The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (FoC) conducts Taber abrasion testing in compliance with common testing standards. Manufacturers are incentivized to create products that are visually appealing and practical, but many applications can test a product’s limits and challenge its longevity. Fortunately, our abrasion testing services assess polymers so manufacturers can understand their suitability for specific applications and their long-term functionality.
What is Taber Abrasion Testing?
A Taber abrasion test determines a plastic material’s resistance to abrasion. Abrasion resistance refers to a polymer’s ability to endure mechanical actions such as erosion, rubbing, and scraping. During the testing process, an expert places a sample on a turntable that features two abrasive wheels. The wheels make contact with the sample, eroding the sample. Once complete, the expert examines the sample and conducts a series of tests to acquire important data regarding the sample’s mass and the number of cycles it endured.
Our Taber Abrasion Services
Our services are an effective way for manufacturers to analyze their polymer product’s potential and improve their design, quality control, and research and development strategies. Our specialists have decades of collective experience conducting mechanical tests and as an independent lab, we offer objective opinions that uphold product quality and safety. Our Taber abrasion tests measure the following:
- Cycles to a specific point
- Depth of wear
- Residual breaking force
- Taber wear index
- Wear cycles per mil thickness
How Do Taber Abrasion Tests Help Manufacturers?
Taber abrasion tests are highly effective in evaluating the durability of materials. By learning more about a material’s properties, manufacturers can decide whether they think the material is a good choice for certain tasks. Failure to adequately perform Taber abrasion testing on products could result in the following:
- Difficulties complying with regulatory requirements
- Consumer distrust in a brand or specific products
- Time and resources spent addressing warranty claims
About the ATS FoC
The ATS Family of Companies is a network of businesses specializing in commercial and industrial testing services. We employ engineers and experts with a wide range of specialties, enabling us to carry out a variety of tests that aid in a multitude of applications. Please complete an online inquiry form or call +1 (888) 287-5227 to learn more about how the ATS FoC can help your company today.
