Inorganic Surface Coatings – Electrolytic Zinc Coatings with Subsequent Treatments on Iron or Steel. This standard specifies electrolytic zinc coatings with subsequent treatments, such as passivation and sealing, applied to iron or steel. The coatings are used to protect against corrosion and improve the appearance of metal parts. The standard defines requirements for thickness, quality, […]
Standards
Here you will find the standards we follow for surface treatment and material analysis. These standards ensure that our processes and measurement methods meet internationally recognised requirements for quality, accuracy and repeatability.
Wire and Wire Products of Steel – Coating with Non-Ferrous Metals – Part 2: Coating with Zinc or Zinc Alloys. This standard specifies requirements for coating steel wire and wire products with zinc or zinc alloys. It covers various coating methods, including hot-dip galvanizing and electroplating. The standard provides guidelines for coating mass, adhesion, and […]
Inorganic Surface Coatings – Electrolytic Tin Coatings – Specifications and Test Methods. This standard specifies the requirements for electrolytic coatings of nominally pure tin on manufactured metal articles. The coatings may be matte or bright as a result of the electrolytic deposition process or may be reflowed after deposition. However, the standard does not apply […]
Inorganic Surface Coatings – Electrolytic Coatings of Silver and Silver Alloys for Electrical, Electronic, and Technical Applications – Specifications and Testing Methods. This standard specifies requirements and testing methods for electrolytic coatings of silver and silver alloys intended for electrical, electronic, and technical applications. It includes specifications for coating thickness, purity, hardness, and other relevant […]
Inorganic Surface Coatings – Electrolytic Tin-Nickel Coatings – Specifications and Test Methods. This standard addresses electrolytic tin-nickel coatings and establishes specifications and testing methods to ensure these coatings meet technical requirements. Tin-nickel coatings are primarily used to enhance corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity. Associated processes Nickel-tin alloys Contact us
Inorganic Surface Coatings – Electrolytic Nickel Coatings for Technical Applications. This standard specifies requirements and testing methods for electrolytic nickel coatings used for technical purposes. Nickel coatings are primarily applied to improve wear resistance, corrosion protection, and aesthetic appearance of components. The standard details required coating properties such as thickness and hardness and outlines methods […]
Steel Pipes and Fittings – Internal and/or External Protective Coatings for Steel Pipes – Specification for Hot-Dip Galvanizing. This standard addresses hot-dip galvanizing as a method of protecting steel pipes and fittings, both internally and externally, against corrosion. It specifies the requirements for the galvanizing process and the quality control measures for the coatings. Hot-dip […]
Inorganic Surface Treatment – Electroless Nickel Plating with Nickel/Phosphorus Alloys – Specification and Testing Methods. This standard covers electroless nickel plating with nickel-phosphorus alloys. It specifies the requirements for applying these coatings and the testing methods used to ensure quality. The coatings are primarily used to enhance corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and to create a […]
Corrosion Protection of Metals – Zinc Flake Coatings on Iron and Steel Components. This standard pertains to zinc flake coatings on iron and steel components for corrosion protection. Zinc flake coatings provide a corrosion-resistant system that does not require electrolysis, reducing the risk of hydrogen embrittlement. The standard specifies requirements for coating thickness, composition, and […]
Inorganic Surface Coatings – Testing Method for Electrolytic Coatings of Gold and Gold Alloys – Determination of Residual Salts. This standard describes methods for determining the presence of residual salts in electrolytic coatings of gold and gold alloys. Residual salts can affect the performance and longevity of gold coatings, particularly in critical applications. Associated processes […]
Metallic and Other Inorganic Coatings – Determination of Porosity in Gold Coatings on Metals – Test with Nitric Acid Vapor. This standard outlines a method for determining the porosity of gold coatings on metals using nitric acid vapor. Gold coatings are commonly used to protect metals against corrosion, but porosity can affect their effectiveness. The […]
norganic Surface Coatings – Porosity Testing – Testing in a Humid Atmosphere Containing Sulfur. The porosity test in ISO 12687 aims to evaluate the porosity of metallic surface coatings by exposing them to a humid atmosphere containing sulfur. Porosity is a crucial indicator of a coating’s ability to resist corrosion, as porous areas can allow […]
Inorganic Surface Coatings – Metallic Coatings on Non-Metallic Substrates – Measurement of Coating Thickness – Micro-Resistance Method. This standard describes a micro-resistance method for measuring the thickness of metallic coatings on non-metallic substrates. It includes principles of the method, equipment requirements, and measurement procedures. The standard provides guidelines for calibration, sample preparation, and calculating coating […]
Inorganic Surface Coatings – Method for Measuring Adhesion via Tensile Testing. This standard describes a method for measuring the adhesion of inorganic surface coatings through tensile testing. It specifies sample preparation, testing equipment, and procedures for performing tensile tests on coated specimens. The method is used to evaluate the strength of the bond between the […]
Inorganic Surface Coatings – Coating Thickness Measurement – Profilometric Method. This standard outlines a profilometric method for measuring the thickness of inorganic surface coatings. It includes principles of profilometry, equipment requirements, and procedures for conducting measurements. The standard provides guidance on sample preparation, instrument calibration, and analysis of measurement results. Associated processes Measurment of coating […]
Metallic and Other Inorganic Coatings – Porosity Testing – Ferroxyl Testing. This standard describes the ferroxyl testing method for detecting pores in metallic and other inorganic coatings. It specifies test procedures, reagents, and evaluation methods. The method is primarily used to assess porosity in nickel, chromium, and copper coatings on steel substrates. The standard provides […]
Metallic and Other Inorganic Coatings – Phosphating. This standard describes the phosphating process for metallic surfaces. Phosphating is used to improve corrosion resistance and the adhesion of subsequent coatings. The standard specifies different types of phosphating processes, their applications, and quality requirements. It also provides guidelines for process parameters, control methods, and testing procedures to […]
Inorganic Surface Coatings – Determination of Coating Thickness Using Microscopy. The standard describes methods for measuring the thickness of metallic coatings, oxide layers, and porous coatings using optical microscopy. It covers sample preparation, measurement procedures, and calculations to determine coating thickness. The standard provides guidelines for selecting microscopes, calibration, and factors affecting measurement accuracy. It […]
Corrosion of Metals and Alloys – Testing with Sulfur Dioxide in a Humid Atmosphere (Fixed Gas Method). This standard specifies testing methods for evaluating the corrosion resistance of metals and alloys by exposing them to sulfur dioxide in a humid atmosphere. Known as the “fixed gas method,” it is relevant for assessing the performance of […]
Non-Magnetic Coatings on Magnetic Substrates – Determination of Coating Thickness – Magnetic Method. This standard specifies a magnetic method for measuring the thickness of non-magnetic coatings on magnetic substrates. It describes the principles of magnetic thickness measurement, equipment requirements, and measurement procedures. The standard provides guidelines for calibration, sample preparation, and factors affecting measurement accuracy. […]
Inorganic Coatings – Zinc Coatings – Recommendations for Corrosion Protection of Iron and Steel in Structures – Part 2: Hot-Dip Galvanizing. This part of the standard focuses on hot-dip galvanizing as a method to protect iron and steel from corrosion. It includes guidelines on how hot-dip galvanizing can be effectively used in various environments and […]
Inorganic Coatings – Electrolytic Zinc and Zinc Alloys Coatings on Iron and Steel with Chromium (VI)-Free Post-Treatments. This standard describes electrolytic zinc and zinc alloy coatings on iron and steel, complemented with treatments that are free from chromium (VI). This makes them more environmentally friendly. The guidelines include requirements for corrosion protection and surface finish, […]
Inorganic Coatings – Electrolytic Nickel, Nickel-Chromium, Copper-Nickel, and Copper-Nickel-Chromium Coatings. This standard specifies requirements for decorative coatings of nickel, nickel-chromium, copper-nickel, and copper-nickel-chromium applied to iron, steel, zinc alloys, copper, copper alloys, aluminum, and aluminum alloys. The aim is to provide an attractive appearance and enhanced corrosion resistance. The standard defines various coating designations differing […]
Inorganic Coatings – Electrolytic Gold and Gold Alloys Coatings for Electrical, Electronic, and Technical Purposes – Specifications and Test Methods. This international standard specifies requirements and test methods for electrolytically applied gold and gold alloys coatings intended for electrical, electronic, and technical applications. The standard covers: Specifications for coating thickness, purity, and other relevant properties […]