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Berkem has two in-house specialized and technologically-advanced analytical laboratories dedicated to research and development of new processes, production quality control and customer technical assistance.
Efficient quality control processes according to strict analytical standards, combined with continuous investment in Research & Development and improvement of the supply chain are crucial in order to allow us ensuring the marketing of repeatable products and expanding and improving our quality products offer.
Berkem offers an accurate analysis service for any galvanic process and any verification need on its deposits:
Instrumental tests/presence of metals
These tests can be performed both on solution and on the surface, allowing obtaining precise qualitative and quantitative information regarding the metals present.
Color coordinates
Thickness analysis
Alloy test, quantitative analysis of metals
Qualitative analysis of metals in solution
Nickel transfer
Tests on galvanic baths
Tests carried out directly on galvanic solutions that allow monitoring and optimizing their efficiency.
Cathodic efficiency
Deposition test
Chemical composition analysis
Corrosion tests
Monitoring of the surfaces and deposited layers resistance in extreme conditions and simulating periods of prolonged use.
Salt spray
Damp heat
Sulfur dioxide
NO2 corrosion
Synthetic sweat
Chlorinated water
Chemical analyses and laboratory tests
Our laboratories allow performing the following chemical analysis and laboratory tests:
1
Chemical analysis of metals in solution by means of plasma optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES)
Determines the metals present in galvanic solutions, even in traces. It is regularly used for quality control and technical assistance analysis of customer galvanic processes
2
Spectroscopic analysis by X-ray fluorescence (XRF)
Metallographic analysis of the alloys composition and of the thicknesses by means of X-ray fluorescence (XRF)
3
Infrared spectroscopic analysis (FTIR)
Non-destructive analysis for the identification of organic substances present in solution
4
Analisi chimica di sostanze mediante spettrofotometria UV-VIS
Permette la determinazione di sostanze chimiche che assorbono radiazioni tra i 200 – 900 nm. Questa tecnica analitica viene generalmente impiegata per l’analisi quantitativa dei pigmenti nelle vernici cataforetiche e in altre sostanze con caratteristiche “colorate” allo stato liquido
5
Photometric analysis of color
It allows identifying the color of a galvanic deposit by means of numerical coordinates in the CieLab color space. In this way the color can be measured, analyzed and repeatable according to the customer needs
6
Resistance analysis of galvanic deposits
Defines the hardness and abrasion resistance of galvanic deposits and cathodic dip-paint coating
7
Volumetric, conductometric, potentiometric and pH chemical analyzes
The inorganic compounds and pH values of galvanic solutions are quantitatively determined by using special instruments and certified procedures
8
Electrochemical analysis of galvanic deposits
It establishes the bath performance by analyzing the quantities of metal alloy deposited in the time unit and determining the concentrations of the brightening additives present in the galvanic solutions
Corrosion tests
They determine the surfaces and deposited layers resistance in extreme conditions and simulating periods of prolonged use. All tests are performed in compliance with the reference ISO standards