Assessing Coating Performance and Corrosion Resistance
Salt spray testing is a widely recognized accelerated corrosion method used to evaluate protective coatings and metallic substrates. At BQCIS, we operate calibrated salt fog chambers performing continuous and cyclic corrosion exposures under international standards such as ASTM B117, ISO 9227, IEC 60068-2-11, and OEM-specific test methods.
Our laboratory simulates long-term environmental exposure including salt fog, humidity, and drying cycles to reveal coating performance, paint adhesion, blistering, rust formation, and corrosion propagation. Results guide manufacturers in quality assurance, product validation, and material selection.
Whether for automotive, aerospace, construction, or marine components, BQCIS provides repeatable and traceable test data that meet the most demanding durability requirements.
Key Activities in Salt Spray & Corrosion Testing
Key Benefits of Corrosion Testing
Durability Validation
Ensures coatings and metallic parts meet corrosion resistance and longevity specifications.
Quality Control Support
Provides quantitative assurance for production consistency and supplier conformity.
Material Comparison
Benchmark coatings, surface treatments, and substrates under identical corrosion environments.
Compliance Assurance
Test programs performed in accordance with ISO, ASTM, and OEM durability standards.
Success Story
Corrosion Resistance Validation for Automotive Components
An automotive OEM required verification of zinc-nickel coated fasteners to ensure 720-hour corrosion protection under NSS and CCT conditions.
BQCIS performed cyclic corrosion exposure (VDA 233-102) combined with adhesion and scribe creep testing, providing digital photo records and ISO 9227-compliant data logs.
All fasteners exceeded 1000-hour resistance with no red rust formation. OEM granted final supplier approval and process qualification.