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Polyurethane Foam Testing
Applied Technical Services conducts polyurethane foam testing in our polymer lab. Polyurethane (PU) foam is a lightweight and durable polymer with applications in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, shipping, and construction. PU foam frequently appears in the following products:
- Insulation
- Carpet underlay
- Cushions
- Mattresses
- Bedding
- Footwear
- Packaging foam
- Automotive seats
- Vehicle headrests
Polyurethane foams have two main types: rigid polyurethane foam and flexible polyurethane foam (FPF). Rigid foams are increasingly popular thermal insulators and sound absorbers in buildings and vehicles.
Why Do You Need Polyurethane Testing?
The ATS polymer lab is A2LA-accredited in chemical, mechanical, and electrical testing. Our experienced team of chemists, technicians, and engineers provides services with valuable insight. Clients frequently consult third-party labs such as ATS for an unbiased look at the product throughout the development process for purposes including:
- Design comparison
- Performance testing
- Quality control
- Regulatory compliance
Polyurethane Foam Material Testing
The ATS material testing lab accepts shipments of foam samples for materials testing. Our experts test foam behavior in controlled environments to ensure a sample withstands extreme conditions. ATS is qualified to perform environmental tests such as:
- Flammability Testing
- Fog Testing
- Odor Testing
- Solar/Sunlight Testing
Our polymer experts conduct mechanical tests to evaluate how the foam performs when subjected to the intended forces and loads. The mechanical tests ATS regularly provides include:
- Compression Testing
- Density Testing
- Fatigue Testing
- Hardness Testing
- Shear Strength Testing
- Tear Resistance Testing
- Tensile Testing
ATS also offers automotive interior testing on polyurethane upholstery, sealants, and insulation for regulatory compliance, safety, and passenger comfort.
Foam Testing Standards
The ATS polymer lab follows the testing procedures specified in national and international standards:
- ASTM D3574 – Density, compression, and tensile testing
- ASTM D7859 – Spray polyurethane foam (SPF) testing
- ASTM F1839 – Rigid polyurethane foam in orthopedic devices
- ASTM G155 – Xenon arc testing
- ISO 2439 – Hardness testing of flexible cellular polymeric materials
- PV 3937 (Volkswagen) – Testing for amine emissions
- RTCA/DO-160G – Mechanical and environmental testing
- SAE J1756 – Fogging characteristics of interior automotive materials
- SAE J369 – Flammability testing
- UL 94 – Flammability testing
- VDA 230 – Solar testing
- VDA 270 – Odor testing
About Applied Technical Services
With over 55 years of business behind us, ATS provides consulting engineering, testing, inspection, and calibration services that align with our ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System. Our operations satisfy requirements for ISO/IEC 17025 accreditations, 10 CFR Part 21, and 10 CFR 50 – Appendix B.
Clients can ship samples to our headquarters in Marietta, Georgia, or request on-site services from ATS and our growing Family of Companies. The ATS FoC is a network of firms dedicated to supporting clients through shared resources and capabilities.
Contact Us
Call +1 (888) 287-5227 or submit the form on this page to request polyurethane foam testing today. Whether you need a single procedure or a battery of tests, ATS can take a closer look.
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