Manufactured products are often required to have tolerance to salt-spray exposure, particularly those that are used in the underside of a vehicle. A typical requirement placed on such parts is 1000 hours of continuous exposure to salt spray at 35°C. In the automotive industry, it is more common now to stipulate cyclic corrosion tests which involves periods of salt spray exposure, followed by air drying at an elevated temperature followed by exposure to high humidity. Rubber Consultants, has recently acquired a 450 litre cyclic corrosion cabinet with a pre-programmable function. It has a temperature range from ambient to 55°C.

Companies wishing to use this facility may contact Dr Marina Fernando