Foam Testing

Testometric supply industry standard test systems that are dedicated to testing both rigid and flexible foam materials. They include specialised test fixtures and software that have been specifically developed to comply with the relevant international standards. These include systems for tensile, compression, shear, tear, indentation hardness etc.

TYPICAL TEST STANDARDS INCLUDE:-
  • ASTM C 203, ASTM C 273, ASTM C 367
  • ASTM D 1055, ASTM D 1565, ASTM D 1621, ASTM D 1623,
    ASTM D 1667, ASTM D 2406, ASTM D 3574
  • BS EN 1607
  • BS EN ISO 1798, BS EN ISO 2439
  • BS 3837, BS 4370, BS 4443, BS 5241
  • DIN 53427, DIN 53577
  • ISO 1926, ISO 1209, ISO 1922, ISO 844, ISO 3386, ISO 8067
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Description

Testometric provides a range of industry-standard test systems tailored for both rigid and flexible foam materials. These systems feature specialized test fixtures and advanced software, all designed to meet the specific requirements of international standards. The range includes equipment for various testing methods such as tensile, compression, shear, tear, and indentation hardness, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of foam properties.

Key Features:
  • Specialized Test Fixtures: Custom-engineered to handle different types of foam materials, providing accurate and reliable results across a range of testing methods.
  • Advanced Software: Developed to facilitate detailed analysis and compliance with industry standards, featuring capabilities for data management, result interpretation, and reporting.
Typical Test Standards Supported:
  • ASTM Standards:
    • ASTM C 203: Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
    • ASTM C 273: Standard Test Method for Shear Properties of Sandwich Core Materials.
    • ASTM C 367: Standard Test Method for Flatwise Compressive Properties of Sandwich Cores.
    • ASTM D 1055: Standard Specification for Phenolic Plastic and Foam.
    • ASTM D 1565: Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
    • ASTM D 1621: Standard Test Method for Compressive Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
    • ASTM D 1623: Standard Test Method for Tensile and Tensile Adhesion Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
    • ASTM D 1667: Standard Specification for Rigid Cellular Polystyrene Thermal Insulation.
    • ASTM D 2406: Standard Test Method for Measuring the Density of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
    • ASTM D 3574: Standard Test Methods for Flexible Cellular Materials—Slab, Bonded, and Molded Urethane Foams.
  • British Standards (BS EN):
    • BS EN 1607: Determination of Compressive Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
    • BS EN ISO 1798: Determination of the Effect of Temperature on the Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
    • BS EN ISO 2439: Determination of the Density and Thickness of Flexible Cellular Materials.
    • BS 3837: Method for Determining the Fire Properties of Flexible Cellular Materials.
    • BS 4370: Specification for Rigid Cellular Polystyrene Insulation.
    • BS 4443: Method for Measuring the Compressive Strength of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
    • BS 5241: Specification for Flexible Cellular Polyurethane (PU) Materials.
  • German Standards (DIN):
    • DIN 53427: Testing of Flexible Cellular Materials for Mechanical Properties.
    • DIN 53577: Testing of Rigid Cellular Materials for Hardness.
  • ISO Standards:
    • ISO 1926: Determination of Compressive Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
    • ISO 1209: Testing of Rigid Cellular Plastics for Density.
    • ISO 1922: Testing of Flexible Cellular Materials for Hardness.
    • ISO 844: Determination of the Compressive Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
    • ISO 3386: Testing of Flexible Cellular Materials for Compression Set.
    • ISO 8067: Testing of Rigid Cellular Plastics for Thermal Insulation Properties.

These systems are meticulously designed to provide precise, reliable, and consistent results, ensuring that foam materials meet the highest standards for performance and quality.