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Translating Performance Testing to Field Performance

in Conduit Adhesives

How does laboratory testing predict field performance?

Performance is directly related to product installation. Field installation adds complexity such as large temperature ranges, tight application space, short down-time window, and a fast cure time expectation. Performance testing must directly reflect the application parameters. Testing is built from the standardized test to reflect the field materials, use configurations, application constraints, and environmental conditions. Tests may be modified, and new test methods developed to create standard performance criteria. These criteria can be used to improve and formulate better products.

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