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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
Thermal desorption analysis of organic emissions to characterize non-metallic automotive materials VDA 278 (2016-05) Thermal desorption analysis
Thermal stability (geometry, appearance) Renault D45 1139
Thermal stability (geometry, appearance) PPE D45 1139 PSA
Thermal stability (geometry, appearance) Nissan NES M0131
Thermoplastic elastomers Mercedes / Daimler DBL 5562
Thermoplastic elastomers for outdoor use VW Audi TL52622
Thermoplastic engine air duct Mercedes / Daimler DBL 5408
Thermoplastic polymers for exterior applications Mercedes / Daimler DBL 1232 Thermoplastic polymers
Thermoplastic vehicle interior Toyota TSM 5754G
Thermoplastic vehicle interior Mercedes / Daimler DBL 5404
Thermoplastics Mercedes / Daimler DBL 5410
Thermoplastics engine compartment Mercedes / Daimler DBL 5403
Thermoplastics for outdoor use Mercedes / Daimler DBL 5416
Thickness and compressibility Renault D45 1195
Thickness and compressibility PPE D45 1195 PPE
Thread - material standard Tesla Motors TM-6004
Thumbnail hardness GM Opel GM 9507P
TOF SIMS Impurities, additives
Total carbon Volvo STD 429-0003 (2005-01)
Total carbon VW Audi PV 3341 (1995-03)
Transparency textile Jaguar Land Rover TPJLR.52.451
Underbody application requirements VW Audi TL52660
UV resistance Saab STD 3159
UV resistance Suntest VW Audi PV 1323
UV resistance textiles ford BO 150-02
Variable shoe sole test BMW GS 97034-11 (2021-04)
Varnish indifference BMW GS 93011-7
Varnishes Mercedes / Daimler DBL 7399
Varnishes and paints - Color measurement - Part 1: Basics (withdrawn document) ISO 7724-1 (1984-10)
Varnishes and paints - Color measurement - Part 3: Calculation of color distances (withdrawn document) ISO 7724-3 (1984-10)
Vehicle electronics requirements VW Audi VW 80101
Vehicle interior emission requirements VW Audi VW 50180
Vehicle interior emissions (GC/MS) GM Opel GMW 8081
VEHICLE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT MATERIALS EVALUATION OF THE QUANTITY OF VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS (VOC) BY THERMAL DESORPTION/GC/MS (FID) Stellantis D10 5495 Emissions
Vertical flame retardancy VW Audi TL1011
Vibration test BMW PR309
Vicat softening temperature Fiat 50565
Visual comparison of decorative surfaces VW Audi PV 3965
Visual inspection of attachments GM Opel GMW 6992
Volatile amines in PU PPE D10 5496
Volatility of additives PPE D45 1601 PSA
Volatility of additives PPE D45 1225 PPE
Volatility of additives Renault D45 1225
VW: Testing the paintability of recycled plastics (2022-07) V037
Washing brush resistance Volvo VCS 1024,369
Water and soap stains ford BI 113-01
Water content / moisture content using Brabender Aquatrac
Water resistance varnish ford BI 104-01
Water stain sensitivity GM Opel GMW 14102
Water staining PPE D47 1005

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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