Columbia Chemical Expands Accredited Lab Testing Capabilities

Brunswick, Ohio – Columbia Chemical, a global leader in specialty surface finishing chemistry, is proud to now offer A2LA-accredited corrosion testing services under ISO/IEC 17025, including neutral salt spray fog testing and cyclic corrosion testing.

As automotive OEMs and other industries continue to emphasize corrosion performance under increasingly representative environmental conditions, reliable laboratory testing plays an important role in evaluating coatings, surface treatments, and finished components. While traditional salt spray testing remains a widely used method for assessing corrosion resistance, cyclic corrosion testing (CCT) is gaining increased importance in automotive specifications and coating approval processes.

Columbia Chemical’s accredited testing capabilities provide customers with access to both testing methods, helping manufacturers and plating shops evaluate product performance and support compliance with applicable industry specifications.

Accredited testing services include:

• Neutral Salt Spray / Salt Fog: Testing in accordance with ISO 9227 and ASTM B117.
• Cyclic Corrosion Testing: Testing in accordance with GMW 14872.

Accreditation through the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) demonstrates a laboratory’s technical competence and commitment to quality, consistency, and reliable testing practices. ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation requires laboratories to demonstrate qualified personnel, appropriate and maintained equipment, validated testing methods, and controlled documentation and reporting processes.

With more than 50 years of experience in surface finishing, Columbia Chemical combines extensive industry knowledge with advanced analytical capabilities and a team of highly trained, master’s-level chemists. Its laboratory provides customers with accurate, reliable testing and analysis, supported by timely communication and reporting.

For more information about Columbia Chemical’s accredited corrosion testing services or to discuss specific testing requirements, visit Columbia Chemical’s Corrosion Testing Services page.

 

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About Columbia Chemical

Columbia Chemical is a 100% employee-owned manufacturer of surface finishing chemistry serving customers throughout North America and around the world. Founded in 1975, the company provides innovative solutions for a broad range of metal finishing applications, backed by technical expertise, laboratory resources and customer-focused support. Columbia Chemical’s mission is focused on Simplifying Surface Finishing®.