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The nautical sector combines luxury, design and technological innovation, with increasingly sophisticated and high-performance boats. Motor and sailing yachts have to cope with a highly aggressive environment, exposed to salt, humidity and mechanical stress. The selection of materials and their behaviour over time are determining factors in ensuring safety and reliability.
For this reason, manufacturers rely on laboratories to test structural strength, coating performance and compatibility with international regulatory standards. At Pontlab, we offer support with advanced analysis, accelerated ageing tests and specific tests on metallic materials, composites, polymers and paints to guarantee excellent products with a long service life.
We perform targeted tests for the nautical sector, including corrosion tests, mechanical resistance tests, accelerated ageing tests and analyses of material compatibility with the marine environment, ensuring compliance with the most stringent regulations.
Boats are constantly exposed to salt, humidity and temperature changes. We test materials and coatings to assess their resistance to corrosion, oxidation and chemical degradation.
Hulls, structural components and accessories must withstand intense stress. We carry out tensile, fatigue and impact resistance tests to ensure solidity and reliability in all conditions.
In the nautical sector, aesthetics and functionality are equally important. We analyse paints, gelcoats and coating materials to verify their adhesion, UV resistance and durability.
All tests can be structured in a completely customised manner, based on the customer's requirements. We offer tailor-made tests for materials, conditions of use and required regulations, ensuring reliable and targeted results.
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We support the nautical sector with specific tests for motor yachts, sailing boats, motor boats and nautical components, assessing the resistance, durability and quality of materials to ensure safety standards and excellence.
Motor megayachts represent the ultimate in luxury and technological innovation in the nautical sector. These vessels must guarantee not only high performance, but also safety, comfort and long-term durability. Pontlab carries out in-depth tests on hulls, propulsion systems, electrical systems and coating materials, assessing corrosion resistance, mechanical stress and wear due to the marine environment. Specific tests are carried out to certify the quality of the materials used, verify the durability of the finishes and ensure that surfaces exposed to the elements and salt maintain their properties over time, reducing the need for maintenance. Reference standards: ISO 11347, ISO 12215.
Sailing boats are designed to withstand extreme conditions, with high stresses on the hull, masts and sails. Structural strength and aerodynamics are essential factors in ensuring safety and optimal performance. Pontlab tests composite materials, textile fibres for sails and mechanical components, assessing their resistance to traction, impact, fatigue and atmospheric agents. Protective coatings are analysed to verify their resistance to UV rays, while the materials used for sails and masts are subjected to flexibility and durability tests to ensure maximum performance in all weather and sea conditions. Particular attention is paid to fastening systems and seals to ensure effective sealing over time. Reference standards: ISO 12215, ISO 8666.
From pleasure boats to high-performance inflatable boats, the motorboat industry requires resistant, lightweight and durable materials. Pontlab tests engines, hulls and electrical components to verify their resistance and reliability over time. The analysis of plastic and polymer materials used in load-bearing structures ensures watertightness and resistance to marine agents. The fire-retardant properties and compatibility of materials with the safety standards required by the industry are also tested. Tests on electrical and lighting systems prevent malfunctions and reduce the risk of short circuits or failures in humid environments. Watertightness and vibration resistance testing ensures maximum safety and optimal performance at sea. Reference standards: ISO 6185, ISO 25197.
In the nautical sector, every single component must guarantee high performance and resistance to harsh environmental conditions. Pontlab tests accessories and structural parts such as propellers, rudders, portholes, windshields, gaskets, anchors, and interior and exterior coatings. Adhesion tests on gaskets and seals guarantee water tightness and protection from atmospheric agents. Mechanical strength and corrosion tests on metals ensure durability over time, preventing premature degradation. Particular attention is paid to the quality of the materials used in interior coatings, with analyses of paints, fabrics and woods to ensure wear resistance and compatibility with the marine environment. Electrical safety tests are also carried out to verify the conformity of systems and prevent failures or malfunctions. Reference standards: ISO 10592, ISO 8846.
The main reference standards in the nautical sector include
ISO 11347
ISO 12215
ISO 8666
ISO 6185
ISO 25197
ISO 10592
ISO 8846
In the nautical sector, we perform advanced tests and in-depth analyses on various types of materials and components. Using cutting-edge methodologies, we evaluate the performance, reliability and compliance of the materials used, ensuring high standards of safety and quality.
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.
