Applied Technical Services’ Mercedes-approved test lab conducts automotive tests on Mercedes vehicles. We are a class-a-approved lab authorized to serve Mercedes and Daimler manufacturers and suppliers worldwide.
The Importance of Automotive Testing
Automotive testing helps manufacturers evaluate various automobiles and automotive parts to ensure their safety, reliability, and quality. These services help companies ensure that their products adhere to industry standards and regulations, allowing them to remain competitive in the automotive sector. Automotive testing has several advantages, including:
- Quality Assurance
- Minimizes Flaws in the Production Process
- Ensures Regulatory Compliance
- Improves Safety
- Enhances Brand Reputation
ATS’ Mercedes Approved Test Lab
We offer an extensive list of services for Mercedes manufacturers and suppliers, including:
| Reference Specs | Tests |
|---|---|
| DBL 7392 | Coating / Painting for Parts Exposed to Corrosion Stress |
| DBL 5471 | Trim and Molded Padded Parts for Interiors |
| DBL 5416 | Parts Manufactured from Thermoplastics for Housings, Paneling, and Functional Parts for External Applications |
| DBL 8585 | Environmental Protection, Dangerous Goods, and Hazardous Substances |
| DBL 6714 | Hazardous Material Ordinance |
| DBL 7398 | Heat-Resistance Paint |
| DBL 7399 | General Conditions and Tests for Paints, Enamels, and Similar Coating Materials |
| DBL 5306 | Supply Specification for Interior Equipment Materials |
| DBL 5455 | Supply Specification for Polyolefin Foam |
| DBL 7391 | Painting and Coating for Parts with High Corrosive Stress |
| DBL 8585 | Negative Substance List for the Selection of Materials |
| DBL 5307 | Flame Retardant Properties / Interior Trim Parts |
| DBL 5869 | Supply Specification for Non-Woven Fleece |
| DBL 7384 | Supply Specification Coating of Plastic Parts in Vehicle Interiors |
| DBL 7340 | Supply Specification for Paints Containing Zinc Dust |
| DBL 7399 | Supply Specification Varnishes, Paints, and Similar Materials |
| DBL 7381 | Coating for Passenger Car Components, Body Panels, and Similar Parts with High Corrosive Stress |
| DBL 5768 | Supply Specification Compression |
| DBL 5404 | Requirements for Parts Manufactured from Thermoplastics for the Direct and Indirect Areas in the Passenger Compartment |
| DBL 5555 | Supply Specification for Finished Parts and Semi-Finished Products made of Organic Polymer Materials |
| DBL 5452 | Foam Molded Flexible Cellular Polyurethane Based Materials |
| DBL 8451 | Electrodeposited Zinc or Zinc Alloy Coatings for Components Manufactured from Ferrous Materials |
| VDA 278 | VOC Detection for Interior Parts |
ATS’ Automotive Testing Services
Our automotive testing technicians work closely with clients to develop a testing strategy that accurately assesses their vehicles’ quality. Our chemical, mechanical, and environmental testing capabilities allow us to conduct tests throughout multiple stages of the product’s life and production process. We offer various automotive tests, including:
- Accelerated Weathering
- Adhesion Testing
- Chemical Resistance
- Chip Resistance
- Color and Gloss Analysis
- Cyclic Corrosion
- Emission of Organic Compounds
- Flammability
- Fogging
- Formaldehyde
- Gravelometer
- Impact Resistance
- Ingress Protection (Water, Dust, Solids)
- Operational / Mechanical Cycle Testing
- Salt Spray
- Temperature and Humidity Cycling
- Ultraviolet Weathering
- Vibration / Shock Testing
Our automotive services benefit various manufacturers, domestically and abroad, including:
- BMW
- Chrysler
- Ford
- General Motors
- Honda
- Hyundai
- Mercedes / Daimler
- Mitsubishi
- Nissan
- Subaru
- Tesla
- Toyota
- Volkswagen
- Volvo
About ATS
Applied Technical Services provides quality testing, inspection, and consulting engineering services to businesses in various sectors worldwide. We’ve continued to expand our ever-growing list of certifications and services throughout our 55 years in business to ensure our clients receive the best service possible. Our experienced staff works diligently to deliver results to clients as quickly as possible without compromising the quality of our service and the accuracy of our results. Please consider ATS for your automotive testing needs and call +1 (888) 287-5227 for additional details regarding our Mercedes-approved test lab.
