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Applied Technical Services’ environmental testing lab conducts fade testing to evaluate a material’s resistance to discoloration when exposed to sunlight. Prolonged exposure to UV radiation can cause materials to weaken, crack, melt, and fade in color, so fade testing is important in the quality control of materials and products.

Ultraviolent Radiation and Color Fading

Photodegradation occurs when sunlight breaks down the chemical bonds in dyes, altering the colors of materials. Varying degrees of exposure have varying effects, but excessive exposure to sunlight can cause colors to fade as UV radiation damages a material’s molecular structure.

Why is Fade Testing Important?

Fade testing allows manufacturers to evaluate their product’s performance and resistance to discoloration when exposed to sunlight. Failure to conduct fade testing could lead to premature product failures, costly repairs, and dissatisfied customers.
We conduct fade tests on various materials, including:

  • Aging
  • Altitude
  • Automotive
  • Coating
  • Corrosion
  • Flammability
  • Ingress Protection
  • Package Testing
  • Painting
  • Product Analysis Services
  • Salt Spray
  • Solar Testing
  • Thermal Testing
  • Vibration Analysis
  • Weathering

About Applied Technical Services

Applied Technical Services provides quality consulting engineering, testing, and inspection services domestically and abroad. We have served clients in nearly every industry imaginable, including:

  • Aerospace
  • Automotive
  • Construction
  • Consumer Products
  • Defense / Military
  • Healthcare
  • Insurance / Legal
  • Manufacturing
  • Nuclear
  • Oil and Gas
  • Power Generation
  • Pulp and Paper
  • Renewable Energy
  • Nuclear Oil and Gas

We’ve continued to uphold our values of excellent customer service, employee safety, and integrity over our 55-year history while expanding our ever-growing list of services and certifications. Please call +1 (888) 287-5227 for more information about our testing services.

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