Testing & Characterization Facilities

Testing & Characterization Facilities

ARCORR's state-of-the-art testing facilities provide complete material characterization and performance validation services for corrosion protection systems. Our laboratory is equipped with advanced instrumentation to conduct both destructive and non-destructive testing following international standards.


We bridge the gap between laboratory testing and field performance, offering reliable data-driven insights that help optimize coating selection, predict service life, and prevent premature failures in demanding industrial environments.


Surface Characterization: SEM, AFM, Contact Angle
Accelerated Testing: Salt Spray, UV, Cyclic Corrosion
Mechanical Testing: Adhesion, Hardness, Flexibility
Standards Compliance: ISO, ASTM, AMPP, SSPC
Industry Focus: Wind Energy, Oil & Gas, Infrastructure
Performance Prediction: Service Life Modeling
Advanced Testing Laboratory
Our advanced testing laboratory equipped with latest characterization instruments

Testing & Characterization Facilities

We provide laboratory and field evaluation for all smart coating systems

Test Category Standard / Method
Surface Energy / Contact Angle ASTM D7334, ISO 19403
Accelerated Weathering / UV ASTM G154, ISO 16474
Salt Spray / Corrosion ASTM B117, ISO 9227
Abrasion / Hardness ASTM D4060, ASTM D3363
Adhesion ASTM D3359, ISO 4624
Surface Morphology SEM, AFM, EDS, Profilometer
Nanoparticle Dispersion DLS, TEM, XRD
Water / Dust Repellency Optical imaging, angle measurements

End-to-End Support

  • Formulation & R&D Consultancy (polymer matrix, nanoparticles, additives)
  • Surface Pretreatment Optimization (blast, plasma, chemical conversion)
  • Pilot Coating Development & Application Trials
  • Performance Testing & Certification (ISO, ASTM, AMPP)
  • Technology Transfer / Scale-Up Support
  • Failure Analysis & Life Extension Studies

Industries Served

Wind Energy

blades, nacelle, towers, sensors

Automotive & Transportation
Solar & Renewable Energy
Oil, Gas & Offshore Structures
Aerospace & Defence
Infrastructure & Building Materials

Destructive & Non-Destructive Testing

Ensuring Coating Integrity, Performance & Compliance with Global Standards

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Methods

Test, verify, and document coating performance — without damaging your asset.

Test Purpose Standard Reference
Visual Inspection Detects surface defects, runs, blisters, and pinholes ISO 4628 / SSPC-PA 1 / AMPP SP0178
Dry Film Thickness (DFT) Confirms correct coating thickness ISO 19840 / SSPC-PA 2 / ASTM D7091
Surface Profile Measures anchor pattern after blasting ISO 8503-4 / ASTM D4417
Surface Cleanliness Verifies surface prep before coating ISO 8501-1 / ISO 8502 series
Adhesion (Cross-cut / Tape) Checks coating bond strength — non-destructive version ISO 2409 / ASTM D3359
Holiday (Porosity) Detection Finds pinholes or discontinuities ASTM D5162 / NACE SP0188
Gloss & Color Measurement Confirms aesthetic quality and uniformity ISO 2813 / ASTM D523 / D2244
Curing Verification Tests hardness / solvent retention ASTM D5402 / D3363
Infrared / Ultrasonic Scan Detects delamination or trapped moisture ASTM E2582 / ISO 23129
Used during surface preparation, coating application, and final QA/QC of wind-turbine components.

Destructive Testing Methods

Used in laboratories or controlled conditions to qualify coating systems and verify long-term durability.

Test Purpose Standard Reference
Pull-Off Adhesion Test Measures coating bond strength to substrate ISO 4624 / ASTM D4541
Cross-Section Microscopy Determines coating layer build & uniformity ISO 2808 / ASTM D4138
Bend & Flexibility Test Evaluates ability to withstand deformation ASTM D522 / ISO 1519
Impact Resistance Test Assesses resistance to mechanical shock ASTM D2794 / ISO 6272-1
Abrasion Resistance (Taber) Measures wear resistance ASTM D4060
Salt Spray (Fog) Test Accelerated corrosion resistance ASTM B117 / ISO 9227
Cyclic Corrosion / UV Exposure Simulates combined weathering conditions ISO 20340 / ASTM G85
Chemical / Immersion Test Determines solvent and fluid resistance ISO 2812-1 / ASTM D1308
Cathodic Disbondment Checks coating under CP environment ASTM G8 / NACE TM0115

Key Standards & Guidelines References

Organization Relevant Documents Scope / Description
AMPP / NACE International SP0188, SP0178, TM0115, TM0314 Coating inspection, holiday detection, adhesion & cathodic disbondment
ISO (International Organization for Standardization) ISO 8501-1, ISO 8502, ISO 8503, ISO 12944, ISO 19840, ISO 4624, ISO 9227 Surface prep, corrosion categories, DFT, adhesion, salt spray
ASTM International D7091, D4541, D3359, D522, D2794, D4060, B117 Coating property testing, adhesion, flexibility, corrosion
SSPC (Society for Protective Coatings) PA 2, VIS 1, SP 1–SP 10 Surface prep visual standards, thickness control
IEC / ISO 20340 Offshore coatings for wind towers and marine structures Accelerated corrosion testing and coating qualification

Typical Test Application in Wind Industry

Component Key Tests
Tower (External) DFT, holiday, gloss, adhesion, salt spray qualification
Tower (Internal) Surface cleanliness, adhesion, humidity resistance
Nacelle / Hub / Yaw / Pitch DFT, adhesion, flexibility, impact, cyclic corrosion
Blades (Composite) Gloss, color, UV exposure, adhesion
Fasteners / Bolts Salt spray, coating continuity, thickness
Gearbox / Generator Housing Heat resistance, adhesion, immersion
Fabricated Platforms / Rails Abrasion, impact, galvanizing test

Summary

Non-Destructive Tests (NDT)

Ensure coating integrity without damage — essential for in-process and final inspection.

Destructive Tests

Used for qualification, durability testing, or post-failure analysis.

Compliance

Following AMPP/NACE, ISO, ASTM, and SSPC standards ensures reliable, traceable, and certifiable protection performance.