Altitude Testing Services

Validate your products' performance under extreme altitude conditions from -2,000 to 120,000 feet. As your single-source environmental testing provider, we combine altitude, pressure, and temperature simulations to streamline validation and reduce costs. Our comprehensive testing delivers precise data for aerospace, transportation, and high-altitude equipment, accelerating time-to-market while ensuring mission-critical reliability.

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What is Altitude Testing at Element?

Altitude testing evaluates how products and components perform under varying atmospheric pressure conditions, providing insight about the integrity and durability of products that frequently operate in elevated conditions. At Element, we simulate altitudes from -2,000 to 120,000 feet, combined with temperature variations from -70° to 140°C, to provide comprehensive performance data for aerospace, defense, transportation, and high-altitude installation equipment.

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What Can Element Offer You for Altitude Testing Services?

Key tests offered

Access powerful altitude testing from -2,000 to 120,000 feet, combined with temperature variation capabilities from -70° to 140°C. Our testing programs cover high altitude simulation, rapid decompression scenarios, combined environmental testing, and custom test sequences designed for your specific requirements. We deliver detailed performance data that validates your product's integrity and durability under the most demanding atmospheric conditions.

For projects with more complex or custom requirements, our product qualification laboratories can carry out altitude testing and combined environmental simulation under a variety of conditions. As a single-source environmental testing provider, we can combine altitude, pressure and temperature into a single test program, cutting down on cost and time-to-market.

Components & materials we test

From flight-critical aerospace components to high-altitude installation equipment, we test a wide range of product types across multiple industries. Our facilities accommodate everything from individual components to complete integrated systems, providing comprehensive testing for manufacturers and designers who need to validate performance under extreme altitude conditions. Our expertise spans aviation, defense, transportation, and specialized equipment used in high-altitude environments.

Methods and solutions offered

Streamline your testing process with our integrated approach that combines multiple environmental factors in single test programs. Our efficient testing methodology reduces your time-to-market while maintaining the highest quality standards. We customize each testing program to match your specific requirements, offering flexible solutions that adapt to your development timeline and compliance needs. Our expert knowledge and high capacity enable us to deliver accurate, reliable results for a wide variety of project types.

Which labs offer this service

Our network of testing facilities spans multiple locations across the UK and North America, each fully equipped to handle the most demanding altitude testing requirements. Our strategic facility locations ensure convenient access to testing services for major manufacturing hubs, while our consistent processes and procedures ensure reliable results regardless of testing location. Each lab maintains the highest standards of accuracy and security compliance. Find your nearest Lab on our Locations page

Industry-leading expertise

Partner with engineers who understand the unique challenges of altitude testing and stringent regulatory requirements across global authorities. Our testing teams specialize in complex altitude simulation, delivering customized programs that address your specific validation needs. We maintain compliance with all relevant standards while providing the detailed performance data you need for product certification and development.  

Standards we test to and products we test

These are our most prevalent requests. Don't see what you're looking for? Contact us!
  • ASTM D6653
  • ASTM D4169
  • IEC 60068-2
  • ISTA 2, 3, 4
  • MIL-STD-810
  • MIL-STD-202
  • MIL-STD-883
  • MIL-STD-1344
  • NASA MSFC-SPEC-548
  • RTCA DO-160
  • SAE J1455
  • SAE J1211
  • GR-63-CORE
  • UL 50/50E
  • UN ST/SG/AC.10/11

Your Challenges, Our Solutions

Limited testing facility access

Our global network of testing facilities offers flexible scheduling options and quick turnaround times, eliminating the bottlenecks that delay your certification process and product launches.

Complex regulatory compliance

Our experts navigate the intricate web of certification requirements, delivering comprehensive test documentation that meets industry standards while simplifying your approval process.

Integrated systems validation

Our advanced facilities can test complete integrated systems under precisely controlled conditions, eliminating the uncertainty of component-level testing and providing holistic performance validation.

Budget and timeline pressures

Our combined environmental simulation programs integrate multiple test parameters into unified sequences, reducing facility fees and setup costs while accelerating your certification timeline without compromising quality.

Why Choose Element

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Complete testing range

Industry-leading altitude testing capabilities from -2,000 to 120,000 feet with temperature control from -70° to 140°C.

Comprehensive solutions

Single-source testing provider for all your environmental simulation needs, eliminating coordination between multiple vendors.

Time-efficient testing

Combined environmental testing programs that reduce your time-to-market and streamline your validation process.

Expert support

Experienced engineers delivering accurate, reliable results for complex testing requirements across multiple industries.

-2,000 to 120,000
feet

Altitude simulation capability for comprehensive testing

-70° to 140° C
Extreme temperature simulation capabilities

during altitude testing

3,000+
Aerospace and product testing experts

across our global network

190+
years making certain

with proven testing expertise and heritage
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