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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
Corrosion tests in artificial atmospheres - salt spray tests DIN EN ISO 9227 (2017-07) Salt spray
Coulometric layer thickness measurement: Metallic coatings - layer thickness measurement - Coulometric method by anodic stripping DIN EN ISO 2177 (2004-08) Determination of layer thickness
Crack resistance clear coat VW Audi PV 1502
Cream resistance BMW PR 556 (2014-03)
Cream resistance BMW AA-0053 (2010-04)
Cream resistance VW Audi PV 3964 (2008-02)
Cream resistance thermoplastics BMW PR556
Crockmeter test ford BN 107-01
Cross-cut BMW AA-0180 (2018-11)
Cross-cut test Volvo VCS 1029.54729
Cross-cut test GM Opel GMW 14829
Cross-cut test BMW AA-0180
Cross-cut test BMW PA-P 028
Cross-cut test Fiat 50461
Cross-cut test GM Opel GME 60401
Cyclical climate aging Volvo VCS 1027.33759
Data quality of different plastic qualities with recycled content for the automotive industry VDA 284 (2023-02) DQL Automotive
Decorative and functional composite material systems in interior design Mercedes / Daimler DBL 1752
Decorative coating of plastic parts by plasma or vacuum deposition Mercedes / Daimler DBL 1303 Surface-testing
Decorative film with protective function VW Audi TL52428
Definition of test media Porsche VW 50002
Definition of test media Porsche PN 710
density Fiat 50430.000009
Deposits on coolant hoses VW Audi PV 3339
Detergent resistance Jaguar Land Rover STJLR.51.5222
Detergent resistance BMW GS 97034-5
Determination of extractable components BMW GS 93011-3
Determination of organic emissions from non-metallic materials in vehicle interiors by Headspace Gas Chromatography FLTM BZ 157-01 (2011-03)
Determination of organic emissions from vehicle interior components using a 1 m³ test chamber VDA 276-1 (2005-12) Chamber emission
Determination of properties of recyclates - Data Quality Level 2 DIN Spec 91446 (2021-12) V102
Determination of properties of recyclates - Data Quality Level 3 DIN Spec 91446 (2021-12) V103
Determination of properties of recyclates - Data Quality Level 4 DIN Spec 91446 (2021-12) V104
Determination of pyrolysis products based on VW Audi PV 3935 (2017-03)
Determination of resistance to scratching with a linear lifting device (Crockmeter) DIN EN ISO 21546 (2020-08)
Determination of surface energy with water and diiodomethane
Determination of the combustion behavior of automotive interior materials DIN 75200 (1980-09) Burning behavior
Determination of the combustion behavior of automotive interior materials (withdrawn document) BMW BMW N 601 21.0 1994-03 (1994-03) Burning behavior
Determination of the fogging behavior of automotive interior materials DIN 75201 (2011-11) Fogging behavior
Determination of the grain size distribution of molding compounds by dry sieve analysis DIN 53477 (2018-09) Grain size distribution
Determination of the odor behavior of automotive interior materials VDA 270 (2022-05) Smell test
Determination of the water contact angle
Determination of volatile organic compounds Volvo VCS 1027.2759
Dielectric and resistive properties of solid insulating materials - Part 3-1: Determination of resistive properties (DC method) - Volume resistance and specific volume resistance - Basic method DIN EN 62631-3-1 (1993-12) Contact resistance
Dielectric and resistive properties of solid insulating materials - Part 3-2: Determination of resistive properties (DC method) - Surface resistance and specific surface resistance DIN EN 62631-3-2 Surface resistance
Dimensional stability climate change test BMW PR357
Dirt resistance of the interior surfaces Tesla Motors TM-0000906
Door seal requirements BMW PR231
Door/side panel requirements VW Audi TL 496
Drop test BMW GS 97034-7 (2015-09)
Drop test BMW GS 97034-7

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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