The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (ATS FoC) performs oversized corrosion testing on complete assemblies in our large-scale, drive-in environmental testing chamber. By accommodating fully assembled assets and equipment, we eliminate the need to dismantle components or test parts in multiple chambers.
With internal dimensions of 3.0m x 4.4m x 3.5m (W x D x H), our oversized chamber simulates salt fog, cyclic corrosion, humidity, temperature variations, and condensation to assess corrosion performance from multiple angles, identify vulnerabilities, and validate service life.
What Data Does Oversized Corrosion Testing Provide?
Oversized corrosion testing measures how full-size assets, such as vehicle bodies, can withstand various corrosive environments. Early identification of vulnerabilities supports better design, purchasing, maintenance, reliability, and risk management decisions.
- Corrosion performance and degradation rates
- Coating effectiveness
- Failure-prone locations and corrosion mechanisms
- Structural integrity and reliability
- Service life and qualification outcomes
- Material comparisons and design improvement opportunities
- Visual documentation and maintenance planning
What Can Be Tested in an Oversized Corrosion Chamber?
Testing fully assembled assets, critical components, and large systems in an oversized corrosion chamber enables our experts to evaluate them as a whole under controlled corrosive conditions. Our oversized chamber provides real-world performance data that exceeds the insights available from small material samples alone. We commonly test:
- Pipeline sections
- Oil & gas equipment
- Vehicles, trailers, and transportation systems
- Heavy industrial machinery
- Aerospace and defense assets
- Heat exchangers and power generation equipment
- Marine and offshore structures
- Energy, utility, and infrastructure assets
- Large fabricated assemblies and custom components
Specialized Equipment, Trusted Results
When you need to be sure, ATS delivers expert solutions with advanced equipment. Our state-of-the-art environmental testing labs are ISO/IEC 17025:2017-accredited and backed by an ISO 9001:2015-registered system, supported by a team of experienced engineers, trained technicians, and TICC specialists. Our goal is to help you turn corrosion performance data into actionable engineering insight.
For nearly 60 years, ATS has combined advanced equipment and technical expertise to serve clients across multiple industries. After joining SGS in 2026, we have expanded our capabilities to support clients worldwide.
Contact Us
To see how complete assemblies perform under real-world environmental conditions, schedule oversized corrosion testing with ATS today. Fill out our web request form or call us at +1 (888)-287-5227 to get started.
