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security, insight and development potential

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
Chrome plating requirements Mercedes / Daimler DBL 8465
Chrome plating requirements Mercedes / Daimler DBL 8459
Chrome plating requirements BMW GS 97017
Chromium corrosion VW Audi PV 1073-A (2014-05)
Classification of plastic recyclates through data quality levels for use and (internet-based) trading DIN SPEC 91446 (2021) receive quote
Cleaning agent resistance of plastics, organic coatings and self-adhesive films GM Opel GMI 60266 (2008-06)
Cleaning behavior Jaguar Land Rover TPJLR.52.210
Cleaning behavior of vehicle exterior surfaces BMW PR 531 (2013-10)
Clearcoat crack resistance VW Audi PV 1502 (2016-11)
Climate change storage BMW PR 303.6 (2020-06)
Climate change storage BMW PR 303.5 (2010-01)
Climate change storage VW Audi PV 2005 (2021-06)
Climate change storage VW Audi PV 1200 (2022-11)
Climate change test VW Audi PV 2005
Climate change test VW Audi PV 1200
Climate change test Saab STD 3907
Climate change test PPE D47 1309
Climate change test Porsche PPV 4015
Climate change test Nissan NES M0153
Climate change test Nissan NES M0132
Climate change test Jaguar Land Rover TPJLR.52.353
Climate change test GM Opel GMW 14124
Climate change test GM Opel GM 9505P
Climate change test BMW TP 303.5
Climate change test BMW PR 308.2
Climate change test BMW PR 303.5
Climate change test BMW PR 303.4
Climate change testing + heat storage Tesla Motors TP-0000706
Climate requirements electronics BMW GS 95003-4
Climatic aging Volvo VCS 1027.33719
Coating materials – tear test to determine adhesion strength DIN EN ISO 4624 (2016-08) Adhesion strength
Coating materials - Assessment of coating damage - Assessment of the amount and size of damage and the intensity of uniform changes in appearance - Part 1: General introduction and assessment system DIN EN ISO 4628-1 (2016-07) Visual evaluation
Coating materials - Assessment of coating damage - Assessment of the amount and size of damage and the intensity of uniform changes in appearance - Part 2: Assessment of the degree of blistering DIN EN ISO 4628-2 (2016-07) Visual evaluation for blistering
Coating materials - Assessment of coating damage - Assessment of the amount and size of damage and the intensity of uniform changes in appearance - Part 4: Assessment of the degree of cracking DIN EN ISO 4628-4 (2016-07) Visual evaluation for crack formation
Coating materials - cross-cut test DIN EN ISO 2409 (2020-12) Cross-cut
Coating materials - Determination of layer thickness DIN EN ISO 2808-6A (2019-12) Determination of layer thickness
Coating materials - Determination of resistance to liquids Part 3: procedure with an absorbent material ISO 2812-3 (2019-08) Liquid resistance filter paper
Coating materials - Determination of resistance to liquids Part 4: Drip/stain method ISO 2812-4 (2018-03) Liquid resistance stain test
Coating materials - Determination of resistance to moisture - Part 2: Method for exposure of samples in condensation climates DIN EN ISO 6270-2 (2018-04) Constant condensation climate
Coating materials - Determination of scratch resistance - Part 1 : Constant load method DIN EN ISO 1518-1 (2019-10)
Coating materials - Determination of the reflectometer value of coatings (except metallic coatings) at 20°, 60° and 85° DIN EN ISO 2813 (2015-02) Gloss measurement
Coating materials - scratch test with a hardness test rod DIN EN ISO 22557 (2020-08) Scratch test hardness test rod
Coating materials - scratch test with a hardness test rod DIN 55656 (2014-12) Scratch test hardness test rod
Coating materials - Testing the resistance of coatings ISO 16925 (2022-06) Steam jet testing
Coating materials - Testing the stone chip resistance of coatings - Part 1: Multi-impact test DIN EN ISO 20567-1 (2017-07) Rock chip test
Coating metal parts Mercedes / Daimler DBL 7382
Coating of plastic external parts VW Audi TL 211 (2019-11) V028 receive quote
Coating of plastic external parts VW Audi TL 211 (2021-07) V033 receive quote
Coating of Plastic Parts in Vehicle Interiors Mercedes / Daimler DBL 1302 Surface-testing
Coating plastic parts Mercedes / Daimler DBL 7384

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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