*Review Sample Submission Guidelines
Version 4
Issued : 5/23/18
Supersedes: 5/8/17
*Review Sample Submission Guidelines
Version 4
Issued : 5/23/18
Supersedes: 5/8/17
All testing samples must be sent to:
ATTN: Lab/Ruth Werronen
Cortec Corporation
4119 White Bear Parkway
St Paul MN, 55110
Please include the following information with all samples:
All chemical samples (liquids or powders) must include a GHS compliant SDS. Testing will not be conducted without a GHS compliant SDS.
If sample parts are to be returned after testing, indicate so on the test request from and supply a return shipping address. Large test parts will be returned at the end-user’s expense, please specify the preferred freight company and account number.
All parts and chemical samples not marked for return will be disposed of after 21 days after completion of testing, without exception.
Any questions can be sent to:
Ruth Werronen
[email protected]
(651) 429-1100 x.1145
PACKAGING SAMPLES
*Please label all packaging samples with the name of the manufacturer and product along with any additional information that you have available.
Film Testing
VIA (Vapor Inhibiting Ability): Determines if the film provides vapor phase protection.
Razor Blade Test: Determine if the film provides contact corrosion protection.
Nitrite Test: Check to see if film contains nitrite and if so, is it monolayer or coextruded.
Thickness Test: Determine how thick a film sample is.
FTIR Test: Evaluate the chemical composition of the film, often to find inhibitors added.
Mechanical Properties: Testing the film strength and breaking factors.
Packaging Test: Parts are wrapped in the film and tested in the humidity chamber.
Paper Testing
VIA (Vapor Inhibiting Ability): Tests if the paper provides vapor phase protection.
Razor Blade Test: Determine if the paper provides contact corrosion protection.
Packaging Test: Parts are wrapped in the paper, enclosed in a non-VCI polyethylene bag and tested in the humidity chamber.
Foam and Emitters
VIA (Vapor Inhibiting Ability): Tests if the emitter provides vapor phase protection.
POWDER / SOLID SAMPLES
**A GHS compliant SDS is required for Testing**
VIA (Vapor Inhibiting Ability): Tests if the powder provides vapor phase protection.
Chemical Analysis: FTIR or GC/MS testing to determine composition of sample.
Immersion Test: Metal panels are immersed in solution of water and sample for a period of time to determine the corrosion rate.
LIQUID SAMPLES
**A GHS compliant SDS is required for Testing**
Rust Preventative Testing (ASTM D-1748): Tests water based or oil based rust preventatives in a humidity chamber to determine their level of corrosion protection.
Chemical Analysis: FTIR or GC/MS testing to help determine composition of sample.
Oil Additive Testing: Compatibility and additional testing of oil additives with base oil.
Immersion Test: Samples are immersed in water or solution for period of time to determine their level of corrosion protection.
Bacteria Test: Sample material is cultured to show the presence of mold or bacteria.
CONCRETE / MCI TESTING
**Contact a Cortec representative regarding samples and available testing**
METAL SAMPLES
Metal Test Samples: Any metal part of panel used for packaging testing or rust preventative testing.
*Please contact Cortec Laboratories if metal samples are larger than 1 foot*