Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA
Development of measurement and testing technology
Custom testing technology for the paint and coating industry: Safeguard quality and tap into markets
We help coating companies and the paint processing industry to safeguard their coating quality and meet the required coating standards. Accurate and adaptable measurement and testing technology are essential to meeting the stringent requirements relating to corrosion protection, resistance and surface quality. Drawing on our established quality management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025:2018, we develop and optimize testing technology and methods that are tailored to the product specification for the relevant coating quality.
With our support, paint processing companies can secure their competitiveness and relevance among buying companies and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) while being able to tap into new and attractive markets.
The experts in comprehensive testing of coating and painting processes
We offer unique expertise in the field of comprehensive testing and optimization of coating and painting processes. We will support you through every step of the painting process, from analysis of the paint atomization to bath monitoring and precise measurements in the paint booth.
Deviations in the process are identified quickly and accurately using state-of-the-art measurement technology and a wealth of expertise. Our precise testing and measurement technology, as well as the proposed optimizations that draw on this, not only deliver consistent coating results but also increase the efficiency and sustainability of your production processes.
Our services in the development of measurement and testing technology:
- Development of accelerated testing for corrosion protection: We develop efficient accelerated testing methods as quick and reliable way to evaluate the corrosion protection of coatings. These test methods help to predict the long-term resistance and performance of coatings under realistic conditions.
- Adaptation of testing technology to new requirements and standards: The requirements set by quality standards and product specifications for coatings are changing all the time. We adapt your testing technology to the latest standards, delivery specifications and technological developments so that you meet the required quality criteria at all times.
- Automation and digitalization of testing technology: The use of automation and digitalization optimizes testing efficiency. Automatic measurement and inspection systems reduce the amount of manual work required and produce consistent, reproducible results. State-of-the-art sensors and data processing systems can feed data directly into digital platforms, where it can be analyzed and saved, thereby making traceability easier. We can support you during the digital transformation of your testing processes and technology.
- Testing technology that conserves resources: Environmentally friendly testing methods are crucial to minimizing consumption of chemicals and energy. We develop testing technology methods that conserve resources and use environmentally friendly and reusable test substances to ensure sustainable quality control.
- Setting up realistic testing conditions: If you want to obtain meaningful results, it is important to establish test conditions that simulate the actual usage conditions of the coatings in a realistic way. We develop test methods that take account of the long-term influence of ambient conditions, such as humidity, temperature and UV radiation.
- Training and qualification in test methods: We offer comprehensive training and qualifications for your team to optimize the implementation of new or existing test methods. Our training courses cover how to interpret the test results on the test equipment as well as how to handle the testing technology in the right way so that your business maintains a reliable quality assurance system. Training can take place in our laboratories or at your site.