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From hydraulic hoses to coolant, brake and oil lines, Element provides the automotive industry with a vast range of hose tests to a broad set of standards. Our experts evaluate all parts of the production process, including assemblies and the materials used for the hose construction. Our testing services give you the certainty that your hose products meet the performance and durability requirements that you and your customers depend on.
Hoses are a critical component of engines and power systems, and their integrity is vital in the performance of fluid movement in vehicle cooling, lubrication, and hydraulics systems. They send pressure or vacuum signals to control circuits and gauges, and convey vacuum to heating, cooling, brake, and locking systems. Tiny cracks formed from the inside of a hose may result in a burst hose and overheated engine, which may lead to a vehicle failure.
Supporting you through a broad spectrum of testing and advisory services
Element offers a comprehensive suite of automotive hose testing that includes all forms of hoses, assemblies, and connectors, be it braking, coolant, fuel, hydraulic, pressure, water, or pneumatic. As specialists in materials testing, our Engaged Experts are trained to evaluate just about any material, from nylon to polyurethane, polyethylene, PVC, and synthetic or natural rubbers.
In addition to assisting manufacturers with research, design, product performance, and failure analysis, Element experts also consult on law enforcement, insurance and litigation cases.
For more information, or to let us know how we can assist with your automotive hose testing, contact us today.
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Accelerated Aging
Accelerated Weathering Testing
Acceleration Testing
Aircraft Ditching Testing
Altitude Testing and Simulation
Bird Strike Testing
Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device
Component High Cycle Fatigue Testing
Dynamics Testing
Early Stage Qualification
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Testing
Electronics Test Methods
Environmental Testing
Explosive Atmosphere Testing and Certification
Flame Fire and Flammability Testing
Flame Resistance and Fire Proof Testing
Fluid Susceptibility Testing
Fuel System Testing
Hail Impact Testing
HALT Testing and HASS Testing
High Cycle Fatigue Testing
High Level Acoustic Noise Testing
Highly Accelerated Stress Testing
Hose Testing
Humidity Testing
Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Battery Testing
Ingress Protection Testing
International Certifications and Approvals
Liquids and Fuels Testing
Low Lubricity Aircraft Fuel Testing
MIL-STD-810 Testing
Pneumatics Testing
Pressure Testing
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Sand and Dust Testing
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Structures Testing
Temperature and Thermal Testing
Thermal Vacuum Testing
Towing Trailer and Hitch Product Testing
Vibration Testing
VOC and SVOC Testing
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