Anodizing is an electrochemical process that forms a corrosion-resistant oxide layer on aluminum and aluminum alloys. Anachem Laboratories provides testing to evaluate anodized coatings for thickness, weight, salt spray, abrasion and other quality requirements in accordance with applicable industry and customer specifications.
Evaluates how effectively an anodized coating has been sealed by measuring the coating’s resistance to staining, dye absorption, or chemical attack.
Determining the deformation resistance of an organic coating system by the impact method.
Evaluates how well paint or an organic coating remains bonded to the substrate. Specifications include ASTM D3359, ISO 2808
Measures the seal quality on colored anodize by exposure to continuous light. Specifications include ASTM D2244, ASTM G155
Measures how well a coating or surface resists wear from repeated rubbing or abrasion on hard anodize coatings. Specifications include ASTM D4060, ASTM B1023
Evaluates how well a coated or treated surface resists corrosion in a controlled salt-fog environment. Specifications include ASTM B117, ISO 9227
Determination of the mass per unit area of coating on anodically or conversion coated aluminum and its alloys. Specifications include ASTM B137
Microthickness-Cross Section
Cross section and examination under optical microscope to determine coating thickness. Specification include ASTM B487, ISO 1463
Coating Thickness-NDT Probe
Non-destructive determination of the coating thickness of a nonconductive coating on a nonmagnetic basis metal (i.e. anodized or painted aluminum) or a nonmagnetic coating on a magnetic basis metal (i.e. plated or painted steel). Specifications include ASTM B244, ASTM B499, ISO 2360, ISO 2808
Chemical conversion coatings are protective surface treatments applied to aluminum and other metals to improve corrosion resistance, paint adhesion and surface performance . Anachem Laboratories provides testing to evaluate conversion coatings for salt spray, adhesion, electrical resistance and other quality requirements in accordance with applicable industry and customer specifications.
Electrical Resistance (LER)
Determining the electrical contact resistance of a coating. Usually done both before and/or after exposure to salt spray. Specifications include MIL-DTL-81706
Evaluates how well paint or an organic coating remains bonded to the substrate. Specifications include ASTM D3359, ISO 2808
Determination of the mass per unit area of coating on anodically or conversion coated aluminum and its alloys. Specifications include ASTM B137
Evaluates how well a coated or treated surface resists corrosion in a controlled salt-fog environment. Specifications include ASTM B117, ISO 9227
Plating is the application of a metallic coating to a base material to improve corrosion resistance, hardness & other surface properties. Anachem Laboratories provides testing to evaluate a wide range of plating, including electroless nickel, chrome & gold. Coatings are evaluated for properties such as thickness, adhesion, salt spray, composition, and hardness in accordance with applicable industry and customer specifications.
Evaluates the integrity of a protective coating by checking for exposed base metal or areas where the coating may be insufficient.
Measure both Knoop & Vickers hardness on coatings. Specifications include ASTM E384, ASTM B578
Evaluates the integrity of a protective coating by checking for exposed base metal or areas where the coating may be insufficient.
Evaluates how well a coated or treated surface resists corrosion in a controlled salt-fog environment. Specifications include ASTM B117, ISO 9227
Evaluates a metal surface’s ability to be properly wetted by molten solder, helping verify that the surface is suitable for reliable soldering.
Determining the adhesion of chrome plate by using the chisel on specially manufactured bars. Specification includes BAC 5709, DPS 9.71
Determining plating adhesion of metallic coatings by heating and quenching in water.
Determine plating adherence by bending a plated specimen. Specifications include ASTM B571
Microthickness-Cross Section
Cross section and examination under optical microscope to determine coating thickness. Specification include ASTM B487, ISO 1463
Coating Thickness-NTD Probe
Non-destructive determination of the coating thickness of a nonconductive coating on a nonmagnetic basis metal (i.e. anodized or painted aluminum) or a nonmagnetic coating on a magnetic basis metal (i.e. plated or painted steel). Specifications include ASTM B244, ASTM B499, ISO 2360, ISO 2808
Passivation is a chemical treatment used to improve the corrosion resistance of stainless steel by removing free iron and contaminants from the. Anachem Laboratories provides testing to verify passivation effectiveness such as salt spray and high humidity in accordance with applicable industry and customer specifications.
Coating’s resistance to prolonged exposure to humidity, helping assess corrosion resistance, coating durability, and overall environmental performance
Evaluates how well a coated or treated surface resists corrosion in a controlled salt-fog environment. Specifications include ASTM B117, ISO 9227
Etching is a chemical or mechanical process used to remove surface material, oxides, and contaminants and prepare a metal surface for subsequent processing or coating. Anachem Laboratories provides testing to evaluate hydrogen increase, IGA-EGP and other surface conditions, in accordance with applicable industry and customer specifications.
Measures surface to determine its roughness using a profilometer.
Measures the amount of hydrogen absorbed by a material during processing to determine whether hydrogen levels remain within specified limits. Specifications include ASTM E1447
Intergranular Attack & End Grain Pitting
Evaluates Intergranular attack & end-grain pitting that may result from chemical processing. Specifications include ASTM F2111.
Process solution analysis is used to monitor and control the chemistry of manufacturing and finishing baths to ensure they remain within required operating parameters. Anachem Laboratories analyzes process solutions for chemical concentration, contaminants, and other critical constituents to support process control, troubleshooting, and compliance with applicable specifications.
Checks key chemical components of an etching bath to help maintain proper process control.
Paints and sealants provide protection, durability, and environmental resistance to surfaces and assemblies. Anachem Laboratories provides testing to evaluate coating performance to verify materials meet applicable industry and customer specifications. We also provide batch acceptance testing on materials.
Measures the indentation hardness of rubber, elastomers, and other flexible materials using a durometer.
Measures the force required to peel apart two bonded flexible materials, providing an indication of adhesive bond strength.
Evaluates the surface hardness of a coating by determining its resistance to scratching or gouging with pencils of known hardness.
Measures the flow characteristics of a liquid coating by determining the time required for it to flow through a calibrated viscosity cup.
Measures the amount of light reflected from a coated surface to evaluate its level of gloss or sheen.
Evaluates or measures the color of a coating to determine conformance with specified color requirements.
Determines the time required for a coating to reach specified stages of drying or curing under controlled conditions.
Evaluates a coating’s ability to be applied by spray and produce an acceptable, uniform film.
Determines the mass per unit volume of a liquid coating or related material.
Non-Volatile Content of Thinners
Determines the amount of non-volatile residue remaining in a thinner after volatile components have evaporated.
Non-Volatile Content of Paints
Determines the percentage of a paint that remains after volatile components have been removed under specified conditions.
Evaluates liquid coatings for settling, skinning, separation, thickening, or other changes while stored in the container.
Evaluates a coating’s resistance to solvents and can help assess the degree of cure of the coating.
Measures a coating’s resistance to removal from a substrate by scraping under a controlled load.
Evaluates a coating’s resistance to scratching or penetration by applying a controlled load to the surface.
Nondestructive testing (NDT) penetrant materials are used to detect surface-breaking defects such as cracks, seams, and porosity without damaging the component. Anachem Laboratories provides testing of penetrants, emulsifiers, removers, and developers to evaluate material properties, sensitivity, performance, and contamination in accordance with applicable industry and customer specifications.
Determine the concentration of material by refractive index.
Determining the sensitivity of in-use penetrant inspection materials as compared to reference (unused) penetrant materials.
Determining the removability of in-use penetrant inspection materials as compared to reference (unused) penetrant materials.
Measure the viscosity of magnetic inspection material.
Determine fluorescent brightness of penetrant inspection material.
Measure water content by Karl Fischer method.
Industrial wastewater testing helps facilities monitor discharge quality and maintain compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements. Anachem Laboratories provides analysis for regulated constituents to support permit compliance, process monitoring, and wastewater management.
Field technician sets up 24 hrs. composite & takes grab sampling from clarifier to meet your city/county monitoring needs.
Determines the concentration of sulfide present in water, wastewater, or process solutions.
Total Suspended Solids (Non-Filterable Residue)
Determines the amount of suspended material retained by filtration in a water or wastewater sample.
Total Dissolved Solids (Filterable Residue)
Determines the amount of dissolved material remaining in a filtered water or wastewater sample after evaporation and drying.
Measures the acidity or alkalinity of a water, wastewater, or process solution.
Determines the concentration of oil, grease, and other extractable materials present in water or wastewater.
Inorganic Anions by Ion Chromatography
Identifies and quantifies inorganic anions, such as chloride, fluoride, and sulfate, using ion chromatography.
Cyanide, Total and Amenable to Chlorination
Determines total cyanide and the portion of cyanide that can be destroyed through chlorination in water or wastewater.
Determines the concentration of hexavalent chromium (Cr⁶⁺) in water or wastewater samples.
Measures the amount of oxygen equivalent required to chemically oxidize organic and oxidizable inorganic material in water or wastewater.
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD)
Measures the amount of oxygen consumed by microorganisms as they break down biodegradable organic matter in water or wastewater.
Measures the ability of a water or wastewater sample to conduct electrical current, providing an indication of dissolved ionic content.
Specimens and panels are a large part of the quality control testing requirements. Anachem stocks and maintains traceable material for the most common test specimens needed in a variety of alloys.
Provides traceable test panels for coating, finishing, and qualification testing. All panels come scribed and protected. We can retail panels as well as provide them on a monthly schedule.
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