Applied Technical Services’ VW-approved test lab offers automotive testing for Volkswagen vehicles.
Why are Automotive Testing Labs Important?
Automotive tests evaluate the quality of automotive materials and ensure that manufacturers remain compliant with the manufacturer’s standards and specifications. Test results provide insight into the vehicle’s ability to withstand everyday use and specific environmental conditions. Technicians conduct thorough evaluations of the car to ensure that the interior, exterior, and mechanical components perform as desired. Automotive testing has multiple benefits, including:
- Improved Brand Reputation
- Increased Product Safety
- Quality Assurance
- Regulatory Compliance
Applied Technical Services’ Volkswagen Standard Testing
We offer an extensive list of testing services for Volkswagen vehicles, including:
| Reference Specs | Tests | |
|---|---|---|
| PV 2034 | Adhesion of Decorated | |
| Aging at Elevated Temperature | ||
| Aging Resistance | ||
| PV 3905 | Ball Drop Test | |
| DIN EN ISO 2039-1 | Ball Indention Hardness | |
| DIN EN ISO 527-1 | Breaking Stress | |
| DIN EN ISO 179-1/1eU; DIN EN ISO 179-1 | Charpy Impact Resistance | |
| PV 3937 | Cleaning Behavior | |
| Color Analysis | ||
| VW 50190 | Colorimetric Evaluation | |
| DIN 53497 | Elevated Temperature Behavior | |
| DIN 53491 | Elevated Temperature Behavior | |
| PV 3341 | Emission of Organic Compounds | |
| PV 1200 | Environmental Cycle | |
| DIN EN ISO 178 | Flexural Strength | |
| PV 3930 | Florida Test | |
| PV 3925 | Formaldehyde Emissions | |
| VW 50190 | Heat Aging | |
| PV 1303 | High Temperature Light Exposure | |
| DIN EN ISO 6270-2 | Humidity | |
| PV3929 | Kalahari Test | |
| PV 3937 | Low Temperature Behavior | |
| ASTM E1252-98 (2013) | Material FTIR | |
| ISO 11357 / DSC Method (Substituted for ISO 3146) | Melting Temperature | |
| DIN EN ISO 1133-A, Code T | Melt Mass-Flow Rate | |
| DIN EN ISO 178 | Modulus of Elasticity | |
| Section 3.2 | Moisture Content | |
| PV 3900 | Odor | |
| TL211 | Paint Coating | |
| Resistance to Agents | ||
| TL226 | Thermal Conditioning | |
| DIN EN ISO 306 / A50 or B50 | Vicat Softening Temperature / Dimension Stability |
Our Automotive Testing Services
Our experienced technicians conduct routine tests to evaluate automotive materials to ensure that they comply with industry and manufacturer specifications and standards. Our team can perform tests in various stages of a product’s life, including pre-production and service life. We offer automotive testing services for multiple manufacturers, including:
- BMW
- Chrysler
- Ford
- General Motors
- Honda
- Hyundai
- Mercedes
- Mitsubishi
- Nissan
- Subaru
- Tesla
- Toyota
- Volkswagen
- Volvo
Our services include:
- Accelerated Weathering
- Adhesion Testing
- Flammability
- High Pressure Water Jet Testing
- Odor Testing
- Salt Spray Testing
- Shock Testing
- Thermal Cycling
- Vibration Testing
- Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Testing
About Applied Technical Services
Applied Technical Services provides professional consulting engineering, inspection, and testing services to businesses in various industries worldwide. We’ve expanded our ever-growing list of certifications and services throughout our 55 years of business, and our staff is knowledgeable with experience in multiple sectors. Please contact an ATS representative today for additional details about our VW-approved test lab and other automotive testing services.
