Performance
Migration Testing and Ageing Tests on Symphony EMc White film
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Tests to Prove Biodegradation and Therefore the Ultimate Disappearance of the Plastic
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Tests to prove degradation of both PE and PP films made with new formulation additive being introduced from March 2006. This range of additives can be identified by having a numerical product code (e.g. 502538 or 93224) rather than an alpha code (e.g. 2EM or 2MM)
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We are regularly asked if product life expectancy can be calculated from accelerated weathering test results. Set out below is an explanation provided by Q Panel Lab Products the test equipment manufacturers.
Q-Panel Lab Products - Questions & Answers
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Tests to measure the drop in molecular weight as a result of degradation - in accordance wiith Tier 2 of ASTM 6954-04 - using gel permeation chromatography.
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