Testing materials for resistance to UV and water according to international standards
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Unique challenges for Ukraine -
Using a desktop xenon device for rapid testing of material resistance to ultraviolet light and water Suntest XLS+ manufactured in the USA
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Ability to test textiles, plastics, polymers, rubber, explosion-proof equipment, paint and varnish coatings
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The testing is done according to international standards in an accredited lab.
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Competitive prices without intermediaries
Competent authorities
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Testing materials for resistance to ultraviolet light and water according to international standards
We conduct laboratory tests unique for Ukraine on the resistance of materials to atmospheric influences, in particular to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, precipitation, moisture, and condensation, in accordance with international standards (ISO, EN, ASTM), namely EN IEC 60079-0, UL 746C, ISO 4892-2, and others. Testing allows us to determine how a material will behave under the influence of sun and water — whether it will change color, strength, shape, or chemical properties.
The tests are carried out using modern American Suntest XLS+ equipment—a desktop xenon device for rapid testing of materials’ resistance to light and weather. It simulates the effects of sunlight, temperature, and humidity, allowing long-term changes such as fading, yellowing, or loss of strength to be predicted in a short period of time.
What exactly are we testing:
- – Physical and mechanical changes after exposure (loss of strength, cracking, deformation);
- – Change in color, gloss, transparency;
- – Water resistance and hydrophobicity;
- – UV stability (resistance to sunlight/accelerated radiation).
Materials under testing:
- – Explosion-proof equipment;
- – Textiles (clothing, workwear, PPE, tents, tarpaulins, geotextiles);
- – Plastics, films, polymers, PVC;
- – Paint and varnish coatings, paints;
- – Artificial leather, rubber, membranes;
- – Building and decorative materials (facade elements, roofing films);
- – Packaging, labels, composites.
Deadlines for processing:
- Standard tests – 5 to 15 days
- Accelerated aging – by agreement, possibly 250–1000 hours (long cycles)
Advantages of the laboratory
Testing laboratory ТОВ “АКАДЕМТЕСТ”
Accreditation, advanced equipment with extensive capabilities for testing, verification, and control of numerous safety parameters
Advanced testing and inspection methods in accordance with current standards and regulations, innovative techniques, and optimal solutions
Experienced experts, technical specialists, and engineers, highly qualified specialists in the team
Affordable testing prices, no middlemen
Rapid testing and quick receipt of reports
Experience and reputation that guarantee objective, unbiased, and realistic test results
The standards we use to conduct testing
- The UL 746C standard provides a comprehensive assessment of the resistance of polymer materials to prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light, water, and other variable conditions, which is critical for the safety and durability of electronic equipment, especially when used outdoors.
- EN IEC 60079-0: Explosive atmospheres. A basic standard that establishes general requirements for electrical equipment intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, i.e., where explosive gases, vapors, or dust may be present.
- DSTU EN ISO 4892-2:202X
(EN ISO 4892-2:2013, IDT; ISO 4892-2:2013, IDT) “Plastics. Methods of testing the effect of laboratory light sources. Part 2. Xenon arc lamps,” adopted by translation, is identical to EN ISO 4892-2:2013 (en version) “Plastics — Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources — Part 2: Xenon-arc lamps (ISO 4892-2:2013, IDT)”.
Based on the results of certification tests and trials, a test report is drawn up, which is one of the grounds for the conformity assessment body to decide whether to issue a certificate of conformity.
Video and cost of testing
The price of work in each specific case is calculated separately depending on the type and complexity of tests, the number of samples, and other factors.
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All Technical Regulations according to which we conduct tests
Aerosol sprayers
Technical regulations for aerosol dispensers (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 154 dated February 21, 2023)Explosive environments and industrial equipment for explosion protection
Technical regulations for equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1055 dated December 28, 2016)Measuring equipment and weighing
Technical regulations for non-automatic weighing instruments (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1062 dated December 16, 2015) Technical regulations for measuring instruments (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 163 dated February 24, 2016) Technical regulations for legally regulated measuring instruments (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 94 dated January 13, 2016)Electrical and electronic equipment
Technical regulations for low-voltage electrical equipment (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1067 dated December 16, 2015) Technical regulations on electromagnetic compatibility of equipment (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1077 dated December 16, 2015) Technical Regulation on Restrictions on the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1057 dated December 3, 2008)Railway transport
Technical regulations for railway transport infrastructure safety (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 494 dated July 11, 2013) Technical regulations for the safety of rolling stock in railway transport (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1194 dated December 30, 2015)Personal protective equipment
Technical regulations for personal protective equipment (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 771 dated August 21, 2019)Civil protection measures
Technical Regulations for Civil Protection Equipment (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 535 dated May 26, 2023)Machinery and equipment
Technical regulations for machine safety (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 62 dated January 30, 2013) Technical regulations for noise emissions into the environment from equipment used outside premises (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1186 dated December 4, 2019)Medical devices and diagnostics
Technical regulations for medical devices (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 753 dated October 2, 2013) Technical regulations for in vitro diagnostic medical devices (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 754 dated October 2, 2013)Equipment operating under pressure
Technical regulations for pressure equipment (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 27 dated January 16, 2019) Technical regulations for simple high-pressure vessels (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1025 dated December 28, 2016)Fuel and energy
Technical regulations regarding requirements for automotive gasoline, diesel, marine and boiler fuels (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 927 dated August 1, 2013) Technical regulations regarding requirements for liquefied gas for motor transport, municipal and domestic consumption, and industrial purposes (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 667 dated July 29, 2020)Lifting equipment
Technical regulations for elevators and safety components for elevators (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 438 dated June 21, 2017)Household chemicals (detergents)
Technical regulations for cleaning products (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 717 dated August 20, 2008)Radio and electronic equipment
Technical Regulations for Radio Equipment (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 355 dated May 24, 2017)Agriculture and timber industry (tractors)
Technical regulations for the type approval of agricultural and forestry tractors, their trailers and interchangeable towed machinery (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1367 dated December 28, 2011) Technical regulations regarding components and characteristics of wheeled agricultural and forestry tractors (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1368 dated December 28, 2011)Heating equipment
Technical regulations for water heating boilers operating on liquid or gaseous fuel (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 748 dated August 27, 2008) Technical regulations for gas-fueled appliances (Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 814 dated July 4, 2018)Based on the test results, we provide a TEST PROTOCOL
It contains the following information:
- Name and details of the testing laboratory (including accreditation);
- Protocol number and date of compilation;
- Information about the customer who ordered the tests;
- Product name;
- Product type, model, serial number;
- Manufacturer and/or supplier;
- Date of sample receipt by the laboratory;
- Name of the technical regulation or standard according to which the test is conducted;
- List of methods and standards used;
- Test conditions (temperature, humidity, voltage, etc.);
- Measuring instruments (with calibration specifications);
- Detailed data for each test item;
- Measured actual values and their comparison with acceptable standards;
- Comments or observations (if any);
- Overall test result (complies/does not comply with requirements);
- Comments or recommendations (if any);
- Signature(s) of the responsible person(s) and stamp (if applicable).
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