Tests of Relevance for Hygienic Coatings

PRA has expertise in a number of tests that are of relevance to hygienic coatings. Further information on all of PRA's Technical Services can be obtained from Norman Falla. Listed below are some of the tests that can be undertaken at PRA.

• Application properties, appearance and coverage
• Viscosity (ASTM D2196)
• Sag resistance (ASTM D4400)
• Colour (ISO 7724)
• Gloss (BS EN ISO 2813)
• Hiding power (ISO 3906)
• Abrasion resistance (ISO 7784)
• Adhesion (ISO2409)
• Adhesion (pull-off) (BS EN ISO 4624
• Chemical resistance (ISO 2812-1)
• Impact resistance (BS 3900: E7)
• Scrub resistance (BS EN ISO 11998)
• Washability (BS EN ISO 11998)
• Perspiration resistance
• Humidity resistance (BS EN ISO 6270)