Qualicoat

Introducing QUALICOAT – Industrial Physics

QUALICOAT is a globally recognized certification system that sets strict requirements for the coating of aluminium and aluminium alloy products. The standard ensures that architectural and industrial aluminium coatings deliver long‑term durability, corrosion resistance, color stability, and mechanical performance.

Manufacturers, applicators, and testing laboratories rely on QUALICOAT to validate coating quality and maintain compliance with international architectural specifications.

What QUALICOAT Covers

QUALICOAT defines a comprehensive set of requirements and test methods for coated aluminium. Key elements include:

• Pretreatment requirements (chemical conversion, anodic pretreatment)
• Coating material specifications (powder and liquid coatings)
• Application and curing conditions
• Film thickness and appearance
• Adhesion and flexibility tests
• Corrosion resistance, including:
• Machu test
• Neutral salt spray
• Filiform corrosion
• Mechanical performance, including:
• Buchholz hardness
• Impact resistance
• Bend tests
• Weathering and UV resistance
• Gloss and color stability

These requirements ensure that coated aluminium maintains its performance in demanding architectural environments.

Why QUALICOAT Testing Matters

Testing to QUALICOAT is essential for:

• Ensuring long‑term durability of architectural aluminium
• Preventing corrosion, blistering, and coating failure
• Supporting compliance with international building specifications
• Maintaining consistent coating quality across production
• Enhancing customer confidence in coated aluminium products

QUALICOAT certification is a key differentiator for high‑performance aluminium finishing.

QUALICOAT Testing Equipment

Machu Test Bath

The Machu Test Bath is designed for accelerated corrosion testing in accordance with QUALICOAT requirements. It evaluates the resistance of coated aluminium to corrosive environments, helping identify weaknesses in pretreatment or coating systems.

Key benefits:

• Fully compliant with QUALICOAT Machu test procedures
• Stable temperature and solution control
• Ideal for powder and liquid‑coated aluminium panels
• Supports rapid identification of corrosion susceptibility

Buchholz Hardness Indentation Test

The Buchholz Hardness Tester measures indentation resistance — a required mechanical performance test under QUALICOAT.

Key benefits:

• Accurate indentation measurement for coated aluminium
• Supports QUALICOAT, ISO, and EN hardness standards
• Simple, reliable operation for QC and laboratory use

Spare Plastic Box for Test Panels

This protective storage box keeps coated aluminium test panels clean, organized, and contamination‑free before and after QUALICOAT testing.

Key benefits:

• Protects panels from dust, scratches, and handling damage
• Ideal for corrosion, hardness, and weathering test workflows
• Durable construction for repeated laboratory use

Your Global Test and Measurement Partner for QUALICOAT

Industrial Physics supports coating applicators, aluminium finishers, and accredited laboratories worldwide with the tools and expertise needed to meet QUALICOAT requirements. Whether you’re validating corrosion resistance, mechanical performance, or coating durability, we provide the solutions to help you achieve dependable, standards‑aligned testing.