Testing for decoatability - Kunststoff-Institut expands portfolio
The Kunststoff-Institut Lüdenscheid is expanding its portfolio by testing the coating removal properties of finished plastics. Since this year, tests in accordance with DIN SPEC 91496 have been carried out to evaluate the complete removal of coatings.
The demands placed on finished surfaces are constantly increasing - whether in the automotive industry, medical technology, household appliances or packaging. This makes reliable and standard-compliant testing that not only ensures quality but also promotes sustainability all the more important. The Kunststoff-Institut Lüdenscheid offers a comprehensive portfolio of testing methods that are specially tailored to the needs of the plastics industry. A particular focus is on testing the decoatability of finished plastics. Since this year, the Kunststoff-Institut Lüdenscheid has been carrying out tests in accordance with DIN SPEC 91496 to evaluate the complete removal of coatings - a decisive step for material recycling. This makes an active contribution to the circular economy and supports customers in making their products future-proof and environmentally friendly.
Surface testing for coatings
In addition, a wide range of surface tests for coatings on a wide variety of materials such as plastic, glass, steel or wood are carried out. The tests carried out by the Lüdenscheid Plastics Institute include abrasion and scratch resistance, adhesion, soiling behavior and cleanability. All tests are carried out in accordance with applicable standards and can be individually adapted to the requirements of each company. Thanks to its many years of experience and technical equipment, the institute also develops customized testing solutions and provides support in the development of standards. State-of-the-art analytics enable the precise determination of properties such as color and gloss, topography and roughness, surface energy as well as transmission, turbidity and reflection.