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All test methods at a glance

Whether you are looking for testing or damage analysis of components, materials or coatings, KIMW-Prüf- und Analyse GmbH is the right address for you. In our modern, ISO 17025 accredited plastics laboratory, highly qualified employees with many years of experience and practical knowledge are at your disposal.

Testing with added value -
Data, consulting and process understanding combined

We use our equipment to determine material and component-specific properties. This enables us not only to handle your standard tasks, but also to provide you with technical support to improve your results and answer unconventional questions. The close integration with the other specialist departments at KIMW guarantees you the highest level of expertise, practical complete solutions and the best possible service.

In doing so, we focus our actions on

  • Speed, flexibility and cost awareness: We create our own digital solutions to minimize administrative activities.
  • Customer success is our goal: we use/optimize lean, robust, effective processes and are personally available to you at all times.
  • We act sustainably: We actively protect the environment and the climate and our social and ecological standards are of the highest level.

 

What makes us special for you

  • Everything from a single source – from subcontracting to in-house specimen production
  • Expert advice and support (usually free of charge!)
  • Failure analysis combined with process knowledge
  • Direct interaction with OEMs, active DIN membership in various committees
  • Development of customer-specific test plans and new tests
  • In-house R&D activities for the further development of test methods

Testin according to
industry standards

We are at your disposal as a competent and reliable partner for your testing needs. We determine the characteristic values of thermoplastics, thermosets and elastomers as well as coatings according to the specifications of a wide range of industries. From automotive to medical to optics, we support you in all areas.

Our tests:
Overview and search

Find our test methods for materials testing and analysis methods for materials and failure analysis. Filter all tests offered in our test overview by industry and test category or enter your keyword (OEM, standard, title, etc.) in the search.

We are flexibly accredited for the majority of tests and have special OEM certifications or can offer you these accredited as a subcontractor.

For many tests, we also offer our own production of test specimens and reference materials for quality assurance.

You can use our online configurator to create your own quotation for all standards with a quotation link and thus obtain discounts.

To receive a quote for other standards, please contact us directly.

Title OEM Standard/delivery instruction Topic/keyword Offer link
90° peel test PPE D51 1485
Abrasion behavior VW Audi PV 3906
Abrasion resistance GM Opel GM 9150P
Abrasion resistance GM Opel GMW 14130
Abrasion resistance Abrex BMW AA-0471
Abrasion resistance flock BMW AA-0570
Abrasion resistance from high-gloss surfaces VW Audi PV 3987 (2016-11)
Abrasion resistance high gloss surfaces VW Audi PV 3975
Abrasion resistance Taber ford BN 108-02
Abrasion resistance Taber GM Opel GM 9515P
Abrasion resistance with Abrex standard tester BMW AA-0471 (2017-03)
Abrasion testing BMW GS 97034-1
Abrasion testing BMW PA-P 315
Abrasion testing VW Audi PV 3906 (2021-11)
ABS material specification Tesla Motors TM-1002
ABS requirements VW Audi TL 527
Accelerated aging GM Opel GM 9200P
Accelerated corrosion testing Volvo VCS 1027,1449
Acid stain formation ford BI 113-02
Acoustic + thermal requirements for ZSB's ford WSS-M99P32-C
Adhesion of elastomers GM Opel GMW 14757
Adhesion strength via scalpel incision BMW AA-0340
Adhesives - Determination of the peel resistance of adhesives - Roll peel test DIN EN 1464 (2010-06) Roll peeling test
Adhesives - Determination of the tensile shear strength of high-strength overlap bonds DIN EN 1465 (1995-01) Tensile shear test
Aging behavior exterior VW Audi TL52217
Aging of vehicle components in solar simulation systems DIN 75220 (1992-11) Solar simulation
Aging resistance test BMW AA-0026
Amine discoloration of sun visor VW Audi PV 3944
Amine emission GM Opel GMW 14131
Amine emission VW Audi PV 3937
Amine emission Fiat 50455/08
Amine staining Jaguar Land Rover TPJLR.52.205
Arrow drop test Fiat 50424
Artificial exposure Tesla Motors TP-0000701
Artificial weathering in Florida mode Daimler MBN 10505 (2014-04)
Artificial weathering in Kalahari mode Daimler MBN 10506 (2014-04)
Assessment of environmental simulation Saab STD 3816
Automotive interior materials - Color fastness test and aging behavior to light at high temperatures - Xenon arc light (withdrawn standard) VDA 75202 (2001-08) Light fastness test
Avoidance of pollutants VW Audi VW 91101
Ball drop test Nissan NES M0134
Ball drop test VW Audi PV 3905
Ball drop test VW Audi PV 3971
Ball drop test Opel GMW 14093-C (2011-01)
Ball drop test VW Audi PV 3905 (2015-04)
Ball drop test VW Audi PV 3989 (2020-11)
Bans on harmful substances Hyundai Kia MS 201-02
Bending behavior Fiat 50555
Bending stiffness ZSB flooring VW Audi PV 3954
Bleeding and contact discoloration GM Opel GMW 14069
Bleeding, sweat and water staining ford AN 101-01

Material and damage analysis

Finding solutions to a problem within a plastics processing procedure requires a broad knowledge of the available analysis methods, their significance and limitations. This requires a wide range of expertise in different domains. In materials science, process technology, physics, organic and analytical chemistry, among others.

Recycling

For use in demanding and high-quality applications, it is necessary to use well-qualified material to ensure consistent component quality.

Read here how we can support you in this area.

Material databases

In addition to testing services, we also offer plastics databases for various analysis methods. Depending on the method, the databases contain analysis data for more than 1000 current common plastics, including biomaterials and materials for 3D printing. These databases can be obtained exclusively from our cooperation partners.

  • Further information on the FTIR and Raman spectroscopy database can be found at Bruker Optics
  • Further information on the DSC database can be found at Netzsch Gerätebau

Interlaboratory tests

Interlaboratory tests make the significance of test methods measurable – and show how reliable analytics really are. In the interplay of material knowledge, process understanding and analytical depth, they provide a sound basis for continuous quality and optimization. We have been offering our proficiency tests in cooperation with QD Labs since 2024.

Clarity needs communication -
Just like testing

Ihr direkter Draht zu fundierten Analysen und praxisnahen Prüfstrategien

Whether component testing, material analysis or individual test planning – we are your contact for all questions relating to testing. From the initial idea to the finished evaluation, we support you with experience, a system and a genuine passion for quality.
Talk to us – we look forward to your project.

Dipl.-Ing. Joerg Guenther

Managing Director

+49 2351 1064-130 guenther@kimw.de

Martin Doedt, B.Sc.

Member of the Executive Board

+49 2351 1064-125 doedt@kimw.de

Dr. Kristina Ehlers

Head of the “Material & Damage Analysis” division

+49 2351 1064-864 ehlers@kimw.de

Jens Huendorf, graduate engineer

Head of “Testing” division

+49 2351 1064-150 huendorf@kimw.de

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