASTM D610 test as part of its corrosion testing services .
- [ASTM D6944](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d6944/): ASTM D6944 is now offered by Micom testing as part of its coating testing services. ASTM D6944—Resistance of cured coating to thermal cycling—describes two test protocols that evaluate the repercussions of repeated thermal stress on the adhesion ability of a coating system through the use of a thermal and humidity cycling test. In fact, this kind of test corresponds to a particular type of accelerated aging tests and they are somewhat similar to cyclic corrosion tests such as ASTM G85 . Indeed, they both use a cyclical procedure in order to induce the deterioration of the coating of the specimen, but they differ by the means employed to achieve this end. Lastly, this test protocol has to be paired with other coating tests in order to appraise the properties of the sample after the exposure, because the latter only provides the test conditions.
- [ASTM D4585](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d4585/): Micom offers ASTM D4585 testing as part of its polymer testing services. This standard describes an accelerated aging test which allows to assess the water resistance of coatings through the use of controlled condensation. More specifically, this practice states the principles and the operating conditions that required to achieve consistent results from lab to lab. Moreover, ASTM D4585 does not provide any indications regarding the preparation of the specimen, the specific test conditions, nor does it offer any guidance or requirements for the evaluation of the results. Lastly, the ASTM D1735 and the ASTM D2247 standards are alternatives of this practice.
- [ASTM D6625](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d6625/): Micom offers ASTM D6625 testing as part of its UV testing services. ASTM D6625—Conducting a test of protective properties of polish applied to a painted panel using fluorescent UV-condensation light—and water—exposure apparatus—describe the procedure required for the evaluation of the protective behavior of polish film through the utilization of UV exposure, heat and moisture. Unlike the ASTM G155 and the ISO 4892-4 practices whose illuminating sources are respectively Xenon and Carbon arcs, this test protocol relies on the use of fluorescent UV light. Hence, this method is founded on the principles of the ASTM G154 standard.
- [ASTM D3451](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d3451/): Micom offers ASTM D3451 as part of its coating testing and paint testing services. This standard provides a categorization of the many protocols available for the testing of powder coatings. More specifically, this guide covers the choice and the use of methods that are put at disposal for the assessment of the attributes of a sample. Moreover, it also comprises various exposure methods such as: ASTM G155 and ASTM B117. Lastly, no eminence of standards is established when more than one test satisfies the end objective.
- [ASTM D661](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d661/): ASTM D661 testing is offered by Micom as part of its paint testing and coating testing services. ASTM D661—Standard Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Cracking of Exterior Paints—provides a visual aid which allows to evaluate the extent of the failure present on paint films. Unfortunately, this standard does not detail a procedure that will lead to the characterization of this attribute. Hence, it is necessary to pair this practice with another method in order to be able to assess the property of the sample. For instance, this test protocol may be associated with the ASTM G154 or ISO 4892-3 practices as a means to condition the specimen for the assessment of the paint film, because they correspond to accelerated weathering tests that rely on the principles of UV testing.
- [ASTM D6344](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d6344/): ASTM D6344 testing is now offered my Micom as part of its packaging testing services. ASTM D6344—Concentrated impacts to transport packages—describes the procedure required to test the ability of a complete filled transport package to withstand concentrated low-level impacts similar to the ones that encountered in the distribution. Furthermore, this method is comparable to a test that is present in the sequence of ISTA 3B. Lastly, this test protocol relies on the acceptance criteria that are stated in ASTM D4169.
- [ASTM D2126](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d2126/): Micom Laboratories offers the ASTM D2126 test as part of its heat aging testing services. This standard evaluates the effects of several temperatures and humidity levels on rigid cellular plastics through the use of a thermal and humidity cycling test. This method resembles the ASTM D1735 and ASTM D4585 water resistance tests in that they both assess the impact of water and temperature on the samples. However, they differ in the range of experimental conditions. Indeed, there is a high degree of customization of the parameters in ASTM D2126, while there is limited flexibility in the adjustment of the conditions in the other standards.
- [ASTM D4587](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d4587/): Micom offers ASTM D4587 testing as part of its paint testing and polymer testing services. This standard describes the selection of the test conditions required for an accelerated aging through UV testing and it also covers the preparation of the specimen and the evaluation of the results. Consequently, this method allows to investigate the effects of humidity, heat and sunlight on the physical and optical attributes of the sample. Lastly, this practice relies on the use of UV fluorescent lamps and it is thus based on the ASTM G154 and ISO 4892-3 standards.
- [ASTM D4541](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d4541/): ASTM D4541 describes procedures for assessing the adhesion capacity of a coating system on a metal substrate. Indeed, it is through the use of a portable adhesion tester that is possible to gauge this property. Moreover, the pull-off strength of coatings of rigid substrates such as plastics and wood may be characterized by the present test protocol. However, for the concrete, it is necessary to employ ASTM D7234 . Lastly, this standard may be used as a complementary method to an accelerated aging test in order to assess the evolution of this property over time.
- [ASTM D4332](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/astm-d4332/): Micom laboratories offers the ASTM D4332 test as part of its packaging testing services. This standard simulates particular field conditions that are encountered at different stages of the distribution environment of the material. More specifically, this method describes a procedure which allows to properly condition the packages before they undergo the actual testing. For instance, this test can be used to condition packages before they are subjected to the ASTM D4169 method. Indeed, this is due to the fact that this standard can provide special standard conditions. However, this method differs from ISTA testing because it only supplies the atmospheric conditions while the ISTA tests specifies the procedure to assess a particular property and those conditions as well.
- [SAE J2334](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/sae-j2334/): SAE J2334 testing is offered by Micom as part of its SAE testing and corrosion testing services . This standard describes a cyclic corrosion test which assesses the corrosive performance of a coating system, process, substrate or design. Also, this protocol is based on the guidelines of ASTM D2247 , ASTM D1735 and SAE J1563.
- [SAE J2020](https://www.micomlab.com/micom-testing/sae-j2020/): SAE J2020 testing is offered by Micom as part of its Automotive testing and SAE Testing services. SAE J2020 is used to do a UV testing , which assesses the resistance of automotive exterior materials after an accelerated weathering. This test method is centered on ASTM G-154 .