Polymeric materials analysis laboratory

Pontlab has the most advanced techniques for polymer analysis and other tests.

Thanks to the experience and expertise gained in various fields, Pontlab is able to perform physical polymer analysis on thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers and more.

Pontlab performs analyses on polymeric materials used in various industries, including thermoplastics, thermosets and elastomers, guaranteeing high quality standards.

Freccia Rossa

Pontlab is accredited as testing laboratory No. 00913 by Accredia, the Italian Accreditation Body.

Materiali polimerici

Our main analyses of polymeric materials

The laboratory is able to perform various tests on polymers and components.

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01 Chemical Analysis and Thermal Analysis

Chemical, physical, and thermal characterization of polymers for raw material testing and quality control. Using advanced techniques, we analyze thermal and dynamic-mechanical curves for R&D, material qualification, and failure analysis.

Technique
FT-IR spectroscopyDSCTGATGA-IRDMARegulatory Compliance

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02 Chemical Imaging

State-of-the-art FT-IR microscope technology for simultaneously acquiring chemical and spatial information on the sample. Ideal for studying multilayer films, reverse engineering packaging, surface defects, and quantifying microplastics in water.

Applied tests
MicrospectroscopyStratigraphic AnalysisMicroplasticsAutomotive & MedicalCI

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03 Industrial computer tomography

3D X-ray nondestructive testing using a Baker Hughes GE system. This allows for inspecting the inside and outside of polymer components to map molding porosity, hidden cracks, and deformations, and to perform highly precise metrological measurements.

3D Diagnostics
X-raysInternal Defect DetectionNondestructive AnalysisMetrologyNondestructive Failure AnalysisPorosity Analysis

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04 Xenotest & QUV

Aging tests to simulate the effects of solar radiation, thermal shock, and weathering on plastics, fabrics, and paints. The use of xenon arc lamps and UV chambers ensures scientific evaluation of color stability and durability over time.

Test Standards
XenotestUV RaysQUVColor StabilityEnvironmental Resistance

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Our laboratory's highly qualified technical team works according to strict methodologies established by national and international reference standards, ensuring reliable and unbiased results. We use state-of-the-art instrumentation through our collaboration with Perkin Elmer, a world leader in the field.

Thermoplastics

Polyethylene (PE) | Polypropylene (PP) | Polyamide (PA) | Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) | Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)

Thermosets

Epoxy resins | Phenolic resins | Polyurethane resins | Unsaturated polyester resins

Elastomers

Natural rubber | Silicone rubber | Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) | Elastomeric polyurethanes (PU)

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Do you need a customised test?

All analyses of polymeric materials can be customised according to customer requirements. We offer tailor-made tests for the required materials, conditions of use and standards, guaranteeing reliable and targeted results.

Areas of application

Polymeric materials are used in numerous industrial sectors, where safety, resistance and compliance are crucial.

Analisi su giocattoli

Tests and analyses for the toy industry

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Analisi e Prove per la nautica

Tests and analyses for the Nautical sector

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Beni Culturali

Tests and analyses for the cultural heritage sector

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Analisi e prove per il settore ferroviario

Tests and analyses for the railway sector

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prove meccaniche

Tests and analyses for the mechanical engineering sector

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Analisi e prove per il settore Aeronautico e Aerospaziale

Testing and Analysis for Aerospace

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Moda e Lusso

Tests and analyses for the Fashion and Luxury sector

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Analisi e prove su materiali per arredamento

Tests and analyses for the Design and Furnishing sector

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Analisi e prove per il settore energy

Tests and analyses for the Energy, Oil & Gas sector

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Analisi e prove per il settore automotive

Tests and analyses for the automotive industry

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All tests can be performed in a completely customized manner, adapting to the customer's needs. Pontlab also offers tailored consulting services to define the most suitable tests, ensuring reliable and targeted results.

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Discover also

In addition to polymeric materials, the Pontlab laboratory performs in-depth analyses on a wide range of materials, including metallic materials, textiles and leather, powders for additive manufacturing and recycled materials.

Analisi e prove su Tessuti e Pellami

Textile and Leather Testing Laboratory

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Analisi e prove su Materiali Polimerici

Paint and coating analysis laboratory

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Polveri per Addtive

Additive manufacturing materials analysis laboratory

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Materiali riciclati

Recycled materials analysis laboratory

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Materiali Metallici

Metallic materials analysis laboratory

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